Next phase of work steaming ahead for Barton Highway

The duplication of the Barton Highway is forging ahead with the focus now turning to construction of several intersections along a seven-kilometre stretch as part of Stage 1.  

02 September 2022

Media release

Regional Australia in focus at Jobs and Skills Summit

The Jobs and Skills Summit has been an important first step in our Government’s plan to address key job and skill issues in regional Australia.

02 September 2022

Media release

Sounds of the Mountains 96.3 radio interview with David Eisenhauer
Subjects: Jobs and Skills Summit, Snowy Hydro 2.0, Clontarf Foundation, apprenticeships.

01 September 2022

Interview

ABC Riverina interview with Victor Petrovic
SUBJECTS: Snowy Hydro 2.0, TransGrid and HumeLink, Just Terms Act, undergrounding report.

31 August 2022

Interview

ABC South-East NSW Breakfast interview with Simon Lauder
SUBJECTS: Jobs and Skills Summit, Snowy Hydro 2.0, Ministerial Code of Conduct.

31 August 2022

Interview

Sky News Breakfast with Jaynie Seal
SUBJECTS: Jobs and Skills Summit, housing for workers in regional Australia, regional skills shortages.

24 August 2022

Interview

Spotlight on regional Australia ahead of Jobs and Skills Summit

Minister for Regional Development, Local Government and Territories Kristy McBain is making sure the skills shortage affecting regional Australia is a key focus of the Australian Government’s upcoming Jobs and Skills Summit.

17 August 2022

Media release

Opening address to the Local Government Association of Queensland Forum
SUBJECTS: Local government, coastal council responsibilities, Jobs and Skills Summit, TAFE and vocational training, housing shortage.

12 August 2022

Speech

ABC Capricornia radio interview with Tobi Loftus
Subjects: Local Government Association of Queensland’s Coastal Leaders Forum, Federal assistance grants, Inland Rail, future of green hydrogen.

12 August 2022

Interview

Wahpunga lane bridge replacement complete

Replacement of the Wahpunga Lane Bridge in Kin Kin is now completed, and the bridge reopened to motorists this week.

12 August 2022

Media release

Civic engagement and cultural recognition on the agenda

On my recent visit to Norfolk Island, I made clear my commitment to you for better communications and an open dialogue around how the Federal Government is working with the community.

05 August 2022

Media release

Cast your vote now for the 2022 National Local Government Awards

Australian Government is calling on communities and local governments across the nation to cast their votes for the 2022 National Awards for Local Government, with voting now open.

04 August 2022

Media release

A new waste management future for Norfolk Island

The Australian Government is contributing up to $3.2 million for critical recycling and waste infrastructure projects on Norfolk Island.

02 August 2022

Media release

Australian Government delivers better connectivity in Murrumbateman

The community of Murrumbateman will be able to access better mobile and broadband connectivity with the completion of projects delivered under the Australian Government’s Regional Connectivity Program.

29 July 2022

Media release

Norfolk Island trip recap

Dear Norfolk Islanders

Thank you for welcoming me to your home last week.

I was thrilled to be able to meet so many locals on my visit and can’t wait to return and spend more time with the community.

28 July 2022

Community update