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Funding local priorities in the Hawkesbury

Road and infrastructure projects underway across the Hawkesbury funded by the Albanese Government, have been the focus of a visit by Federal Minister for Regional Development, and Local Government, Kristy McBain MP.

23 February 2024

Media release

Radio transcript - ABC South East Breakfast
SUBJECTS: Housing, supermarket competition, local government.

22 February 2024

Transcript

Transcript - Interview with ABC 666 Canberra Breakfast
SUBJECTS: New National Capital Authority Chief Executive, Yass Water

21 February 2024

Transcript

New era for the National Capital Authority

The Australian Government is pleased to announce the appointment of Karen Doran as the new Chief Executive of the National Capital Authority (NCA).

21 February 2024

Media release

Apex Park inclusive playspace construction underway

The Albanese and Malinauskas governments continue to partner with local governments across South Australia to get high-priority community infrastructure off the ground – with construction of a new playspace in Apex Park…

19 February 2024

Media release

2024 National Awards for Local Government open

Entries are now open for the 2024 National Awards for Local Government, which recognise outstanding innovation implemented by councils that have enhanced local communities.

15 February 2024

Media release

Federal funding for 52 projects to help local groups rebuild their regions

The Albanese Labor Government continues to invest in the liveability, sustainability and resilience of regional, rural and remote communities – with over $811,000 in grants flowing to 52 local-led projects across the…

15 February 2024

Media release

Works begin on Derwent Valley Bridge projects

Work will begin on improving three bridges on key transport routes in Tasmania’s Derwent Valley this week.



14 February 2024

Media release

Ribbon cut at Northern Aquatic and Community Hub

The brand new Northern Aquatic and Community Hub in Norlane has been officially opened during a ceremony on Friday 9 February.



13 February 2024

Media release

Tails are wagging for Port Lincoln's first dog park at Puckridge Place

High impact projects continue to be delivered through the Australian Government’s Local Roads and Community Infrastructure (LRCI) program, with Port Lincoln’s first-ever dog park now open at Puckridge Place.

11 February 2024

Media release

New RDA Chair to energise Gippsland's future

As part of the Albanese and Allan Governments’ commitment to elevating local expertise to activate regional communities, Kellie O’Callaghan has been appointed as the new chair of Regional Development Australia (RDA)…

08 February 2024

Media release

Improving access to Disaster Ready funding for the Indian Ocean Territories

The Indian Ocean Territories (IOT) will have greater access to funding opportunities for disaster resilience actions, following the extension of the Albanese Government’s Disaster Ready Fund (DRF) to Christmas Island and the…

08 February 2024

Media release

New Geelong Convention Centre unveils iconic brand

The official brand for the Nyaal Banyul Geelong Convention and Exhibition Centre (GCEC) has been unveiled, with the new logo honouring the culture and heritage of the Wadawurrung First Nations people.

07 February 2024

Media release

State of Australia's Regions Report released

The Australian Government has today released the 2024 State of Australia’s Regions report.

06 February 2024

Media release