Media releases

Productive return to Norfolk for governance talks Federal Minister for Territories, Kristy McBain MP has visited Norfolk Island this week to progress key local governance matters in person. 

Delivering local priorities in Rockhampton The Albanese Labor Government is partnering with Rockhampton Regional Council to deliver high-priority local transport and community infrastructure projects across the Rocky region.

Delivering local priorities in Gladstone The Albanese Labor Government is partnering with Gladstone Regional Council to deliver high-priority local transport and community infrastructure projects across the Gladstone region.

Improving road safety across Tasmania The Albanese Labor Government continues to invest in high-priority safety improvements on local roads across Tasmania, with 14 dangerous sites to share in $3.5 million of Commonwealth funding.

Albert Hall redevelopment progressing well The $16 million redevelopment of the eastern wing of Launceston’s iconic Albert Hall is progressing well, with several important areas of construction now complete.

Westmead’s Milson Park officially opens after redevelopment Stage 1 of Westmead’s newest rejuvenated green space in Milson Park is now complete featuring an active transport network, artificial wetlands and improved stormwater drainage, and a shared pathway with pedestrian and cycle

Hurstville Oval community pavilion complete The Albanese Government continues to partner with local governments across NSW to get high-priority community infrastructure off the ground – with construction of Blackshaw Gould Community Pavilion at Hurstville Oval complete.

Federal funding for 58 projects to help local groups rebuild their regions The Australian Government continues to invest in the liveability, sustainability and resilience of regional, rural and remote communities – partnering with the Foundation for Rural & Regional Renewal (FRRR) to

Investing in the future of Norfolk's livestock The future sustainability of Norfolk Island’s cattle population is receiving a significant boost through Regional Development Australia (RDA) Mid North Coast and Norfolk Island’s new Embryo Transplant and Intensive Artifici

$3 million for Braidwood precinct redevelopment The Albanese Labor Government will invest $3 million towards a precinct renewal in the heart of Braidwood, boosting the town’s liveability and visitor economy.

Snowy Mountains Highway safety improvements on the way at Pine Valley Motorists using the Snowy Mountains Highway at Pine Valley will benefit from a series of upgrades, as part of the Albanese and NSW Labor Governments’ commitment to improving the safety and reliability of regional road netwo

Millions in funding for new PCYC Caboolture Construction of a new Queensland Police-Citizens Youth Club (PCYC) in Caboolture is officially underway – with the Albanese Government today announcing it will deliver $10 million towards this high-impact project.

New Chief Justice for Supreme Court of Norfolk Island The Australian Government has announced the appointment of Justice Robert James Bromwich as the next Chief Justice of the Norfolk Island Supreme Court. 

Government responds to Joint Standing Committee on Norfolk Island Future Governance The Australian Government has formally responded to the Joint Standing Committee on the National Capital and External Territories’ (JSCNCET) report into Norfolk Island governance.

Revolutionising Port of Bundaberg export hub The Albanese Government continues to support a future made in Australia, with a new bulk goods conveyor at the Port of Bundaberg officially open for business – transforming export opportunities in the Wide Bay-Burn