Media releases

Have your say on a future made in Australia: unlocking Australia's low carbon liquid fuel opportunity The Albanese Government is seeking views on ways to help kickstart Australia’s low carbon liquid fuels (LCLF) industry, from farm and feedstock to bowser. 

Wheels turning on manufacture of new electric buses in WA In a major milestone for the transition to zero-emission public transport in Western Australia, the first electric bus to be manufactured as part of a joint $250 million Australian and Western Australian Government initiative has now been complete

More car parking along the Nepean River The 90-space car park at Regatta Park will open this week, making it even easier for people to enjoy the recreational precinct. 

World-leading experts on board for high-speed rail The High Speed Rail Authority (HSRA) is on track to deliver the first key milestone for Australia’s first high speed rail line, with tenders awarded for the Sydney to Newcastle Business Case. 

Cam River Bridge Project complete The Cam River Bridge project has been completed following a final inspection and the switching-on of traffic signals at the intersection of the Bass and Murchison Highways, on Tasmania’s north-west coast.

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.

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. 

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.

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.

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.

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.

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. 

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.