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IMPACT Route complete, strengthening connections across Mansfield Shire

The Integrating Mansfield’s Productivity, Agricultural Communities and Tourism (IMPACT) Route is now complete – delivering a major infrastructure project designed to improve connectivity, support local industry and…

24 June 2026

Media release

Regional Forum NGA2026
National Convention Centre, Canberra

23 June 2026

Speech

Outstanding local government achievements recognised

Outstanding achievers in local government have been recognised, with 13 category winners announced for the 2026 National Awards for Local Government. 

23 June 2026

Media release

Nyaal Banyul now open

Geelong is now home to the biggest events and convention centre in regional Victoria.

Premier Jacinta Allan and Deputy Prime Minister Richard Marles officially opened the Nyaal Banyul Geelong Convention and Event Centre today.

21 June 2026

Media release

Black Spot funding to improve road safety across Tasmania

The Albanese Government has committed $3.5 million to address safety at 15 locations under the Tasmanian 2026-27 Black Spot Program funding round.

19 June 2026

Media release

New heavy vehicle rest area opens on Bass Highway

A new heavy vehicle driver rest area on the Bass Highway near Westbury is now open, supporting improved efficiency and fatigue management for Launceston-bound heavy vehicle operators.

12 June 2026

Media release

Critical safety boost delivers smoother journeys in SA's southeast

A major milestone has been reached in the $18.3 million Southern Ports Highway Project, with the completion of critical road safety upgrades between Robe and Clay Wells Road, Bray.

10 June 2026

Media release

Albury Entertainment Centre Convention Wing redevelopment breaks ground

Work has officially begun on the major redevelopment of the Albury Entertainment Centre Convention Wing, marking a milestone for one of the (New South Wales/Victoria border) region’s most important cultural and economic assets.

10 June 2026

Media release

Albury Airport taxiway extension now open

Albury Airport is safer and more efficient with the completion of major improvements that will also support future passenger growth.

09 June 2026

Media release

Bridge over safer waters for Purga residents

Purga residents can now enjoy travelling over a fully upgraded two-lane Purga School Road bridge, with the more than $7.9 million project, southwest of Ipswich, now completed.

08 June 2026

Media release

Albany Airport upgrade to support growing Great Southern region

Major upgrades to Albany Airport are forging ahead to support the region's growth, jobs and future firefighting capabilities, with a construction tender now open.

04 June 2026

Media release

Safety upgrades to start on Kings Meadows interchange

Safety upgrades at the Kings Meadows interchange are set to start this week, with works to be delivered in two stages.

26 May 2026

Media release

Extended runway to transform connectivity to East Kimberley

Construction of the East Kimberley Regional Airport runway extension in Kununurra is complete, paving the way for stronger connectivity and economic growth across WA's far north border region.

22 May 2026

Media release

Black Spot funding to improve road safety across Western Australia

The Albanese Government has committed almost $14 million to address safety at 34 locations under the Western Australia 2026–27 Black Spot Program funding round.

22 May 2026

Media release

Black Spot funding to improve safety across the Northern Territory

The Albanese Government has committed $1.7 million to address safety at eight locations under the Northern Territory 2025–26 Black Spot Program funding round.

21 May 2026

Media release