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February 15, 2023 | Metros

NSW developing business cases for four new metro lines

The plans plug gaps in the west of Sydney’s growing network.

December 19, 2022 | Infrastructure

Australian major projects face delays and cost overruns

Labour shortages and rising materials costs may force postponement.

December 16, 2022 | Financial

Aurizon announces $A 425m East Coast Rail sale

Competition commission approval still required for purchase by Magnetic Rail Group.

November 15, 2022 | Infrastructure

Australia’s East-West corridor disrupted again

Heavy flooding has washed away the railway in New South Wales.

November 7, 2022 | Rolling stock

First driverless trains for Sydney City and Southwest Line enter service

Part of order for 23 Alstom EMUs, they will boost capacity on North West Line.

September 6, 2022 | Metros

Final tunnel section for Sydney Metro West approved

The 3.5km twin tunnels will run from The Bays to Sydney city centre.

July 14, 2022 | Light Rail

Repairs continue on CAF Sydney LRVs

Manufacturer hopes to complete repairs within two months.

June 23, 2022 | Metros

Sydney Metro City and Southwest project exceeds budget by $US 3.5bn

The project was originally due to cost between $A 11.5bn and $A 12.5bn.

June 20, 2022 | Technology

New South Wales to invest $US 396.6m to upgrade Opal smartcard system

The upgrade will allow a MaaS trial involving 10,000 passengers to take place.

June 15, 2022 | Australia/NZ

NSW matches federal funding for Sydney - Newcastle line upgrade

The $A 500m pledge from the state government is contingent on the federal government keeping its election promise to support the fast rail project.

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