Funding Programs
Listed below are the programs which are funded under the Nation Building Program. Additional funding assistance is also offered for local roads.
These target high priority projects which will deliver national benefits. This section also includes information on Off-Network projects.
The Australian Government's Nation Building Program also provides funds to State, Territory and local governments for road, rail and intermodal projects not situated on the National Network.
A program to address the problem of local roads reaching the end of their economic life, and their replacement being beyond the capacity of local government.
A program which aims to improve the physical condition or management of hazardous locations with a history of crashes involving death or serious injury.
Information on funding available for local roads under the Nation Building Program and the Financial Assistance Grants.
Provides funding for land transport research, intelligent transport initiatives and corridor studies.
Heavy Vehicle Safety and Productivity Program
A $70 million program to deliver improved safety and productivity outcomes for the heavy vehicle industry.
Boom Gates for Rail Crossings Program
A $150 million program to fund the installation of boom gates and other active rail crossing control mechanisms at high risk level crossings throughout Australia.
The Liveable Cities Program has been established by the Australian Government to improve the quality of life in our cities.
National Smart Managed Motorways Program
The objective of the Program is to deliver more efficient motorways through the application of smart infrastructure technologies to improve real-time management of major motorways.