Media releases

M4 and M8 link to open ahead of schedule The new M4 and M8 motorway link – one of the final major components of Australia’s largest road infrastructure project, WestConnex – will open to motorists tomorrow, two months ahead of schedule.

Details of Main South Road duplication stage two released The South Australian government has released details of stage two of the Main South Road duplication project, which will deliver on its election commitment to duplicate Main South Road from Aldinga through to Sellicks Beach.

Funding boost for Avoca Drive upgrades The Australian Government has announced $70 million in additional funding towards upgrading Avoca Drive on the New South Wales Central Coast.

Pedal to the metal on funding for Pacific Highway upgrades The Australian Government is fast-tracking its commitment to upgrade one of the nation’s busiest highways, accelerating $80 million in funding to the Pacific Highway – Wyong Town Centre project.

Shovels hit the ground on early work for Singleton bypass Singleton’s biggest infrastructure project has taken a leap forward today with early work starting on the Singleton bypass.

More funding to strengthen remote, rural and regional communities Thirty-four projects will share in over $288,000 in federal funding through the second round of the Strengthening Rural Communities – Rebuilding Regional Communities (RRC) program.

Historic road set for critical safety upgrades One of New South Wales' most historic roads is set for an overhaul, with the Australian Government committing $100 million for safety works on Bells Line of Road.

Have your say on new Captain Cook Highway plan The public is being asked to provide feedback on the newly released preliminary master plan for upgrades on the Captain Cook Highway between the Cairns CBD and Smithfield.

Saltwater Creek complete one year early The $103 million jointly funded Saltwater Creek upgrade near Aldershot is now complete, one whole year ahead of schedule.

Bonza set for takeoff The Australian Government welcomes the entry of a new airline into the Australian market, with Bonza today being granted its Air Operator’s Certificate (AOC) from the Civil Aviation Safety Authority (CASA) following a rigorous assessment process.

$65 million boost for Nowra Bypass The Australian Government is announcing an additional $65 million for the Nowra Bypass planning project, bringing the total joint commitment with the New South Wales Government to $105 million.

Boosting Newell Highway flood mitigation south of Forbes The Australian Government will contribute $50 million to improve flood mitigation on important sections of the Newell Highway between West Wyalong and Forbes.

No stopping major work on Coffs Harbour Bypass The detailed design for the Coffs Harbour bypass has been finalised, clearing the way for major construction to start in March. 

More freight on Murray Basin trains Trains can now carry more freight through a key section of Victoria’s freight network thanks to track upgrades completed as part of the Murray Basin Rail Project.

M1 Pacific Motorway Extension to Raymond Terrace shifts up a gear with contractors locked in The start of major construction is edging closer for the new M1 Pacific Motorway extension to Raymond Terrace, with the Australian and NSW governments announcing John Holland/ Gamuda Joint Venture and Seymour Whyte Constructions as the successful