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Major Thornton thoroughfare set for $14 million upgrade

One of Maitland’s busiest roads is set for a major upgrade, with over $14 million worth of improvements getting underway next month along Haussman Drive, Thornton (northwest of Newcastle).

22 April 2026

Media release

East Seaham Road sealed, safe and open

The critical upgrade to East Seaham Road (north of Newcastle) is complete following $7.2 million of funding by the Australian Government, New South Wales Government and Port Stephens Council.

20 April 2026

Media release

Sky News with Jaynie Seal
SUBJECTS: Drought, middle east war impacts on regional Australia, fuel, fertiliser

19 April 2026

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New traffic signals to go live at Brooker Highway’s Montrose Foreshore intersection

New traffic signals and pedestrian crossings are set to be turned on next week at the Brooker Highway’s Montrose Foreshore intersection, northwest of Hobart.

18 April 2026

Media release

Mission achieved: Mission Beach celebrates revitalised town centre

Mission Beach – part of the Cassowary Coast in Far North Queensland – is celebrating the official opening of its revitalised town centre.

16 April 2026

Media release

$30 million in Black Spot funding to improve road safety across Queensland

The Albanese Government has committed $30.2 million to address road safety at 44 locations across Queensland under the 2026–27 Black Spot Program funding round.

16 April 2026

Media release

Coastal hazard risk management and adaptation plan sets pathway for collaborative climate planning in the Cocos (Keeling) Islands

The Albanese Government has released the Cocos (Keeling) Islands Coastal Hazard Risk Management and Adaptation Plan (CHRMAP), a key step in supporting Cocos to respond and adapt to climate change.

10 April 2026

Media release

New pipeline secures water future for Jervis Bay Territory

Residents of the Jervis Bay Territory, including members of the Wreck Bay Aboriginal Community, will benefit from a more reliable and secure drinking water supply, with construction of the new water pipeline connecting the Territory to the…

09 April 2026

Media release

Major safety upgrades completed on Warrego and Carnarvon Highways

Communities in south west Queensland are benefiting from safer roads, with three major safety projects now completed on the Warrego and Carnarvon highways.

08 April 2026

Media release

More investment for nation's roads

The Albanese Government continues to deliver critical road upgrades for communities across Australia under the Safer Local Roads and Infrastructure Program (SLRIP).

01 April 2026

Media release

Doors open to Launceston's new community sport hub

Launceston’s Northern Suburbs Community Recreation Hub has officially opened, marking a major milestone for community sport, recreation and youth engagement.

28 March 2026

Media release

Construction kicks off on world-class wildlife hospital at Currumbin

The Albanese and Crisafulli Governments are marking the start of construction at a new research and education campus, the Currumbin Wildlife Institute at Currumbin Wildlife Hospital. 

27 March 2026

Media release

Safer intersection coming for Kialla West

A jointly funded upgrade to the Goulburn Valley Highway and Cemetery Road intersection in Kialla West will deliver improved safety for motorists and families travelling to and from school.

19 March 2026

Media release

National forum to focus on local priorities

The Albanese Government will strengthen its close partnership with local government at the Australian Council of Local Government (ACLG) in June this year.

13 March 2026

Media release

Geelong's new convention centre celebrates completion

Major building works on the Nyaal Banyul Geelong Convention and Event Centre are done. 

13 March 2026

Media release