Media releases

Fixing the Bruce: New Granite Creek Rest Area now open The Albanese and Crisafulli governments have delivered another major milestone in fixing the Bruce, with the upgraded Granite Creek Rest Area now open to motorists travelling between Gin Gin and Benaraby on Queensland’s lower central coast.&

Bridge replacement off and running at Racecourse Road Teralba’s eastern bridge has run its race, with works underway on a safer, stronger crossing at Racecourse Road.

Major step forward for Milton Ulladulla bypass as Environmental Impact Statement released The Albanese and Minns Labor governments are making progress on the much-anticipated Milton-Ulladulla bypass, with the Environmental Impact Statement (EIS) now on public exhibition. 

Mammoth investment: Nearly $3 billion worth of road projects on the way for Western Sydney Nearly $3 billion in road upgrades are powering ahead across Western Sydney, with contracts now signed on five major projects which will deliver the capacity needed for one of Australia’s fastest growing regions.

Safer and smoother connections along Empire Bay Drive Motorists are set to benefit from safer and smoother journeys on the Central Coast, with planning progressing along Empire Bay Drive between Daleys Point and Kincumber.

Key safety upgrades to start at Campbell Town intersection Construction will start next week on safety upgrades at the Midland Highway and Lake Leake Road intersection in Campbell Town.

Road safety review backs continued action to save lives The Australian Government has welcomed the findings of the independent Mid-term Review of the National Road Safety Strategy 2021-2030.

Work underway on final stage of $36 million Snowy Mountains Highway safety upgrades Crews will today start work on the Snowy Mountains Highway between Cooma and Yarrangobilly.

$7.2 million upgrade signals safer streets for Port Lincoln A key Port Lincoln intersection has been upgraded, improving safety for motorists and pedestrians, and boosting freight efficiency through the nation’s seafood capital. 

Seeking a new Chief Magistrate for Norfolk Island The Australian Government has commenced recruitment for a new Chief Magistrate and Coroner for Norfolk Island, with the upcoming retirement of current Chief Magistrate and Coroner, Ms Wendy Cull.

Pye Hill Reserve highlights ongoing investment in Liverpool public spaces The revitalised Pye Hill Reserve in Cecil Hills has been officially reopened to coincide with the second instalment of Liverpool City Council’s Block Party event series.

Next milestone for new Norfolk Island Aged Care Facility The Norfolk Island Residential Aged Care facility project has reached an important milestone, with the Australian Government referring the project to the Parliamentary Standing Committee on Public Works

Work begins on a new overtaking lane on the New England Highway Motorists travelling along the New England Highway, between Tamworth and Willow Tree, will soon benefit from safer and smoother journeys with work now underway on a new overtaking lane.

Yarrabah retail and commercial precinct to boost economy and bring services to residents The Albanese Government is supporting the delivery of Yarrabah’s first retail and commercial precinct, providing $10 million funding from the latest round of the $400 million regional Precincts and Partnerships Pro

Recruitment begins for new chair of the National Capital Authority The Australian Government is seeking a new chair of the National Capital Authority, with the current chair's term concluding in January 2027.