Media releases

Solar pools and libraries with first $50 million for bill busting upgrades Batteries to soak up excess solar at a council childcare centre, solar panels to cut bills for the local library and the community pool going all-electric are just some of the projects the Albanese Government is backing with its $100 million

Jamison Park netball courts renewed and ready to bounce into action The Albanese Government continues to partner with Penrith City Council to build high-priority local community infrastructure – with the upgrades to the netball courts now officially complete at Jamison Park in South Penrith.

Watergums Creek Bridge replacement complete Wonboyn residents are benefitting from improved access, safety and resilience following the completion of the new Watergums Creek Bridge.

Three new projects for Albury Wodonga The Albanese Government is partnering with all levels of government to Build Australia’s Future, with $7 million in federal funding supporting the delivery of recreational, tourism and education projects in the Albury Wodonga region.

Manjumup's Rea Park lighting upgrade complete The Albanese and Cook Governments continue to partner with the Shire of Manjimup to deliver high-priority local infrastructure – with a lighting upgrade complete at the Rea Park and Collier Street redevelopment in

Entries open for 39th Local Government Awards Nominations are now open for the 2025 National Awards for Local Government, an annual celebration and recognition of locally-led innovation. 

Job done on the Melrose Road Bridge replacement The Albanese Government continues to partner with Toowoomba Regional Council to get high priority local infrastructure off the ground, with construction of the Melrose Road bridge now complete and open to traffic.

Townsville buoyed by cruise ship arrival Celebrations will be in full swing today, as Cunard’s Queen Elizabeth becomes the largest cruise ship to ever navigate the newly widened Port of Townsville shipping channel. 

Streamlining Norfolk's employment and VET services The Australian Government is committed to supporting Norfolk Islanders build their future, with a new streamlined employment and VET assistance program to roll out from July 1 next year.

Builder announced for Twelve Apostles Visitor Experience Centre The Twelve Apostles Precinct Redevelopment has reached a major milestone, with the head contractor for the new Visitor Experience Centre announced today.

$23 million for Cocos (Keeling) Islands' climate change preparedness The Albanese Government is supporting the Cocos (Keeling) Islands to respond to the impacts of climate change, investing more than $23 million to improve emergency preparedness and community safety, while planning for the future. 

2024 end of year message to the Norfolk Island community As another busy year draws to a close, I want to thank you for your shared commitment to building a more sustainable pathway forward for Norfolk Island. 

2024 end of year message to the Indian Ocean Territories community I would like to wish everyone across the Indian Ocean Territories a happy and peaceful holiday season.  For many of us, this is a chance to be with family and friends, and to rest and reset.

Nyaal Banyul reaches new heights as construction continues in Geelong Nyaal Banyul Geelong Convention and Event Centre precinct is making its mark on the Geelong skyline, as the Crowne Plaza hotel reaches the highest point of construction this week. 

Unlocking the future of the Lake Jindabyne Foreshore The Albanese Government continues to partner with Snowy Monaro Regional Council to deliver local priority projects, with over $1.1 million flowing to upgrades at the Lake Jindabyne Foreshore.