Media releases

End of year message - Norfolk Island The approach of the end of 2022 is a valuable opportunity to reflect on the year that was, a chance for all of us to look to the future and 2023 with optimism and positivity.

End of year message - Indian Ocean Territories As the end of the year rapidly approaches, I wanted to share some reflections with you on my first six months as the Minister for Regional Development, Local Government and Territories.

ABC Heywire winners celebrate stories of life across regional and rural Australia Strength, perseverance, and optimism feature strongly in the stories from the 2023 ABC Heywire winners.

Dr Hugh Heggie PSM Appointed as Northern Territory Administrator The role of Administrator is an important public office supporting the Northern Territory – administering key statutory, civic and ceremonial responsibilities for the Territory.

Funding for Bega Valley bridge upgrade Motorists who travel on some of Australia’s oldest and narrowest bridges will benefit from new Australian Government-funded upgrade and replacement projects.

Local government in the spotlight at ministers' forum Key challenges facing local governments across Australia in skills, workforce, housing and financial sustainability were discussed today at the first Local Government Ministers’ Forum of the Albanese Government.

$39 million for regional bridge upgrades The Albanese Government is continuing to improve the safety and productivity of bridges in regional areas by investing $39 million across 18 projects under the Bridges Renewal Program.

Australian Government delivers increased communications network resilience across Eden-Monaro Communities right across Eden-Monaro are now better prepared for emergencies and natural disasters following the installation of backup NBN Sky Muster satellite services.

Norfolk Island trip Dear Norfolk Islanders Thank you for welcoming me back to your home last week. Although this trip was short, I was thrilled to spend more time with community members, and can’t wait to meet with more of you when I return.

Local feedback sought on improving mobile coverage across Eden-Monaro The Albanese Government is seeking local feedback on new guidelines that will drive investment to address poor mobile coverage in Carwoola, Talbingo, Wee Jasper, Dalmeny, Mystery Bay, Majors Creek, and along the Kings Highway, Monaro Highway, Snow

Support for Norfolk Island apprentices, trainees and employers Norfolk Islanders now have greater opportunities to access vocational education and training, with the Australian and Queensland Governments expanding state service delivery to support new apprenticeship and traineeship contracts

Budget delivers for City of Marion The Albanese Government is delivering on the commitments it took to the election to improve access, resilience and economic opportunity in the City of Marion.

Paddle boats and the National Cultural Icons: a new collaboration Can you travel across Lake Burley Griffin on a rainbow? Or, perhaps, race through the water that connects the capital’s north and south while engaged in Spotto to name the National Cultural Icons that line its shores?

Budget delivers for Blackwood Community Hub surrounds The Australian Government is delivering on its election commitment to public spaces surrounding the Blackwood Community Hub.

Shipping forum at Rawson Hall You made it clear to me on my first visit in July the wide-ranging impacts of shipping and freight on every aspect of your economy and community life.