Media releases

Early works for Currumbin Waters intersection upgrade Early works are set to begin in preparation to upgrade the Currumbin Creek Road and Bienvenue Drive intersection, on the Gold Coast.

Salisbury to Beaudesert rail planning summary report released The Australian and Queensland governments will be progressing further planning work to protect the future rail corridor between Salisbury and Beaudesert.

Bairnsdale roadworks blitz springs into action Two of Bairnsdale’s busiest intersections are set for major safety upgrades, with works starting this spring to improve traffic flow and get drivers to their desti

EOI open for North West tourism attraction Efforts to breathe new life into a north-west Tasmanian tourism attraction will go international from this weekend.

Connecting Sunshine to Melbourne Airport and Beyond The Albanese and Allan Labor Governments have kicked off works to rebuild Sunshine Station – creating capacity for a rail connection to Melbourne airport, and more frequent and reliable services in Melbourne’s growing west.

Macquarie Point precinct plan The Macquarie Point precinct has reached a significant milestone, with the Australian Government accepting the Tasmanian Government’s precinct plan.

Reducing airport noise for Brisbane residents The Albanese Government has taken further steps to offer aircraft noise relief for the Brisbane community, particularly for residents of suburbs closest to the end of the parallel runways at Brisbane Airport. 

Hobart Runway upgrades pave the way for new tourism and export markets The $130 million upgrade of the Hobart International Airport achieved a significant milestone this week, with work beginning on upgrading the runway to allow more tourists in, and freight out of the island state.&n

New Logan indoor sports centre one step closer Project and funding information correct at time of publication. Please note some details may have changed.

Major projects reach major milestones as South Australia builds Significant milestones have been reached on two of the state’s most important transport infrastructure projects, as the Australian and South Australian governments deliver on election commitments south of Adelaide.

Next stage of Regatta Park open There is even more to enjoy along the Nepean River with the latest stage of Regatta Park now open (near Penrith in Sydney's far west).

Coopers Plains rail crossing removal one step closer to construction A traffic bottleneck caused by a level crossing at Coopers Plains is set to go, with construction on a new overpass to get underway in 2025.

New Epping Bridge to ease long-term pinch point with extra lanes Northern Sydney commuters will soon save 40 minutes per week commute time, with designs unveiled today for the new seven-lane Epping Bridge. 

Standing up for seafarers The Albanese Government is continuing its work to ensure Australian workers earn more and keep more of what they earn, with $2.7 million committed to better protect seafarers from wage theft.

Melbourne Airport third runway I have approved the major development plan for the construction of a third runway at Melbourne Airport.