Coopers Plains rail crossing removal one step closer to construction

A traffic bottleneck caused by a level crossing at Coopers Plains is set to go, with construction on a new overpass to get underway in 2025.

16 September 2024

Media release

Major projects reach major milestones as South Australia builds

Significant milestones have been reached on two of the state’s most important transport infrastructure projects, as the Australian and South Australian governments deliver on election commitments south of Adelaide.

16 September 2024

Media release

Next stage of Regatta Park open

There is even more to enjoy along the Nepean River with the latest stage of Regatta Park now open (near Penrith in Sydney's far west).

16 September 2024

Media release

Press conference - Sydney
SUBJECTS: Epping Bridge project, Melbourne Third Runway, Melbourne Airport Rail Link, Turkish Airlines arrival

13 September 2024

Transcript

Government names commissioners to lead Infrastructure Australia

The Albanese Government has appointed Mr Tim Reardon, Ms Clare Gardiner-Barnes and Dr Gillian Miles as the Commissioners of Infrastructure Australia for five-year terms. 

13 September 2024

Media release

Infrastructure Partnerships Australia speech in Sydney
Subjects: Infrastructure reforms, Infrastructure Policy Statement, Federation Funding Agreement Schedule for Land Transport Infrastructure Projects, infrastructure productivity and culture.

13 September 2024

Speech

Standing up for seafarers

The Albanese Government is continuing its work to ensure Australian workers earn more and keep more of what they earn, with $2.7 million committed to better protect seafarers from wage theft.

13 September 2024

Media release

New Epping Bridge to ease long-term pinch point with extra lanes

Northern Sydney commuters will soon save 40 minutes per week commute time, with designs unveiled today for the new seven-lane Epping Bridge. 

13 September 2024

Media release

Melbourne Airport third runway

I have approved the major development plan for the construction of a third runway at Melbourne Airport.

13 September 2024

Media release

Supporting the productivity of heavy vehicles

Regulations setting mass limits under the Heavy Vehicle National Law have now been amended to allow heavy vehicles to meet the latest international standards.

12 September 2024

Media release

Vessels sought for maritime strategic fleet pilot

The Albanese Government is seeking vessels to participate in Australia’s Strategic Fleet Pilot, today releasing a request for tender.

06 September 2024

Media release

Applications open for Albanese Government's regional funding program

Applications are now open for community infrastructure projects to seek funding under the second round of the Albanese Government’s $600 million Growing Regions Program. 

05 September 2024

Media release

Victorian guide dogs campus gets exciting upgrade

The redeveloped Guide Dogs Victoria campus in the eastern Melbourne suburb of Kew is officially opened, providing a world-class active training and education centre of excellence.

04 September 2024

Media release

Enhancements at Lake Leschenaultia elevate visitor experience

Minister for Infrastructure, Transport, Regional Development and Local Government Catherine King, alongside Deputy Shire President Trish Cook, unveiled a commemorative plaque, marking the significant investment in one of the shire's premier…

03 September 2024

Media release