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.

National Awards to celebrate council achievements

Entries are now open for the 2023 National Awards for Local Government, which will recognise outstanding innovation implemented by councils that has enhanced local communities.

06 February 2023

Media release

National Capital Authority Chief Executive re-appointed

Following five years of exemplary work in the role of Chief Executive of the National Capital Authority (NCA), Sally Barnes has been reappointed for a further three years.

03 February 2023

Media release

Way forward on Norfolk Island’s local government model

I know that community input is the key to unlocking the answers to many local issues.

02 February 2023

Media release

ABC News Afternoon Briefing with Greg Jennett
SUBJECTS: Royal Flying Doctor Service funding, additional resources for Northern Territory, port upgrade for Norfolk Island.

01 February 2023

Transcript

Transcript - radio interview - ABC North & West SA, Breakfast with Tom Mann
Subjects: Local government, regional development, community infrastructure

01 February 2023

Transcript

Funding sends remote health clinic off to flying start

The Albanese Labor Government will invest $1 million to support the development of a new purpose-built remote health clinic at William Creek in South Australia, in partnership with the Royal Flying Doctor Service (RFDS…

01 February 2023

Media release

What we heard on Norfolk Island shipping and freight

The Australian Government is committed to supporting sustainable and long-term shipping and freight services for the Norfolk Island community.

31 January 2023

Media release

Interview on Around SA – 5MU, with Chris Guscott
SUBJECTS: Local Government, Regional Development, Community Infrastructure

30 January 2023

Transcript

Brindabella Road upgrade

Motorists who travel on the Brindabella Road will benefit from an additional Australian Government commitment of $20 million for safety upgrades.

20 January 2023

Media release

More funding to strengthen remote, rural and regional communities

Thirty-four projects will share in over $288,000 in federal funding through the second round of the Strengthening Rural Communities – Rebuilding Regional Communities (RRC) program.

18 January 2023

Media release

$2.6 million to fund 17 new Black Spot projects in Tasmania

Funding under the Australian Government’s Black Spot Program will substantially improve 17 dangerous crash sites on Tasmanian roads in 2022–23.

22 December 2022

Media release

End of year message - Indian Ocean Territories

As the end of the year rapidly approaches, I wanted to share some reflections with you on my first six months as the Minister for Regional Development, Local Government and Territories.

16 December 2022

Media release

End of year message - Norfolk Island

The approach of the end of 2022 is a valuable opportunity to reflect on the year that was, a chance for all of us to look to the future and 2023 with optimism and positivity.

16 December 2022

Media release

Sky News Breakfast with Jaynie Seal
SUBJECTS: Wieambilla shooting, energy relief package.

15 December 2022

Transcript

Interview with Simon Lauder on ABC South East NSW Breakfast
SUBJECTS: GP accessibility, bulk billing, Medicare, Strengthening Medicare Taskforce, price cap on coal and gas, Energy Price Relief Plan, Wonboyn bridge upgrade.

14 December 2022

Transcript