Media releases

Australian Government the driving force behind safer local roads Applications are now open for the Australian Government’s new Safer Local Roads and Infrastructure Program (SLRIP). 

Local government achievements celebrated The achievements of councils from across Australia have been given national recognition at the 38th National Awards for Local Government.

Over $33 million for regional road improvements The Albanese Labor Government continues to invest in bridge and road improvements across regional and rural Australia, as part of its commitment to boost freight productivity and to improve road safety outcomes.

Helping IOT communities save on energy bills The Albanese Labor Government continues to deliver cost of living relief to families and businesses across the Indian Ocean Territories, through the Energy Bill Relief Fund.

Energy relief for Norfolk Island The Albanese Labor Government continues to deliver cost of living relief to families and businesses on Norfolk Island, through the Energy Bill Relief Fund.

Energy bill relief for Jervis Bay Territory The Albanese Labor Government continues to deliver cost of living relief to families and businesses across the Jervis Bay Territory, through the Energy Bill Relief Fund.

Carr Confoy Park netball courts resurfacing complete Upgrades to netball courts at Carr Confoy Park in Goulburn have now been completed, thanks to investment from all levels of government and a local community sporting organisation.

Head consultant appointed to Apollo Bay Harbour project The development of a Precinct Plan for the Apollo Bay Harbour Redevelopment will be supported by Antarctica Architects.

Bringing local government leaders back to the table The Albanese Government’s moves to bring local government back into the national conversation are expected to result in record attendance from councils at the Australian Council of Local Government (ACLG) National

Tender awarded for Brunners Bridge replacement The Albanese and Minns governments continue to partner with local governments across New South Wales to get high-priority road and community infrastructure off the ground.

Local sporting hub receives much-needed upgrades Community sport in the Yarra Ranges is set to reach new heights, with construction of the new and much anticipated Powelltown Pavilion officially complete. 

New pipeline a game-changer for Launceston's environment and community A significant milestone in improving the quality of Launceston’s biggest waterway has been reached, with completion of a new underground pipeline that will help preserve the Kanamaluka/Tamar Estuary for generations to come.

Delivering local priorities in Robertson The Albanese Government continue to deliver high-priority local transport and community infrastructure projects across Robertson on the New South Wales Central Coast, with significant funding increases kickstarting

Delivering road safety in Burra The Albanese Government continues to invest in high impact local projects across the Queanbeyan-Palerang Regional Council area.

Delivering local priorities in Dobell The Albanese Government is delivering local transport and community projects across Dobell, kickstarting a pipeline of new work.