- 30
JUN
2011
North West to Benefit from Federal Infrastructure DollarsThe Gillard Labor Government has thrown its support behind two infrastructure projects with the potential to make Cloncurry an even better place to live and raise a family, underscoring our pledge to make sure every local community shares in our nations prosperity.
- 29
JUN
2011
Major Upgrades to Revamp Northern Suburbs Rail TravelMajor upgrades to four key Adelaide northern suburbs railway stations worth almost $40m will give train commuters new, sleek facilities and a safer ride to work or home.
- 29
JUN
2011
Construction Starts On New Laura River BridgeConstruction will start next month on a new $11.8 million bridge over the Laura River in Far North Queensland, Federal Infrastructure and Transport Minister Anthony Albanese and Queensland Main Roads Minister Craig Wallace announced today.
- 27
JUN
2011
A Tasmanian Holiday Made Easier and More AffordableThe Gillard Labor Government will increase the financial assistance available to mainland Australians wanting to take their car and caravan to Tasmania, King Island, Flinders Island or any of the islands which make up the Furneaux Group to visit family or to take a holiday.
- 25
JUN
2011
Works Commence on Great Eastern Highway UpgradeWork has started on the $350 million upgrade of Great Eastern Highway between Kooyong Road and Tonkin Highway, heralding the start of major works to increase capacity, safety and efficiency on one of Perth's principal transport routes.
- 23
JUN
2011
Anchors Away - National Maritime Reform Sets SailsAll those interested in the future of Australia's maritime industry now have the chance to have a say on the final shape of the regulatory regime which will replace 50 different pieces of state and territory based legislation with one set of modern, nation-wide laws.
- 22
JUN
2011
New Lanes Open In Peak Across West Gate BridgeMelbourne drivers can look forward to quicker, safer and less frustrating travel following today's commissioning of extra traffic lanes on the West Gate Bridge.
- 22
JUN
2011
Ground Surveys Mark Start of Upgrade WorkThe upgrade of the Pacific Highway between Oxley Highway to Kempsey is pushing ahead with survey and geotechnical investigations now underway.
- 21
JUN
2011
New Infrastructure Finance Working GroupI was pleased to announce the members of Infrastructure Australia's new Infrastructure Finance Working Group.
- 21
JUN
2011
Bruce Highway: More Safety Work Kicks OffThis week work on a number of important safety upgrades along the Bruce Highway between St Arnauds Creek and Bajool gets underway - underscoring the Gillard and Bligh Labor governments' shared commitment to building a better, safer road.
- 21
JUN
2011
Townsville Airport Master Plan ApprovedI have today approved Townsville Airport's Master Plan which sets out its strategic direction for the next 20 years.
- 16
JUN
2011
Cooroy to Curra Upgrade Enters Home StraightAbigroup Contractors Pty Ltd will deliver the fourth and final major contract associated with the upgrade of the Bruce Highway between Sankeys and Traveston Roads, with construction work expected to begin as soon as this week.
- 13
JUN
2011
North Coast Rail Upgrade Progressing on ScheduleThe multi-million project initiated just three months to eliminate sharp bends on the Interstate Rail Network between Newcastle and the Queensland border is progressing well following the completion of work on the first of many sections of track identified as needing to be replaced.
- 11
JUN
2011
Virgin Australia and Delta Air Lines Joint Venture WelcomedThe Gillard Labor Government welcomes the United States Department of Transportation approval of the joint venture between Virgin Australia and the world's largest airline, Delta Air Lines.
- 11
JUN
2011
New Pollution Standards for VehiclesThe Gillard Labor Government will impose strict new emissions standards on all new cars, 4WDs and Utes sold in Australia, action which will lead to cleaner skies and reduce the nation's public health bill by more than $1.5 billion over the two decades.
- 10
JUN
2011
Upgrade Of The Southern Approach To Sarina BeginsWork to upgrade and straighten the Bruce Highway heading south out of Sarina has commenced, yet another example of the Gillard and Bligh Labor governments working together to improve this vital road.
- 08
JUN
2011
Regional Rail Link Community Reference GroupMinister for Public Transport Terry Mulder today announced the names of the independent chair and community members of the Regional Rail Link Community Reference Group (CRG).
- 08
JUN
2011
Contract Awarded for Kwinana Freeway WideningThe construction company which will widen Kwinana Freeway between Leach and Roe Highways from two to three lanes each way has been selected, clearing the way for major construction activities to begin in July.
- 07
JUN
2011
Safer Highway Link for the North of TasmaniaMotorists using Illawarra Main Road in northern Tasmania are enjoying the benefits of a recent safety boost, being delivered as part of a $6.2 million upgrade.
- 07
JUN
2011
Major East Tamar Highway Upgrade CompleteA major milestone in the modernisation of Tasmania's roads has been reached with the completion of the $82 million East Tamar Highway upgrade between Launceston and Bell Bay.
- 07
JUN
2011
Pacific Motorway Upgrade Rolls Onto RobinaThe vision of a better, safer and less congested Pacific Motorway is beginning to take shape with construction work starting this week on the Robina Interchange (Exit 82) upgrade.
- 06
JUN
2011
Strengthening Australia's Aviation PartnershipsToday I presented Australia's international aviation credentials to 600 aviation leaders at the International Air Transport Association (IATA) 67th Annual General Meeting in Singapore.
- 03
JUN
2011
Safety Improved at Cross Road IntersectionThis week work begun on installing additional traffic lights and extending three existing turning lanes at the intersection between Cross, Unley and Belair Roads in Kingswood, the scene of more than 30 crashes in recent years.
- 03
JUN
2011
Government Welcomes Disability Transport Review FindingsThe Australian Government has welcomed the findings of the first five year statutory review of the Disability Standards for Accessible Public Transport 2002 (Transport Standards).
- 03
JUN
2011
Hobart and Launceston Get '24 Hour' Air Traffic ControlFrom today passenger aircraft flying into and out of Tasmania's two main airports - Hobart and Launceston - will be under the control of an air traffic controller 24 hours a day, 365 days a year and not just when the towers at these airports are open.
- 01
JUN
2011
Major Project Facilitation Status: Aurora Algae ProjectIn recognition of its potential to assist Australia to take advantage of the global economic recovery as well as the commercial opportunities flowing from international efforts to cut carbon pollution, I've granted Major Project Facilitation (MPF) status to Aurora Algae Pty Ltd's cutting edge waste conversion project.
- 01
JUN
2011
Australia's Domestic Aviation Industry Grows StronglyLast year Australia's domestic airports were the busiest they had ever been, with almost 600,000 flights carrying a record 53.97 million passengers criss-crossing the skies over our vast island continent.
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