For content relating to the Hon Kristy McBain’s MP’s portfolio responsibilities as Minister for Emergency Management, please visit the National Emergency Management Agency website.

World-class Albany bushland trail network a boost to local recreation and tourism

Work is underway on a new recreational trail network for locals and visitors to enjoy at Albany's renowned Mounts Heritage Precinct, with funding support from the Cook and Albanese Labor Governments.

08 October 2025

Media release

Revamped skate park brings new energy to Walcha’s Apsley River

Walcha’s young people have a new revamped home on the bank of the Apsley River, with the redevelopment of the town’s skate park now open for use.

29 September 2025

Media release

Administrator roles open for Australia's external territories

The Australian Government has started the selection process to appoint an Administrator for Norfolk Island and Administrator for Christmas Island and the Cocos (Keeling) Islands (the Indian Ocean Territories).

26 September 2025

Media release

Rubber hits the road for Wodonga heavy vehicle training facility

Construction has started on the nation-leading Logic Innovation Precinct in Wodonga thanks to $24 million funding from the Albanese Labor Government.

24 September 2025

Media release

22 September 2025

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ABC Afternoon Briefing with Melissa Clarke
SUBJECTS: Optus outage, National Climate Risk Assessment, insurance affordability.

22 September 2025

Transcript

ABC Weekend Breakfast
SUBJECTS: Optus outage; Black Summer bushfires; National Climate Risk Assessment

21 September 2025

Transcript

Builder appointed for essential health worker accommodation in Albury

New accommodation for the Albury Wodonga health workforce is a step closer with a builder appointed to construct the new Key Health Worker Accommodation at the Albury Hospital campus.

02 September 2025

Media release

Flowing forward with new culverts on Horrocks Highway

Two culverts have been upgraded along the Horrocks Highway, one north of Rhynie and the other just south of Murray town at Wild Dog Creek, improving safety for all drivers, particularly heavy vehicle operators.…

27 August 2025

Media release

Lights on: Navan Park transformed into inviting community space

Recent upgrades to Navan Park at Harkness in Melbourne’s outer north west, have transformed the much-loved open space into an inviting, accessible, and sustainable place for the community to gather and enjoy the…

22 August 2025

Media release

Ed Webb Park Upgrade Stage 2 now complete

The second stage of the Ed Webb Park upgrade in Sunshine Beach is now complete and features new picnic shelters, seating walls and beautifully lit picnic areas which will improve visibility and park safety.

19 August 2025

Media release

New moorings providing opportunities for Christmas Island

The Australian Government has delivered on new moorings for Flying Fish Cove and Smith Point, supporting critical supply chains, tourism, and economic opportunities for Christmas Island. 

14 August 2025

Media release

Dive right in: aquatic centre transformation complete

The upgraded and modernised Kawana Aquatic Centre is now open for the Sunshine Coast community. 

13 August 2025

Media release

Press conference, Currumbin Wildlife Hospital
SUBJECTS: regional Precincts and Partnerships Program, Currumbin Wildlife Hospital, ex-Tropical Cyclone Alfred recovery.

13 August 2025

Transcript

Raising the mobile coverage bar at Australia’s highest point

Visitors to Australia’s highest peak will have better mobile coverage thanks to a new project servicing Kosciuszko Tourist Park, delivered through the Albanese Government’s Mobile Black Spot Program (MBSP).

13 August 2025

Media release