Updated cruise exemption to strengthen seafarer protections

The Australian Government is continuing the exemption from the Coastal Trading (Revitalising Australian Shipping) Act 2012 (the Act) for eligible cruise operators, whilst providing stronger…

02 October 2026

Media release

First package of Bridport Road upgrade begins

Construction is now underway on the first package of freight efficiency and safety upgrades for Bridport Road.

02 October 2026

Media release

Beams Road Upgrade a big win for Brisbane's northside

One of north Brisbane’s worst traffic bottlenecks has been removed, with the main road works on the Beams Road stage 1B upgrade now complete.

02 October 2026

Media release

Kennett River upgrades support safe and sustainable tourism along the Great Ocean Road

Key upgrades at Kennett River on the Great Ocean Road are now complete, boosting safety and tourism ahead of this year’s busy summer season.

01 October 2026

Media release

Press conference - Footscray, Melbourne
SUBJECTS: Melbourne Airport Rail, interest rates, housing, Better and Fairer Schools Agreement, credit card surcharge ban, Victorian election

30 September 2026

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Melbourne Airport Rail Stage 2 set for take-off

The Albanese and Carroll Labor governments are getting on with building Melbourne Airport Rail Stage 2, with work set to begin in the coming weeks.

30 September 2026

Media release

Media statement

Safety in our aviation sector is of the utmost priority to the Australian Government. 

30 September 2026

Media release

Investing in the future of urban spaces across Australia

The Albanese Government is investing over $35 million nationally into transformative urban precincts to support communities and grow local economies.

30 September 2026

Media release

More fans, closer to the action as new stand opens at Launceston's UTAS stadium

Work on the new Western Stand at Launceston’s UTAS stadium is now complete. It’s another major milestone on the $130 million development of the facility, funded by the Albanese and Rockliff Governments.

28 September 2026

Media release

Clyde North intersection upgrade complete

The Albanese and Carroll Labor Governments have delivered faster and safer journeys for Clyde North, Cranbourne North and Berwick residents.

28 September 2026

Media release

Boat Harbour Beach now in shipshape

The $12.5 million transformation of Boat Harbour Beach is now complete, marking a major milestone for one of Tasmania’s best-known coastal destinations.

28 September 2026

Media release

Strzelecki Track upgrade reaches major milestone

Major works are now underway between Mount Hopeless and The Dog Fence as the $215 million Strzelecki Track Upgrade and Sealing Project approaches its halfway point.

28 September 2026

Media release

Safer journeys for South Australians: works begin on upgrading Heaslip Road and Curtis Road intersection

Construction is set to begin on a new $30 million dual-lane roundabout at the intersection of Heaslip Road and Curtis Road, delivering safer journeys and helping meet the transport demands of Adelaide’s growing north. 

28 September 2026

Media release

Elevated experience for cyclists as upgraded Mike Turtur Bikeway opens

From today, cyclists and pedestrians will be able to bypass some of Adelaide’s busiest intersections as elevated paths along the Mike Turtur Bikeway open to the public for the first time.

27 September 2026

Media release

Australia to renominate for IMO Council

The Australian Government has marked World Maritime Day by announcing it will seek another two-year term on the International Maritime Organization (IMO) Council.

24 September 2026

Media release