Media releases

Supporting food sustainability in the Indian Ocean Territories The Australian Government is prioritising the future sustainability of the Indian Ocean Territories (IOT) with almost $450,000 in funding for three exciting projects across Christmas Island (CI) and the Cocos (Keeling) Islands (CKI) under the Inno

Face-to-face government services return to Norfolk Island Norfolk Islanders will be able to gain additional support for their Centrelink and Medicare queries from Services Australia staff visiting the island later this month.

Completed bridges offer greater connectivity for Gladstone region's southern townships Work to replace two timber bridges in the Lowmead area, near Gladstone, is now complete, with the bridges open to traffic.

Regional Australia in focus at Jobs and Skills Summit The Jobs and Skills Summit has been an important first step in our Government’s plan to address key job and skill issues in regional Australia.

Next phase of work steaming ahead for Barton Highway The duplication of the Barton Highway is forging ahead with the focus now turning to construction of several intersections along a seven-kilometre stretch as part of Stage 1.  

Spotlight on regional Australia ahead of Jobs and Skills Summit Minister for Regional Development, Local Government and Territories Kristy McBain is making sure the skills shortage affecting regional Australia is a key focus of the Australian Government’s upcoming Jobs and Skills Summit.

Wahpunga lane bridge replacement complete Replacement of the Wahpunga Lane Bridge in Kin Kin is now completed, and the bridge reopened to motorists this week.

Civic engagement and cultural recognition on the agenda On my recent visit to Norfolk Island, I made clear my commitment to you for better communications and an open dialogue around how the Federal Government is working with the community.

Cast your vote now for the 2022 National Local Government Awards Australian Government is calling on communities and local governments across the nation to cast their votes for the 2022 National Awards for Local Government, with voting now open.

A new waste management future for Norfolk Island The Australian Government is contributing up to $3.2 million for critical recycling and waste infrastructure projects on Norfolk Island.

Australian Government delivers better connectivity in Murrumbateman The community of Murrumbateman will be able to access better mobile and broadband connectivity with the completion of projects delivered under the Australian Government’s Regional Connectivity Program.

Upgraded jetty sparkles at Spencer Park, Merimbula Merimbula's new locally-made modern, floating jetty at Spencer Park has been officially opened.

Minister McBain visiting Norfolk Island Minister for Regional Development, Local Government and Territories, the Hon Kristy McBain MP is visiting Norfolk Island from 19 to 21 July.

Listening to the community on council rates and charges In response to community feedback and the ongoing impacts of COVID-19, the Australian Government and the Norfolk Island Regional Council (NIRC) have agreed the proposed increases in land rates and waste management will n

Introduction to Jervis Bay Territory residents To the residents of the Jervis Bay Territory,