Media releases

Introducing The Pavilion: Bluefit to operate new aquatic and health centre at the iconic WACA ground The Australian Government, Western Australian Government, the City of Perth, Cricket Australia and WA Cricket are partnering to deliver an exciting new aquatic and health facility within the historic WACA Ground pr

Hobart Airport runway ready for take off Today marks the opening of the newly upgraded Hobart Airport ensuring it remains the gateway for travel, tourism and trade opportunities for Tasmania. 

Landmark moment for Coffs Harbour: Luke Bowen Bridge opens A new pedestrian and cyclist bridge honouring the memory of local student Luke Bowen has officially opened in Coffs Harbour today, marking a major milestone in the delivery of the city’s long-awaited bypass.

Federal and state Labor governments working hand in hand to deliver for the Hawkesbury The Albanese and Minns Labor governments are working together to deliver better, safer and more resilient road infrastructure in western Sydney, with work now underway on two transformative projects in the Hawkesbury region: the Pitt Town Bypass,

Armadale line to reopen as METRONET Byford Rail Extension reaches final stages In a major milestone for the METRONET program, the Albanese and Cook Labor governments have today announced the Byford Rail Extension, as well as the remaining outer section of the Armadale Line, will open for passenger services on Monday, 13 Octo

International flight boost for Melbourne Hong Kong Airlines is set to touchdown at Tullamarine, becoming the 41st carrier to land at Victoria’s gateway airport.

More milestones reached for landmark Lumsden Point project Several key milestones have been reached at the Lumsden Point project in the Port of Port Hedland in Western Australia's Pilbara region.

Bulleen Road Interchange opening: A huge step for North East Link A section of the Bulleen Road Interchange has opened as part of the Allan and Albanese Labor governments’ North East Link – the first permanent section of road to open as part of the congestion-cutting project. 

Mooloolaba Foreshore the place to meet Ground has broken on the Mooloolaba Central Meeting Place, as part of the Mooloolaba Foreshore Stage Two works.

Albany artificial reef makes a splash Local surfers and tourists have a new surfing site in Albany with the Southern Ocean Surf Reef officially opened today. The artificial reef offers an accessible surfing site offshore from Middleton Beach at Albany.

Crews on the move for vital upgrade of flood-prone Youngs Crossing Work crews and equipment have started arriving on site as works begin on the Youngs Crossing upgrade; a project which will significantly enhance the reliability of this key transport connection in the City of Moret

From plans to pavement: federal and state governments to deliver a major upgrade for the M5 and Western Sydney The Albanese and Minns governments are getting on with delivering the critical infrastructure Western Sydney needs, with the NSW government today signing a contract with Seymour Whyte to upgrade an infamous traffic chokepoint in

Boosting transport and construction productivity The Albanese Government’s focus on boosting productivity across the Australian economy continued to pick up speed this week, as consultation commenced with the transport and construction sectors.

Lights a step closer as construction kicks off on Central Coast Highway with Tumbi road intersection upgrade Safer, more reliable journeys are on the way for motorists who use the Central Coast Highway, with main construction works starting to upgrade the Central Coast Highway-Tumbi Road intersection.

Kakadu upgrades ensure safer access to top tourism spots The Australian and Northern Territory governments are delivering long-awaited upgrades to key roads in Kakadu National Park to improve visitor access, boost safety and support economic growth.