26
May
2023
Government listening to experts on urban policy
The Albanese Government has appointed the Chair and members that will form the new Urban Policy Forum.
19
May
2023
Climate action, inclusivity and gender equality top of agenda at 11th APEC transportation ministerial meeting
Transport Ministers from the Asia-Pacific are working towards a cleaner, more inclusive future in transport.
19
May
2023
First stage of Illawarra Road upgrade completed
The first stage of the $80 million upgrade to Illawarra Road, a key freight link between the Midland and Bass Highways, has been completed.
18
May
2023
Community representatives appointed to new Brisbane Aircraft Noise Group
The first meeting of the new Brisbane Airport Community Airspace Advisory Board will be held today.
18
May
2023
Grant helps encourage kids to stay safe walking to school
The Australian Government is backing efforts to encourage kids to make safe and healthy choices on National Walk Safely to School Day, held on 19 May 2023.
17
May
2023
Australia and Michigan collaborate for a stronger transport future
The Governor of Michigan, Gretchen Whitmer, and I have renewed and expanded cooperation between Australia and Michigan to work together to prepare for a transport future that is greener, safer, better connected and more
16
May
2023
First track laid for METRONET Yanchep Rail Extension
The first 2.7 kilometres of track has been laid on the METRONET Yanchep Rail Extension Project, which is set to transform Perth’s northern suburbs and give more than 150,000 residents transport options in and around Perth.
16
May
2023
Charting course towards zero maritime emissions for Australia
The Australian Government has committed to developing a Maritime Emissions Reduction National Action Plan to chart a practical green transition for our maritime sector, while also working with other nations on low and ze
15
May
2023
Statement on the discovery of the MV Blythe Star
Almost 50 years after its sinking, CSIRO has confirmed the location of the MV Blythe Star off the South West Cape of Tasmania.
14
May
2023
Commitment to reducing transport emissions highlighted at APEC meeting
Today I am travelling to the 2023 Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation Transportation Ministerial Meeting where I will highlight the Albanese Government’s commitments towards a cleaner, more inclusive and better-connected t
11
May
2023
Major upgrade to SA's national freight routes
An upgrade of three major highways will improve the safety and reliability of national freight routes in South Australia.
09
May
2023
Budget 2023-24: New investment to support a better, safer future for Central Australia
The Australian Government and Northern Territory Government are working together to deliver the next stage of the $250 million landmark plan for a Better, Safer Future for Central Australia to improve community safety, t
09
May
2023
Budget 2023-24: Supporting a strong, secure and sustainable regional Australia
From Townsville to Tennant Creek, Broome to Bendigo and Nhulunbuy to Newcastle – the Albanese Government is investing in people who call regional Australia home.
09
May
2023
Budget 2023-24: Strengthening Australia's $120 billion infrastructure pipeline
The 2023-24 Federal Budget delivers real nation building through a genuine review of Australia’s infrastructure investment pipeline, and bold new measures for Australia's cities and suburbs.
06
May
2023
Guidelines released for new regional grants program
Grant guidelines have now been released for the first round of the Australian Government’s new $600 million Growing Regions Program, with expressions of interest to open on July 5 this year.