Dept of Infrastructure, Transport, Regional Development and Communications
Regional Airports In Victoria Set To Soar
The Albanese Labor Government is building Australia’s future, investing almost $4.5 million to upgrade nine regional airports across Victoria.
Airports are vital for regional communities, providing critical access to emergency healthcare, as well as commerce, industry, tourism and education.
Funded under Round 4 of the Regional Airports Program, these essential upgrades will include runway resurfacing and sealing, line marking and drainage – which will improve safety and enhance accessibility at these regional airports.
City of Ballarat will receive $1.1 million to repurpose an old terminal building at Ballarat Airport into a new, fit for purpose space for emergency responders as well as medical patients awaiting transfer.
A dedicated aircraft parking area for aeromedical aircraft will also be provided allowing direct access to the facility.
Other works to be funded under Round 4 in Victoria include:
$1.9 million for the Mildura Airport to rejuvenate and repair the main runway and related pavement areas ensuring the safety of aircraft, operations and passengers, maintaining connectivity for the region.
$210,000 for upgrades to the Maryborough Aerodrome which will support the continued safe use, communication and access at the airport for emergency services, including aeromedical and fire services as well as general aviation use.
$138,463 for the reseal of the Yarrawonga Runway to allow for the continued use of the aerodrome for delivery of essential goods and services, aeromedical flights, and general and recreational aviation.
$185,955 to upgrade the main apron at Warrnambool Airport which will allow for two further aircraft to park and improve aircraft manoeuvring and parking.
Today’s announcement builds on the nearly $100 million that has already been delivered to support 194 projects under the first three rounds of the program.
https://minister.infrastructure.gov.au/c-king/media-release/regional-airports-victoria-set-soar