The new Australian prime minister mustn't squander the chance when he meets Joe Biden on Tuesday to ask for something in return for Australia's commitment to U.S. security policy in the Pacific, reports Joe Lauria.
By Joe Lauria
in London
Special to Consortium News
Anthony Albanese, th
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IPSWICH Mayor Teresa Harding will not be deterred in her attempts to secure federal funding for the cityâs key projects despite an apparent snub under the 2021-22 budget.
While admitting she was âdisappointedâ following Tuesdayâs result, Cr Harding instead vowed to continue campaigning for investments into local infrastructure.
Key projects including vital upgrades to the Cunningham Hwy between Yamanto and Ebenezer Creek, a proposed Springfield-Ipswich rail line and upgrades to the North Ipswich Reserve failed to gain a mention in the $1.6 billion spend.
A total of only $4 million was allocated to the Warrego Hwy and Mt Crosby Rd interchange upgrades.
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â(I hoped to see) some substantial infrastructure investment, for a start.
âThere is a range of roads that could be dealt with here where there are challenges, like the Mount Crosby interchange.â
The Warrego Highway-Mount Crosby Rd interchange project received a $4 million allocation â 80 per cent of the upgradeâs expected cost.
The interchange ramps and roundabouts once accommodated traffic but have failed to keep up with growing Karalee and Chuwar populations.
Mr Albanese said the budget failed to provide a plan for Australia
âIt was a showbag budget that didnât present a plan for the country â we need to build back stronger,â he said.