Media releases

Doors opening: first tram departs Burleigh From 6am on Sunday morning, the first passengers will board a tram service from Burleigh Heads, marking a major transport milestone for the Gold Coast. 

Griffith Uni expands Gold Coast health technology footprint Manufacturing cell therapies for spinal injuries, malaria vaccine development and testing medical devices will be the cornerstone of Griffith University’s new Health and Advanced Technology Research and Innovation

Draft aviation disability standards released Clear disability standards for Australia’s aviation industry are closer to reality, with a consultation paper outlining draft standards released today.

Works to start on Brisbane Valley Highway safety project Key intersection improvements are now underway to deliver safer and more efficient roads for Queenslanders as part of the Brisbane Valley Highway Upgrade Program.

Work begins on the Mannering Park shared pathway The first sod has been turned on a new multi-million dollar shared pathway today, that will connect Mannering Park, Kingfisher Shores and Chain Valley Bay and enhance local cycling and walking in the region.

Stronger product safety standards for e-bikes The Albanese Government is continuing to crack down on the sale of unsafe e‑bikes to protect consumers and the community.

Sod turn for Central Queensland University Cairns CBD Campus The new Central Queensland (CQ) University Cairns CBD campus is another step closer to reality, with representatives from the Australian Government and the university gathering today for a ceremonial sod turn at the Hartle

Procurement begins on Mona Vale Road West as improved design released The Mona Vale Road West upgrade (in Sydney's north) is taking a major step forward, with an updated design now being prepared following community and stakeholder feedback.

Central Arnhem Road set to be upgraded A 14-kilometre section of the Central Arnhem Road is set to be upgraded and sealed, improving access for remote communities and strengthening critical road infrastructure.

$50 million in funding open for active transport The next funding round of the Active Transport Fund is now open, for new or upgraded bicycle and walking pathways across Australia.

Tender awarded to design and construct Northern Suburbs Youth Hub in Darwin The Northern Suburbs Youth Hub is a step closer, with a contract awarded to design and construct the new facility at Leanyer Recreation Park in Darwin’s northeast.

New National Convention and Entertainment Centre takes major step forward The Australian and ACT Governments’ commitment to deliver a new National Convention and Entertainment Centre has taken a major step forward, with a significant tender released to market.

Bridge works drive Rockhampton Ring Road project forward A major construction milestone has been reached on the Rockhampton Ring Road, with the first locally manufactured girders now arriving on site for the Capricorn Highway connector bridge.

Girder arrivals start shaping Youngs Crossing Bridge The much-anticipated upgrade of Youngs Crossing has reached a construction milestone, with the first of 83 pre-cast concrete girders now in place to support the new flood resilient bridge.

Infrastructure Australia CEO reappointed The Albanese Government has reappointed Mr Adam Copp as the Infrastructure Australia (IA) Chief Executive Officer (CEO) for a further 3-year term.