The Hon Michael McCormack MP, Minister for Infrastructure, Transport and Regional Development
- Inland Rail on Track with Indigenous Participation
A new Inland Rail Indigenous Participation Plan (IRIPP) will ensure local communities can share in ongoing employment opportunities of the transformational rail-track’s roll-out and operations.
11 December
- Finish line in sight for Mackay aquatic and recreation complex
Sport in Mackay is set for a big win thanks to a new sporting precinct at Central Queensland University’s Mackay campus, complete with an Olympic pool and an athletics track.
11 December
- Sydney—Bendigo air link a welcome boost for regions
Qantas’ announcement of six weekly air services linking Bendigo and Sydney will be a welcomed boost for regional travel, tourism and connectivity, Deputy Prime Minister and Nationals’ Leader Michael McCormack says.
11 December
- First girder in place for Mackay Ring Road bridge
The Mackay Ring Road—Stage 1 project has reached a major construction milestone last month with the placement of the first concrete girder on the new Pioneer River Bridge.
11 December
- Stuart Highway duplication begins
A major Stuart Highway upgrade is now underway to improve flood immunity, safety and efficiency in Alice Springs.
10 December
- Capricorn Highway duplication contract awarded
The contract for the $74.99 million Capricorn Highway duplication project between Rockhampton and Gracemere has been awarded.
07 December
- Another Bruce Highway upgrade completed
Safety upgrades have been completed on a 2.3-kilometre section of the Bruce Highway at Monduran, about 21 kilometres north of Gin Gin.
07 December
- Australia launches ICAO re-election bid on International Civil Aviation Day
The Australian Government has marked International Civil Aviation Day by announcing it will stand for re-election to the International Civil Aviation Organisation (ICAO) Council in 2019.
07 December
- Community Consultation on-track in Riverina
The Australian Government is continuing to encourage locals to engage in the Inland Rail’s roll-out through the establishment of a Community Consultative Committee (CCC) for the Illabo to Stockinbingal section.
04 December
- Safer Great Northern Highway a step closer
Construction is expected to start by the end of the year on the upgrade of a section of the Great Northern Highway between Muchea and Chittering, with a $28 million contract awarded to deliver the works.
03 December
- Safer bridges on the way for WA's Albany Highway
Works have started to replace two ageing bridges on the Albany Highway in Williams, Western Australia.
03 December
- Safer Laws for Safer Vehicles
The Parliament has passed laws to help consumers choose safer vehicles, Deputy Prime Minister Michael McCormack says.
28 November
- AMSA Board appointments named
The Australian Government has today announced three appointments to the Australian Maritime Safety Authority (AMSA) Board, to further boost the Authority’s skill and expertise.
27 November
23 November
- Doorstop Interview in Parkes With: Cr Alan Ward, Parkes Shire Council
Subjects: Parkes airport development; drought relief; Inland Rail
23 November