Media releases

Planning for Wagga Wagga's bypass The Albanese Government is planning for Wagga Wagga’s future, investing $30 million to plan for a potential rail bypass of the city. 

$28 million for life-saving road upgrades in NSW Local roads across New South Wales will receive important safety upgrades thanks to more than $28 million in new Albanese Government funding.

Western Sydney gets its first truck rest stop Truck drivers travelling across Sydney will soon be able to stop at the city’s first dedicated heavy vehicle rest area, with the Australian and NSW governments identifying a six-hectare piece of land located close to a key junct

$25 million to ease congestion on Toongabbie Bridge The Albanese Labor Government is building Australia’s future, investing $25 million to upgrade Wentworth Avenue and reduce congestion on Toongabbie Bridge. 

New den opens for Dingley Dingoes Gamedays of the 2025 season for the Dingley Cricket, Football and Netball Clubs will be even better for supporters, with the unveiling of the new open terrace viewing platform at the Dingley Sports Pavilion. 

Improving south-east Melbourne's roads The Albanese Government is investing in Victoria’s roads, with a $41.75 million contribution to the upgrade of Thompsons Road Intersection in Clyde North. 

$29 million set aside for Queensland roads and rail crossings Roads and rail crossings across Queensland will receive important safety upgrades thanks to almost $29 million in new Albanese Government funding. 

Active transport boost for Victoria Victorians will have more opportunities to walk, cycle and actively move through their communities thanks to support from the Albanese Government. 

Sydney Airport gearing up for new slot manager Airport Coordination Limited Asia Pacific Pty Ltd (ACL APAC), which was successful in the competitive process for the Sydney Airport Slot Manager, is gearing up to take on the role from April. 

Four bridges taking shape on Singleton Bypass Singleton’s largest ever road infrastructure project is progressing well, with piling and pier work now underway on four bridges on the Singleton Bypass.

Canberra light rail steams ahead Canberra’s light rail is one step closer to reaching Woden, with construction beginning today on the Stage 2A extension. 

Over $21 million to transform New South Wales’ regional cities The Albanese Government is building Australia’s future by delivering social infrastructure that connects communities, boosts economies and transforms Australia’s regions.

Revitalising family support services in Shellharbour The Albanese Government is supporting safe and connected communities throughout the Illawarra by providing $851,279 for the Shellharbour Integrated Child and Family Precinct.

Building the Goulburn Valley's future The Albanese Government is building the Goulburn Valley’s future, driving economic growth and improved freight efficiency with a partnership with Greater Shepparton City Council to deliver a $22.5 million frei

Albanese Government supporting and securing regional aviation The Albanese Labor Government is building Australia’s Future, today announcing regional Australia will continue to receive critical aviation services into the future.