Media releases

New Parkes roundabout to be biggest in the Central West The biggest roundabout in central west New South Wales will be built on Condobolin road as a key feature of the Parkes Bypass.

Australian Government the driving force behind safer local roads Applications are now open for the Australian Government’s new Safer Local Roads and Infrastructure Program (SLRIP). 

Calling industry to help shape high-speed rail The High Speed Rail Authority (HSRA) has taken another step forward in planning for a high-speed rail network, with Registrations of Interest (ROIs) now open for industry engagement. 

Local government achievements celebrated The achievements of councils from across Australia have been given national recognition at the 38th National Awards for Local Government.

Boosting Australia's housing supply The Albanese Government is getting on with the job of building homes for Australia, with successful recipients announced under Stream 1 of the $1.5 billion Housing Support Program. 

Albanese Government backs women in aviation The Albanese Government continues to support a diverse and inclusive aviation industry, with four suppliers selected to deliver projects under the Women in the Aviation Industry initiative. 

Bringing local government leaders back to the table The Albanese Government’s moves to bring local government back into the national conversation are expected to result in record attendance from councils at the Australian Council of Local Government (ACLG) National

New funding to deliver more homes for Australia The Albanese Labor Government’s Homes for Australia plan is delivering an additional $1 billion across the country to get homes built sooner.

First tender released for upgrades to UTAS Stadium A tender to deliver matchday facility upgrades at Launceston’s University of Tasmania (UTAS) Stadium has been released, marking a key milestone in the project.

Come and celebrate at Gympie Bypass community open day The public is invited to register their interest ahead of a Community Open Day to celebrate the Bruce Highway Upgrade – Cooroy to Curra, Section D (Gympie Bypass) project. The Community Open Day is planned for Saturday, 17 August 2024.

Airport Rail Link mediator recommends way forward The Albanese Government has received the mediator’s report for the Melbourne Airport Rail Link.

Width changes for safer freight vehicles The Albanese Government and National Heavy Vehicle Regulator (NHVR) are backing a safer, cleaner heavy vehicle industry by implementing the Safer Freight Vehicles reforms.

Mark Binskin reappointed Chair of CASA Board I am pleased to announce the reappointment of Air Chief Marshall (Ret’d) Mark Binskin AC as Chair of the Civil Aviation Safety Authority (CASA) Board for three years.

International flights sweep into Broome International flights return to Broome today with Jetstar Asia launching twice a week passenger services to and from Singapore. 

The Mechanics Trentham officially opens The Mechanics Trentham was officially opened today by Mayor Cr Brian Hood, Mary-Anne Thomas MP and The Hon. Catherine King MP.