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Work underway on Boyne Tannum Aquatic Centre

Works to deliver the highly anticipated Boyne Tannum Aquatic Centre (on Queensland's south-central coast) are now underway.

15 June 2026

Media release

Green light for Ali Curung Youth Centre

The $3.1 million Ali Curung Youth Centre will soon break ground with the appointment of the successful construction contractor.

11 June 2026

Media release

Moggill Road upgrade keeps Brisbane moving

The Moggill Road Corridor Upgrade is keeping western Brisbane moving one year after completion, with travel times improving by about 20 per cent across that section of the corridor.

02 June 2026

Media release

CommsDay Summit 2026, special session: restoring telecom reputation
SUBJECTS: Restoring trust in the telco sector, regulation, triple zero, NBN, UOMO, first nations digital inclusion, consumer safeguards

01 June 2026

Speech

New Aquatic centre makes a splash in Yeppoon

The newly redeveloped Brian Dorey OAM Capricorn Coast Aquatic Centre opened today in Yeppoon, marking a major milestone for swimming, health and community infrastructure across the region.

29 May 2026

Media release

Detailed designs revealed for Beerburrum to Nambour Stage 1

The Beerburrum to Nambour Rail (B2N) Upgrade has reached a major milestone, with detailed designs for Stage 1 now released, bringing the Sunshine Coast one step closer to more reliable, frequent and efficient rail services.

26 May 2026

Media release

Centre opens to save sick and injured marine turtles

The first sea turtles have been admitted for care at a new Queensland rehabilitation and research centre on the state’s mid-south coast.

15 May 2026

Media release

Investing in transport and infrastructure to keep our communities connected

The Albanese Labor Government’s 2026-27 Budget investment builds on our work to deliver the transport and community infrastructure that Australians need.

12 May 2026

Media release

Gladstone Indoor Sports Centre to strengthen region's sporting future

A major step forward for indoor sport and community infrastructure in Central Queensland has been confirmed, with the Gladstone Amateur Basketball Association (GABA) commencing construction on the Gladstone Regional Indoor Sports Centre (…

07 May 2026

Media release

Black Spot works improving three Rocky roads

Black spots on three roads in the Rockhampton region are being improved thanks to more than $3.5 million in funding.

05 May 2026

Media release

New $21 million bridge keeps Queensland's mines moving

A critical freight link in one of Queensland’s most productive regions is stronger than ever, with the official opening of the new Bill Murphy Bridge on Saraji Road at Isaac (in the state's central east).

01 May 2026

Media release

Upgrade to improve safety at key Torquay intersection

Fraser Coast residents and visitors will benefit from improved safety at a key Torquay intersection, with upgrade works starting this week at the corner of Ann and Cypress streets.

17 April 2026

Media release

ABC Wide Bay Breakfast with David Dowsett
SUBJECTS: Black Spot funding, flood recovery.

17 April 2026

Transcript

$30 million in Black Spot funding to improve road safety across Queensland

The Albanese Government has committed $30.2 million to address road safety at 44 locations across Queensland under the 2026–27 Black Spot Program funding round.

16 April 2026

Media release

Major safety upgrades completed on Warrego and Carnarvon Highways

Communities in south west Queensland are benefiting from safer roads, with three major safety projects now completed on the Warrego and Carnarvon highways.

08 April 2026

Media release