For content relating to the Hon Kristy McBain’s MP’s portfolio responsibilities as Minister for Emergency Management, please visit the National Emergency Management Agency website.

New chair at the helm of RDA Tropical North

Professor Hurriyet Babacan AM has been appointed as the new chair of Regional Development Australia (RDA) Tropical North, in Queensland.

02 March 2023

Media release

Interview with Greg Jennett, ABC Afternoon Agenda
SUBJECTS: Australian Council of Local Government, Voice to Parliament

23 February 2023

Transcript

Minister McBain visiting the Indian Ocean Territories

Minister for Regional Development, Local Government and Territories, the Hon Kristy McBain MP, is looking forward to visiting the Indian Ocean Territories (IOT) next week.

23 February 2023

Media release

Professor Sue Kilpatrick appointed Tasmanian chair of Regional Development Australia

Professor Sue Kilpatrick has been appointed as the Chair of Regional Development Australia (RDA) Tasmania.

23 February 2023

Media release

Strategic plan paves a path for regional development in Tasmania

A new strategic plan outlining priorities for regional Tasmania has been officially launched today.

23 February 2023

Media release

Sky News Regional, Breakfast with Jaynie Seal
SUBJECTS: Australian Council of Local Government, Queensland crime

22 February 2023

Transcript

Transcript - radio interview - 2DU Dubbo, Breakfast with Matt Collins
Subjects: Regional development, housing, regional connectivity

22 February 2023

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Bringing local government back to the table

As part of the Albanese Labor Government’s commitment to bringing local government back to the table as a trusted delivery partner of the services communities rely on, the Australian Council of Local Government (ACLG) will be re-established.

22 February 2023

Media release

Transcript - radio interview - ABC Western Plains (Dubbo), Breakfast with Jess McGuire
Subjects: Local government, Nortfolk Island, regional connectivity.

21 February 2023

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First anniversary of Queensland service delivery to Norfolk Island

The Australian and Queensland Governments have acknowledged the significant achievements made during the first year of service delivery to the Norfolk Island community under the partnership for state services.

20 February 2023

Media release

Interview on Sky News, Afternoon Agenda with Kieran Gilbert
SUBJECTS: Safeguard Mechanism, housing affordability, National Reconstruction Fund

16 February 2023

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Interview on Sky News Regional, Breakfast with Jaynie Seal
SUBJECTS: Queensland miners, interest rate rises, affordable housing

16 February 2023

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1206 2CC, Breakfast with Stephen Centaiempo
SUBJECTS: Local Roads and Community Infrastructure Program, Housing, HELP debt

14 February 2023

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Albanese Government to wipe HELP debt for remote doctors and nurse practitioners in Eden-Monaro

The Albanese Labor Government has passed legislation which will wipe the HELP debt of doctors or nurse practitioners who live and work in rural and remote parts of Australia, including in Eden-Monaro.

13 February 2023

Media release

Funding local priorities

The Albanese Government is supporting local communities across Australia by providing $750 million through Phase 4 of the Local Roads and Community Infrastructure Program.

13 February 2023

Media release