Media releases

Delivering local priorities in South Australia The Albanese Labor Government continues to support councils across South Australia to deliver local priorities that are high impact, through the $3.25 billion Local Roads and Community Infrastructure (LRCI) program.

Premier sheep and lamb conference to return in 2024 For the first time since 2018, Australia’s premier sheep and lamb conference and trade show – LambEx – will herd more than 1,200 producers, graziers, wool growers, processors, exporters and industry members together to celebrate and promote the in

$22 million to deliver pioneering Wodonga TAFE heavy vehicle technology precinct The Albanese Government is delivering $22 million towards a nation-leading Heavy Vehicle Training and Experimentation Precinct in Wodonga, Victoria - as part of its $80 million investment in the Albury Wodonga Regional P

Geelong's future convention centre to be named Nyaal Banyul The official name of the Geelong Convention and Exhibition Centre (GCEC) will be returning Wadawurrung language to Country - with a name gifted by the Wadawurrung Traditional Owners Aboriginal Corporation.

Work starts to build a side track for Spring Creek Bridge replacement Early work starts this week on a $12.1 million project to replace a major crossing over Spring Creek in the North West of New South Wales.

Moving forward on the Norfolk Island Governance Committee As part of the Australian Government’s commitment to enhancing democratic representation for Norfolk Island residents, the Norfolk Island Governance Committee (NIGC) will be established in October.

Jobs, economic growth and liveability boosted in the Sunshine State The Albanese Labor Government continues to support councils across Queensland deliver local priorities that are high impact, through the $3.25 billion Local Roads and Community Infrastructure (LRCI) program.

Geelong's Green Spine is growing Geelong’s inner city is coming to life with work underway on the next section of the Green Spine project, thanks to support from the Australian and Victorian governments under the Geelong City Deal.

Council to benefit from LCRI Program Residents throughout the Region are set to benefit with Toowoomba Regional Council (TRC) receiving more than $6.4 million through the Local Roads and Community Infrastructure (LRCI) Program.

Cooroy Bridge works to improve safety and connectivity Cooroy’s two-lane Lawnville Road bridge will soon undergo a $2.33 million renovation to boost safety and connectivity.

$750 million for councils' local road and infrastructure priorities The next funding phase of the Local Roads and Community Infrastructure (LRCI) program, totalling $750 million, is now available for councils across Australia to nominate projects.

Nearly $1.8 billion relief for disaster impacted councils Councils across Australia will be able to fast-track local repair works following two devastating years of floods, fires and cyclones, with the Albanese Government to advance nearly $1.8 billion in disaster payments to the states.

Strengthening community engagement and wellbeing in our regions The Albanese Labor Government continues to invest in regional, rural and remote communities to make them more resilient, sustainable and liveable.

Infrastructure boost for Indian Ocean Territories Christmas Island and the Cocos (Keeling) Islands will get more support for infrastructure following the successful passage of legislation to expand the Northern Australia Infrastructure Facility (NAIF).

Bringing back local government to the table The Australian Government has today delivered on an important election commitment for the local government sector, with the Australian Council of Local Government held in Canberra for the first time in a decade.