Media releases

Investing in a better future for the Central Coast The Albanese Government is making critical investments in Central Coast transport and infrastructure, improving road safety and building thriving communities. 

Tunnel boring near complete for Sydney Metro rail to Western Sydney Airport - creating 14,000 local jobs Sydney Metro to Western Sydney Airport is one step closer, with tunnel boring machines (TBMs) Catherine, Eileen and Peggy having completed their historic journeys today.

New appointments to the CASA Board I am delighted to announce two changes to the Board of the Civil Aviation Safety Authority (CASA).

Truly local bridge opens to traffic at Little Hartley A new road bridge at the centre of the Great Western Highway upgrade at Little Hartley is now open to traffic.

Welcome upgrades highlight scenic beauty of Blue Mountains The new Lapstone Zig Zag Track and Top Points Lookout in the lower Blue Mountains has now officially opened, making significant heritage features more accessible.

First look at Chandler Sport Precinct’s $257 million makeover Images released today give a first glimpse of what Brisbane’s Chandler Sports Precinct will look like after its $257 million makeover is complete, as part of the Games legacy for Queensland’s most diverse multi-sports hub.

ANAO backs Growing Regions Program The Government welcomes the Australian National Audit Office’s report into the design of our Growing Regions Program which found the program design was largely effective. 

Key milestones achieved on Lumsden Point project in Port Hedland The Australian and Western Australian governments are investing in the Lumsden Point project to support trade and growth in the Pilbara region and beyond.

Upgrade plans in progress for Central Coast Highway and Tumbi Road intersection Motorists will benefit from safer and smoother journeys along the Central Coast Highway, with plans progressing well to upgrade the intersection at Tumbi Road.

Green light for traffic on Ranford Road Bridge Traffic congestion along Ranford Road has improved significantly with the new Ranford Bridge officially completed and all lanes opened to traffic today.

Funding released for Linkfield Road Overpass upgrade early works The Linkfield Road Overpass upgrade is moving ahead at Bald Hills with the Queensland Government releasing $10 million for early works.

Safer journeys on the way for Victoria's southwest The Albanese and Allan Labor governments are forging ahead with a winter construction blitz in Victoria’s southwest to ease congestion and deliver safer journeys.

Midland Highway back up to speed with more work complete Driving between Hobart and Launceston has become significantly safer and easier this year, with the completion of another 40 kilometres of upgrades to the Midland Highway, restoring these sections to a 110 km/h spe

Have your say on the National Urban Policy The Albanese Government is seeking feedback on the National Urban Policy, and how we can better work together to improve Australia’s cities and suburbs.

Works underway on Melbourne's Greenline Project The Albanese Government is delivering on its $20 million election commitment towards the Greenline Project, with construction now underway.