Residents of Christmas Island, Douglas Daly, Alyangula, Middle Point, Angurugu, Acacia Hills, Milyakburra Island and Edith River in the Northern Territory will be better connected following successful applications to improve mobile coverage under Round 2 of the Regional Connectivity Program. Minister for Regional Communications, Bridget McKenzie, said the projects form part of the Coalition Government’s…
Residents of Gingin and Breera in Western Australia will soon be better connected following a successful application for funding under Round 2 of the Regional Connectivity Program. Minister for Regional Communications, Senator the Hon Bridget McKenzie, said the Gingin and Breera project forms part of the Liberal and Nationals Government’s continuing roll-out of the $257…
The Morrison-Joyce Government is continuing to deliver better and safer roads across our regions, with new investments totalling $150 million in 33 projects under the Remote Roads Upgrade Pilot Program. This funding will ensure more unsealed and neglected roads throughout rural and remote parts of Australia get the attention they need, making them safer and…
The Liberal and Nationals Government is investing $50 million in 15 projects under round 2 of the National Flood Mitigation Infrastructure Program (NFMIP) to assist communities to better withstand future flood events. This funding is made possible through the Government’s $4 billion Emergency Response Fund (ERF), established in December 2019. Under the legislation, $50 million…
The Australian Government’s Northern Australia Infrastructure Facility (NAIF) has committed $255 million for critical infrastructure supporting the Perdaman Urea Project in Western Australia. The $4.3 billion project located 20 kilometres north-west of Karratha will convert Australian gas into approximately two million tonnes of urea per year. Minister for Agriculture and Northern Australia, David Littleproud MP…
Deputy Prime Minister – Transcript (Channel 9, Today Show) – Tuesday, 19 October 2021 The Hon Barnaby Joyce MP Deputy Prime Minister Minister for Infrastructure, Transport and Regional Development TRANSCRIPT Interview with Karl Stefanovic, Channel 9, The Today Show Tuesday, 19 October 2021 TOPICS: Net zero EO&E… KARL STEFANOVIC: Climate policy has once again driven…
The Liberal and Nationals Government is continuing to invest in a world-class support system for veterans and their families as part of our plan to secure Australia’s future, with a focus on wellbeing, suicide prevention and more funding for critical departmental services to ensure veterans can continue their meaningful contribution to our nation. Minister for…
The Morrison-McCormack Government is securing Australia’s recovery with a record investment in infrastructure as part of the 2021-22 Budget, which will support and secure jobs, drive growth and help rebuild Australia’s economy from the COVID-19 pandemic. This $110 billion, 10-year infrastructure pipeline forms part of our Economic Recovery Plan and will secure Australia’s world-leading economic…
Boosting jobs and maximising growth to secure Australia’s recovery The Morrison-McCormack Government will maximise long-term economic opportunities and job creation to secure Australia’s recovery, by expanding the nation’s resources sector and prioritising development of northern Australia. Minister for Resources, Water and Northern Australia Keith Pitt said new measures in the 2021-22 Budget will build…
Money flowing to stop future flooding The Australian Government is providing $50 million for projects across the country under the National Flood Mitigation Infrastructure Program, Minister for Emergency Management, David Littleproud, announced today. The Australian Government will fund or co-fund 22 separate projects in each state and territory to assist our communities to prepare for…