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The Federal Government has announced the second round of funding of the Regional Development Australia Fund (RDAF) for Victoria, outlining nine major projects that will share in $38.9 million throughout the state.
"The nine Victorian projects announced today share in $38.8 million of RDAF grants but also leverage other funding sources to build a strong investment partnership," Minister for Local Government Simon Crean said.
"The $38.8 million of RDAF funds will unlock a total of $168 million in partnership investment between the Federal Government, state and local governments and the private sector.”
AGL to deliver large-scale solar project
Electricity giant AGL has been selected by the Federal Government as the successful proponent in the solar photovoltaic (PV) category of the Solar Flagships Program. The company, together with manufacturer First Solar, will deliver large-scale solar PV power projects totalling 159 MW at two sites in New South Wales.
NSW announces $5 billion for roads and maritime
The New South wales Government has announced it will invest $5 billion to build and maintain critical road and maritime infrastructures across the state.
NSW announces new state body to drive growth
The New South Wales Government has announced the creation Urbangrowth NSW, a new organisation responsible for driving investment in key locations in the state and help ‘underpin the future prosperity of urban and regional centres.’
NSW to refinance major infrastructure works
The New South Wales Government has announced plans to refinance State-owned assets, including Port Kembla, in a bid to fund and expedite priority infrastructure projects.
NSW awash with Federal Murray funding
The Federal Government has announced $469 million in funding to support four major new infrastructure projects in New South Wales.
Queensland greenlights Grosvenor mine
The Queensland Government has approved the construction of the $1.7 billion Grosvenor Coal Mine after the state granted Anglo American the requisite mining lease.
SA releases natural resources blueprint
The South Australian Government has released a new blueprint for managing the state's natural resources.
Burke to determine Alpha's future
The Federal Minister for the Environment, Tony Burke, and the Queensland Deputy Premier, Jeff Seeney, have met for the first time tor resolve their differences over the disputed environmental approval process of the multi-billion dollar Alpha Coal mine.
NSW releases Destination 2036 Action Plan
The New South Wales Government has announced the release of its Destination 2036 Action Plan, which ‘sets out a new direction for local government in NSW’ and details how councils will deliver services to their communities in the future.
RDAF spend outlined for NSW
The Federal Government has announced a $66.6 million spending package for New South Wales under the second round of the Regional Development Australia Fund (RDAF).
RDAF spend outlined for Queensland
The Federal Government has announced Queensland will receive $33.6 million to fund eight projects as part of Round 2 of the Regional Development Australia Fund.
SA seeks input for automotive industry
The South Australian Government has announced it is seeking feedback on a cross-government initiative aimed at ensuring the long-term success of the country’s automotive industry.
Tasmania to form single TAFE body
The Tasmanian Government has announced the state will now have a single new public Vocational Education and Training provider, to be called TasTAFE.
Victoria to roll out new coastal planning strategy
The Victorian Government has announced it will roll out a ‘commonsense’ coastal planning framework after it released the Coastal Climate Change Advisory Committee Report.
Committee announced to oversee Pilbara infrastructure development
The Western Australian Government has announced the appointment of a steering committee to oversee the development of the proposed Pilbara Maritime CUF (PMCUF) in the state’s North-West region.
Inquiry into NSW dams
The NSW Legislative Council’s State Development Committee has received terms of reference for an inquiry into the adequacy of water storages in NSW.
Roper Bar awarded significant status
The Northern Territory Government has announced that the Western Desert Resources’ $180 millionRoper Bar Iron Ore project has been awarded major project status.
Federal Government announces aged $57.5 million for aged care
The Federal Government has announced $57.5 million in funding for aged care to be split between Victoria and New South Wales.
NSW awards Inner West Light Rail Extension contract
The New South Wales Government has announced it has awarded the contract for the design and construction of Sydney’s Inner West Light Rail Extension to John Holland. The company will be responsible for the detailed design and construction of the main infrastructure elements of the light rail project.