Media releases

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,

To the residents of the Indian Ocean Territories I am thrilled the Prime Minister asked me to take on the position of Minister for Regional Development, Local Government and Territories.

To the residents of Norfolk Island I am pleased and proud to have been asked by the Prime Minister to take on the position of Minister for Regional Development, Local Government and Territories.

New heritage laws for Christmas Island I am pleased to announce new laws to support and manage private freehold properties with local heritage values on Christmas Island (CI).

Nominations now open for 2022 National Awards for Local Government Local Governments across Australia are encouraged to nominate outstanding projects to be recognised in this year’s National Awards for Local Government. 

Appointment as Minister for Regional Development, Local Government and Territories I am incredibly honoured and humbled to be appointed Minister for Regional Development, Local Government and Territories.