Media Releases

Canberra Airport's Master Plan Approved

Today I have approved Canberra Airport's 2009 Master Plan.

Construction Starts on the $4.3 Billion Regional Rail Link

The $4.3 billion Regional Rail Link project has marked a major milestone with the beginning of construction to commission platforms 15 and 16 at Melbourne's Southern Cross Station.

Heavy Vehicle Inspection Site Opens on Pacific Highway at Glenugie

Federal Infrastructure, Transport and Regional Development Minister Anthony Albanese and NSW Roads Minister Michael Daley today announced that a new Heavy Vehicle Inspection Site has opened on the Pacific Highway at Glenugie.

Glenugie Upgrade Construction Partners Announced

Federal Infrastructure, Transport and Regional Development Minister Anthony Albanese and NSW Roads Minister Michael Daley today announced the construction partners chosen to build the seven-kilometre upgrade of the Pacific Highway at Glenugie.

Port Macquarie $700,000 Coastal Walk: Up and Running

Anthony Albanese, Minister for Infrastructure, Regional Development and Local Government today officially marked the completion of the $700,000 Port Macquarie Coast Walk at the Tacking Point Lighthouse Stairs.

Construction of Kempsey Bypass a Step Closer

Federal Infrastructure, Transport and Regional Development Minister Anthony Albanese and NSW Roads Minister Michael Daley today announced that the Kempsey Bypass was a step closer with alliance partners now being assessed for the construction project.

100 Year Old Valla Hall Gets New Lease on Life

Anthony Albanese, Minister for Infrastructure, Transport, Regional Development and Local Government was in Valla today to officially open the refurbished Valla Public Hall, ahead of its 100th birthday.

Brelsford Park Project Underway

Anthony Albanese, Minister for Infrastructure, Regional Development and Local Government, was in Coffs Harbour today for the official commencement of the multi-million dollar Brelsford Park project - the Adventure Playground.

Finding Nemo at the National Marine Science Centre

Anthony Albanese, Minister for Infrastructure and Regional Development today officially opened the upgraded aquaculture facilities at the National Marine Science Centre in Coffs Harbour.

New Stretch of Pacific Highway Opens to Traffic

Federal Infrastructure and Transport Minister Anthony Albanese and NSW Roads Minister Michael Daley today announced a 13 kilometre section of new dual carriageway was opening on the Pacific Highway between Karuah and Bulahdelah today.

$73 Million Mildura Rail Freight Line Upgrade Complete

A major $73 million Rudd and Brumby Government project to upgrade the Mildura rail freight corridor to increase train speeds and drive economic growth in regional communities is complete.

Another $40 Million to Improve Truck Road Safety in Australia

The Rudd Labor Government is calling for funding submissions to improve road safety for trucks and heavy vehicles under the second and final round, worth $40 million, of the Heavy Vehicle Safety and Productivity Program.

Work Begins On New Outdoor Stage For Glebe Park

Construction work has commenced on a purpose-built performance stage in Glebe Park as well as shading for the children's play area, Federal Minister for Infrastructure and Local Government Anthony Albanese and ACT Chief Minister Jon Stanhope said today.

$300,000 For Road Black Spot To Be Fixed In Palmerston

The Rudd Labor Government will invest $300,000 to install a dedicated left turn lane on Chung Wah Terrace in Palmerston, the Minister for Infrastructure and Transport, Anthony Albanese and the Member for Solomon, Damian Hale, announced today.

Economic Stimulus: Installation of Boom Gates Starts in SA

The installation of boom gates and other safety measures at priority level rail crossings in South Australia has begun with funding coming from the Rudd Labor Government's Economic Stimulus Plan.

Economic Stimulus: Installation of Boom Gates at Rail Crossings Starts in NSW

The installation of boom gates and other safety measures at priority level rail crossings in NSW is moving ahead with funding coming from the Rudd Labor Government's Economic Stimulus Plan.

$179 Million Coolac Bypass Officially Opens

Federal Infrastructure, Transport and Regional Development Minister Anthony Albanese and NSW Roads Minister Michael Daley today declared the Coolac Bypass on the Hume Highway open.

$310 Million Banora Point Upgrade Moves Ahead

Today, Federal Infrastructure, Transport and Regional Development Minister Anthony Albanese and NSW Roads Minister Michael Daley announced the selection of the alliance team to build the $310 million Pacific Highway upgrade at Banora Point.

Economic Stimulus: $28 Million Hunter Track Upgrade Complete

The $28 million duplication of the rail line between St Helier and Muswellbrook is now complete.

Seaford Rail Extension Moves Forward - Planning Contracts Awarded

Federal Infrastructure and Transport Minister, Anthony Albanese, and South Australian Transport and Infrastructure Minister, Patrick Conlon, today announced that two major contracts have been awarded for pre-construction work on the Seaford Rail Extension.

Progress Made on Pacific Highway Duplication at Glenugie

Federal Infrastructure, Transport and Regional Development Minister Anthony Albanese and NSW Roads Minister Michael Daley announced the environmental assessment for the $60 million duplication of the Pacific Highway at Glenugie will go on display today.

Bridgewater Bridge Upgrade One Step Closer

The $14 million upgrade of the historic Bridgewater Bridge is one step closer today, with McConnell Dowell Constructors (Australia) awarded the contract to undertake the construction.

Work Begins on $1.8 Million Woden Youth Plaza

Construction work has commenced for the $1.8 million state-of-the-art youth plaza in the Woden Valley, which is expected to employ 58 construction workers.

Hume Highway and Olympic Highway Interchange Opens to Traffic

Federal Infrastructure, Transport and Regional Development Minister Anthony Albanese and NSW Roads Minister Michael Daley today announced another milestone on the Hume Highway, with the opening of the Olympic Highway interchange.

Agreement Reached over Pacific Adventurer Oil Spill

The Australian and Queensland Governments have struck an agreement with Swire Shipping over financial issues relating to the oil spill from the Pacific Adventurer off the Queensland coast earlier this year.

Call for Tenders Brings Sapphire to Woolgoolga Upgrade a step closer

Federal Infrastructure and Transport Minister Anthony Albanese and NSW Roads Minister Michael Daley today announced tenders had been invited for the upgrade of the Pacific Highway from Sapphire to Woolgoolga, with work to start next year.

Watpac to build new AFL Stadium at Carrara - 350 jobs on offer

Queensland Premier Anna Bligh and Federal Minister for Infrastructure, Anthony Albanese, today announced that Watpac has been appointed as the successful Managing Contractor of the Gold Coast's new multi-million dollar AFL Stadium at Carrara.

Bruce Highway Safety Works Start on Sunshine Coast

The 14,500 motorists that use the northbound lanes of the Bruce Highway between Maroochydore and Andreasens roads on the Sunshine Coast everyday will soon enjoy safer and smoother driving conditions.

Bendigo Hosts National Regional Development Meeting

Today, Bendigo will host the sixth meeting of the national Regional Development Council (RDC) of federal and state ministers.

Rudd Labor Government's Economic Stimulus At Work In Bendigo

Anthony Albanese, Minister for Infrastructure, Regional Development and Local Government, was at Kennington Recreation Reserve today to inspect construction upgrades funded by the Rudd Government's $1.9 million investment in Bendigo community infrastructure.

Goulburn River High Country Rail Trail to Help Revitalise Bushfire-Affected Communities

Anthony Albanese, Minister for Infrastructure, Regional Development and Local Government, was in Tallarook today to inspect plans for the $14.2 million Goulburn River High Country Rail Trail.

Economic Stimulus: Albury To Seymour Resleepering Completed

The unprecedented modernisation of the nation's rail network has today reached another major milestone, with work on the upgrade of a key section of the main line between Sydney and Melbourne now complete.

Economic Stimulus: Installation of Boom Gates Starts in NSW

The installation of boom gates and other safety measures at priority level rail crossings in NSW has begun with funding coming from the Rudd Labor Government's Economic Stimulus Plan.

Economic Stimulus: Parkes to Cootamundra Rail Upgrade Gets Underway

The unprecedented modernisation of the interstate rail network continues unabated with the significant upgrade of the 201 kilometre Cootamundra to Parkes section starting this week.