M4 and M8 link to open ahead of schedule

The new M4 and M8 motorway link – one of the final major components of Australia’s largest road infrastructure project, WestConnex – will open to motorists tomorrow, two months ahead of schedule.

19 January 2023

Media release

Have your say on new Captain Cook Highway plan

The public is being asked to provide feedback on the newly released preliminary master plan for upgrades on the Captain Cook Highway between the Cairns CBD and Smithfield.

18 January 2023

Media release

Transcript of Doorstop in Brisbane
SUBJECTS: Cross River Rail, electric buses, net zero, Olympic and Paralympic Games, public transport.

18 January 2023

Interview

Historic road set for critical safety upgrades

One of New South Wales' most historic roads is set for an overhaul, with the Australian Government committing $100 million for safety works on Bells Line of Road.

18 January 2023

Media release

More funding to strengthen remote, rural and regional communities

Thirty-four projects will share in over $288,000 in federal funding through the second round of the Strengthening Rural Communities – Rebuilding Regional Communities (RRC) program.

18 January 2023

Media release

Bonza set for takeoff

The Australian Government welcomes the entry of a new airline into the Australian market, with Bonza today being granted its Air Operator’s Certificate (AOC) from the Civil Aviation Safety Authority (CASA) following a rigorous assessment process…

12 January 2023

Media release

Saltwater Creek complete one year early

The $103 million jointly funded Saltwater Creek upgrade near Aldershot is now complete, one whole year ahead of schedule.

12 January 2023

Media release

Boosting Newell Highway flood mitigation south of Forbes

The Australian Government will contribute $50 million to improve flood mitigation on important sections of the Newell Highway between West Wyalong and Forbes.

10 January 2023

Media release

$65 million boost for Nowra Bypass

The Australian Government is announcing an additional $65 million for the Nowra Bypass planning project, bringing the total joint commitment with the New South Wales Government to $105 million.

10 January 2023

Media release

No stopping major work on Coffs Harbour Bypass

The detailed design for the Coffs Harbour bypass has been finalised, clearing the way for major construction to start in March. 

09 January 2023

Media release

More freight on Murray Basin trains

Trains can now carry more freight through a key section of Victoria’s freight network thanks to track upgrades completed as part of the Murray Basin Rail Project.

24 December 2022

Media release

M1 Pacific Motorway Extension to Raymond Terrace shifts up a gear with contractors locked in

The start of major construction is edging closer for the new M1 Pacific Motorway extension to Raymond Terrace, with the Australian and NSW governments announcing John Holland/ Gamuda Joint Venture and Seymour Whyte Constructions as the successful…

22 December 2022

Media release

Ballarat's airport runway extension set for takeoff in early 2023

Early works have started on the Ballarat Airport runway to extend its length from 1,300 to 1,800 metres.

21 December 2022

Media release

Hobart Airport Interchange completed

Construction of the $46.4 million Hobart Airport Interchange, a key part of the $350 million upgrade of the Tasman Highway into Hobart, has been completed.



19 December 2022

Media release

Final stage of Bussell Highway duplication to get underway

Construction on the final section of the Bussell Highway Duplication project is set to get underway in December.

19 December 2022

Media release