Media releases

Work progressing to address seafarer wage theft The Albanese Government’s work to address seafarer wage theft has taken an important step forward, with the signing of an enhanced Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) between the Fair Work Ombudsman and Australian Maritime Safety Authority.

Improving safety along Brighton Road New traffic signals will be installed at the intersection of Brighton Road, Ocean Boulevard and Scholefield Road in South Australia to improve safety for road users, pedestrians and cyclists.

Delivering record investments in SA's south east The Albanese Government is delivering a record investment in South Australia’s south east, and is adding nearly $7 million to improve housing, childcare, economic, tourism and sports facilities.

Community consultation report on display for Mandalong Road at Morisset The proposed upgrade to Mandalong Road at Morisset, southwest of Newcastle, has taken another step forward with the community consultation report for the preferred design display now published. 

Contract awarded for transformational Tonkin Highway project A major job-creating road project in Perth's south has reached a critical milestone with a contract now awarded.

Building the Northern Territory's Future The Albanese Government is building Australia’s future, investing more than $24 million for crucial infrastructure and community facilities across the Northern Territory.

Designing the Cultural Heart of Ipswich The Ipswich CBD will soon begin its transformation thanks to a $3.8 million investment from the Albanese Government to fund detailed upgrade designs.

Improving Mornington traffic flow Major infrastructure upgrades will see the Mornington roundabout replaced with traffic lights to improve road safety and traffic flow.

Better urban precincts for a growing Adelaide The Albanese Government is supporting the growth and development of Adelaide, investing $33 million in two new urban projects that will boost tourism and assist local amenity. 

Green light for community projects in regional South Australia The Albanese Government is helping South Australia’s regions to thrive by investing almost $11.5 million in community infrastructure that promotes social cohesion and boosts local economies. 

A ground-breaking day at Newland Park The much-anticipated Regional Skate and Play Precinct at Newland Park has officially broken ground, marking a major milestone in a game-changing project for the Alice Springs community. 

Building Western Australia's future The Albanese and Cook Governments are building Western Australia’s future, driving economic growth and delivering benefits for commuters with a partnership to deliver a $700 million upgrade to the Kwinana Freeway.

Supporting urban renewal in Sunshine A former landfill site in Sunshine will begin its transformation into new educational, recreational, cultural, commercial and community facilities thanks to a $500,000 investment from the Albanese Government.

New Airservices Australia CEO announced I welcome the substantive appointment of Rob Sharp as the Chief Executive Officer of Airservices Australia.

Supporting Footscray to thrive The Albanese Government is supporting arts in Melbourne’s inner west, providing $5 million to revitalise Footscray CBD and establish it as a cultural precinct.