Media releases

Major milestone for Barton as traffic moves to new alignment The Barton Highway Upgrade will hit its biggest milestone to date this month as the first vehicles travel on the final alignment for the first time.

A fit for purpose Australian Institute of Sport The Albanese Government has announced an independent review into the Australian Institute of Sport (AIS) Infrastructure to help guide investment in sporting facilities to ensure the AIS continues to best support high-per

Additional assisted-departure flights for Australians The Australian Government has secured additional assisted-departure flights for Australians affected by the situation in Israel and the Occupied Palestinian Territories.

New Rail Commissioner appointed to the ATSB I am pleased to announce the appointment of Julie Bullas to the Australian Transport Safety Bureau (ATSB) as Rail Commissioner.

New appointee to the CASA board I am pleased to announce the appointment of Dr Tarryn Kille to the board of the Civil Aviation Safety Authority (CASA).

Funding to replace Phillips Creek Bridge confirmed A key bridge in the heart of Bowen Basin used heavily by major mining and freight industries will be replaced as part of an $18 million upgrade.

Jervis Bay Road intersection upgrade hits big milestone Major construction work on the next stage of the NSW South Coast’s Princes Highway upgrade is set to begin following the awarding of the major construction contract.

Major milestone achieved for upgrades along the Monaro Highway The Australian and ACT governments are pleased to announce a significant milestone has been achieved in the Monaro Highway Upgrade Project at the Lanyon Drive-interchange.

Bridge widening begins at Slacks Creek The transformation of a major City of Logan thoroughfare is continuing above and below the ground.

Bullsrock ushers new era with Stock Road Upgrade The new Stock Road has officially opened, marking the completion of a landmark project for the City of Swan and a new beginning for Bullsbrook.

Aviation Green Paper open for feedback The Albanese Government has taken the next step towards reforming Australia’s aviation sector, releasing the Aviation Green Paper and calling for feedback from the community and the sector.

New Fitzroy River Bridge launching into place The first segment of the new Fitzroy River Bridge deck has been launched, marking the latest milestone in rebuilding this vital link following flood damage associated with ex-Tropical Cyclone Ellie.

Moorabbin Airport Master Plan approved I have taken the decision to approve Moorabbin Airport’s next Master Plan following careful consideration and within the provisions available to me under the relevant legislation.

Statement on Qantas CEO, Alan Joyce AC The decision by Alan Joyce to stand down as Chief Executive Office of Qantas marks the end of one era and the start of a new one with both major Australian airlines led by women.

Applications now open for the ABC’s Trailblazers Program NSW youth worker, Carlee Heise is calling on young people aged 18 – 28, who have started social, educational, and economic development projects in their regional communities to apply for the ABC’s 2024 Trailblazers program.