Canberra light rail to Woden could double travel time for some passengers, cost double stage one

6 years, 9 months ago

Canberra light rail to Woden could double travel time for some passengers, cost double stage one

ABC

Some Canberrans travelling between Woden and the city on the proposed new light rail route could face journey times up to twice as long than the current express bus service. But Transport Minister Meegan Fitzharris pointed out that the light rail route would capture significantly more passengers by travelling through Barton and the Parliamentary Triangle. More than double the price of stage one The second stage of Canberra's light rail project could also cost well over double the price of stage one. "A couple of key considerations of course are getting across the bridge, which is probably one of the most challenging aspects of building a city-wide light rail network," she said.

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More information on what stage 2A of Canberra's light rail network will look like as public consultation opens

2 years ago

More information on what stage 2A of Canberra's light rail network will look like as public consultation opens

ABC

The National Capital Authority has begun taking feedback on the aesthetics, accessibility and conformity to Walter Burley Griffin's 1918 plan for the next stage of light rail from Canberra's city to Commonwealth Park. Key points: New details of stage 2A of Canberra's light rail network have been released as public consultation for the project opens The proposed plans include three …

Canberra Liberals promise to dump light rail to Woden if elected in 2024

2 years, 3 months ago

Canberra Liberals promise to dump light rail to Woden if elected in 2024

ABC

The Canberra Liberals have announced stage 2B of light rail from the city centre to Woden won't go ahead if they win the 2024 ACT election. Key points: The Canberra Liberals promise to dump light rail to Woden if elected Leader Elizabeth Lee says the project will cost $3 billion and the money should instead be spent on essential services …

Canberra's light rail to become wireless through Parliamentary Triangle with joint federal and ACT government funded contract

2 years, 7 months ago

Canberra's light rail to become wireless through Parliamentary Triangle with joint federal and ACT government funded contract

ABC

Canberra's light rail network will become wireless through the Parliamentary Triangle as construction continues into the city's south, following a joint investment from the federal and ACT governments. Key points: Work to raise London Circuit as part of light rail stage 2A is expected to begin soon Five new vehicles will be added to the network, allowing the light rail …

Stage two of Canberra's light rail could be coming sooner than you thought — some of it anyway

5 years, 8 months ago

Stage two of Canberra's light rail could be coming sooner than you thought — some of it anyway

ABC

Commuters could be riding light rail to the edge of Lake Burley Griffin as soon as 2023, but the ACT Government has warned getting trams over Canberra's watery centrepiece may take much longer than that. Key points: The ACT Government will split stage two into 2A and 2B They plan for Stage 2A to begin operations in 2023 Stage 2B …

Election results could spell long delays for Canberra's light rail extension, Andrew Barr warns

5 years, 10 months ago

Election results could spell long delays for Canberra's light rail extension, Andrew Barr warns

ABC

Canberra's newly-christened light rail system could be stuck north of the lake a lot longer than expected, after the Coalition's shock federal election win upset ACT Government plans to get the project's extension to Woden fast-tracked. Key points: ACT Government was hopeful Labor would fast-track the project Stage two of light rail requires approval from Federal Parliament Promise of $200 …

Canberra light rail construction blow out leaves Gungahlin shops with lost revenue, forced closures

5 years, 11 months ago

Canberra light rail construction blow out leaves Gungahlin shops with lost revenue, forced closures

ABC

Canberra's new light rail network promised to "drive growth" and "generate vibrancy, diversity of employment and long-term sustainability". Key points: Gungahlin businesses report significant revenue loss and closures One owner says he would not have set up shop if he had known how long construction would take ACT Government says it will "look to improve" for stage two of the …

Canberra light rail: What's happening with stage two to Woden?

6 years, 9 months ago

Canberra light rail: What's happening with stage two to Woden?

ABC

You have probably heard a lot of talk about the next stage of Canberra's light rail network, headed for Woden. Stage two of light rail will join up with stage one — the Gungahlin line — at Alinga Street in the city. It is expected light rail to Woden will cross the lake via a new bridge in the middle …

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Canberra businesses to adapt or shut as London Circuit closed for light rail construction

1 month, 2 weeks ago

Canberra businesses to adapt or shut as London Circuit closed for light rail construction

ABC

For Jamahl Bakri, it's adapt his business, or face closure. Businesses will remain accessible through three years of construction Acting deputy project director Anthony Haraldson says businesses on London Circuit will remain accessible. Acting deputy project director Anthony Haraldson said construction would take about three years, with operations on the line commencing in early 2028. "We are also working with …

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24-hour timetable for Sydney trains this weekend to impact day services, with parts of light rail network to shut

4 months, 2 weeks ago

24-hour timetable for Sydney trains this weekend to impact day services, with parts of light rail network to shut

ABC

Trains in Sydney will run on an extended overnight timetable from midnight until Sunday, after the railway workers union issued an ultimatum to the state government as part of escalating industrial action. RTBU NSW Secretary Toby Warnes said the demand for overnight train services formed part of rail workers' negotiations over pay and conditions. Sydney train commuters to face possible …

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Andrew Barr has been Chief Minister for nearly 10 years — and he wants Canberra to give him four more

5 months, 2 weeks ago

Andrew Barr has been Chief Minister for nearly 10 years — and he wants Canberra to give him four more

ABC

When Andrew Barr became chief minister of the ACT, Tony Abbott was prime minister and Donald Trump had yet to take the history-making escalator ride to announce his run for US President. Light rail a campaign sticking point Andrew Barr says the contract for light rail stage 2B will not be signed before the next election. Andrew Barr says he …

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ACT and NSW governments commit to improving Canberra-Sydney train line, but high speed rail won't be the focus

5 months, 3 weeks ago

ACT and NSW governments commit to improving Canberra-Sydney train line, but high speed rail won't be the focus

ABC

ACT Labor has announced plans to work with the New South Wales government to reduce the travel time on the rail line between Canberra and Sydney. Despite the challenges, ACT Chief Minister Andrew Barr said it was "one of the busiest intercity, interstate services in Australia 280,000 passengers". The previous Coalition government in New South Wales identified a "very fast …

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Parramatta light rail opening delayed until later in the year after testing reveals issues

7 months ago

Parramatta light rail opening delayed until later in the year after testing reveals issues

ABC

The long-awaited opening of the Parramatta light rail has been delayed until later this year after a number of issues were discovered during testing of the system. In a statement, Transport Minister Jo Haylen said there were "kinks in the system" which needed to be "ironed out" before the light rail could start taking passengers. Stage One of the $2.9 …

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Canberra Liberals' proposed public transport plan would see a busway replace light rail with locally built electric buses

11 months, 3 weeks ago

Canberra Liberals' proposed public transport plan would see a busway replace light rail with locally built electric buses

ABC

In short: The Canberra Liberals propose dedicated bus lanes between the City and Woden instead of light rail, more rapid and school bus routes, and hundreds of locally built electric buses in their public transport policy. The Canberra Liberals propose dedicated bus lanes between the City and Woden instead of light rail, more rapid and school bus routes, and hundreds …

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The first passenger won't board the next stage of Canberra's light rail until 2028. One expert says that train is running late

1 year, 3 months ago

The first passenger won't board the next stage of Canberra's light rail until 2028. One expert says that train is running late

ABC

The ACT government has this week put a date on when passengers will be able to ride the next stage of Canberra's light rail, from the city to the lake — that date is half a decade away. Key points: Stage 2A is a 1.7-kilometre extension of light rail from Alinga Street to Commonwealth Park Passengers are expected on board …

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Melbourne's Airport Rail Link delivery date still unclear as 'frustrating' negotiations continue

1 year, 4 months ago

Melbourne's Airport Rail Link delivery date still unclear as 'frustrating' negotiations continue

ABC

Quick read: In short: The federal government reaffirmed its $5 billion funding commitment for Melbourne's long-awaited Airport Rail Link but the project's completion date remains unclear. The federal government reaffirmed its $5 billion funding commitment for Melbourne's long-awaited Airport Rail Link but the project's completion date remains unclear. Victorian Premier Jacinta Allan says a delivery date for Melbourne's Airport Rail …

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Sydney to Wollongong fast train hinted at in new transport plan

2 years, 6 months ago

Sydney to Wollongong fast train hinted at in new transport plan

ABC

A new proposed fast rail map released by the NSW government has raised hopes of an inland rail route from Wollongong to Sydney via Campbelltown. Key points: The map was released as part of a Future Transport Strategy showing new 'transport hubs' but lacks specific detail A fast rail line would cut train travel time from Wollongong to Sydney in …

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Woden town centre is changing rapidly as high-rise buildings pop up to accommodate a growing population

2 years, 6 months ago

Woden town centre is changing rapidly as high-rise buildings pop up to accommodate a growing population

ABC

Once home to ageing office blocks, an inward-facing shopping centre and sun-baked open-air car parks, Woden town centre is undergoing a personality change. Key points: Woden's population has almost doubled in five years and it's not stopping yet Many new large apartment buildings are planned for the town centre, to accommodate thousands of new residents But some say new builds …

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Traffic congestion Canberra 'hasn't seen in its history': Up to four years of disruptions expected for next stage of light rail

3 years, 8 months ago

Traffic congestion Canberra 'hasn't seen in its history': Up to four years of disruptions expected for next stage of light rail

ABC

In a few weeks, preliminary works for stage 2A of Canberra's light rail project will begin and commuters are being warned they can expect four years of major roadworks as the tracks head towards Woden. Key points: Transport Minister Chris Steel is asking Canberrans to change their routes and routines to ease congestion The government will have a "disruption task …

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Coronavirus sees Canberra commuters desert light rail after its first year of operation

4 years, 11 months ago

Coronavirus sees Canberra commuters desert light rail after its first year of operation

ABC

This week marks one year since Canberra's controversial light rail opened, but there won't be any celebrations. Key points: Canberra's light rail network opened on this day one year ago More than four million trips have been taken on it since then COVID-19 restrictions mean commuter usage has plummeted Coronavirus restrictions have drastically changed patronage on the network, with an …

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Final stage of Sydney light rail opened remotely by minister as travel restrictions limit use

4 years, 11 months ago

Final stage of Sydney light rail opened remotely by minister as travel restrictions limit use

ABC

The final stage of Sydney's long-awaited, $2.96 billion light rail line was opened this morning with no ceremony, due to coronavirus social-distancing laws. Key points: The new segment of the light rail quietly opened this week but its use is restricted That's because Sydney's coronavirus shutdown limits non-essential movement The project was plagued by budget blowouts and construction delays Passengers …

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Sydney light rail open to public on December 14, NSW Government announces

5 years, 3 months ago

Sydney light rail open to public on December 14, NSW Government announces

ABC

After months of delays and a $1.3 billion budget blowout, Sydney's light rail will finally be open to the public on December 14. Key points: The service will run from 5:00am to 1:00am every day of the week after the opening weekend The bill for the project has hit $2.9 billion — almost double the original cost predicted in 2012 …

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Canberra light rail's business plan for Stage 2A approved by ACT Government, London Circuit to be raised

5 years, 6 months ago

Canberra light rail's business plan for Stage 2A approved by ACT Government, London Circuit to be raised

ABC

The second stage of the ACT's light rail project will see a centrepiece of Canberra's city transformed, with the southern end of London Circuit raised as part of works to allow the tram line to connect to Commonwealth Avenue. Key points: ACT Government approves business plan for light rail stage 2A Plans include raising London Circuit to meet Commonwealth Avenue …

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Canberra's new bus and light rail system increased passenger numbers — or did it?

5 years, 10 months ago

Canberra's new bus and light rail system increased passenger numbers — or did it?

ABC

Just days after the launch of Canberra's new public transport network, a stoush has emerged over passenger numbers, with the opposition accusing the ACT Government of "fabricating" ridership figures and ignoring issues created by the new system. Key points: New network launched on Monday to mixed reviews from commuters Opposition claims ridership data was "fabricated" and misleading Government says passenger …

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Canberra light rail finally opens its doors to the public

5 years, 11 months ago

Canberra light rail finally opens its doors to the public

ABC

It has been more than a decade in the making and despite time blowouts, a host of near-misses, one collision and the final green light at the 11th hour, Canberra's light rail has finally taken its first passengers. Key points: Thousands of people expected on first day of service Launch comes 16 years after light rail first discussed Project costed …

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Canberra's light rail is ready to roll, but it's been decades in the making

5 years, 11 months ago

Canberra's light rail is ready to roll, but it's been decades in the making

ABC

It might seem like talk of light rail in the nation's capital has been going on forever — and that's because it has. While the first trams — or light rail vehicles, if you're feeling fancy — will be rolling down Northbourne Avenue from tomorrow, talk of a light rail system in Canberra can be traced back to the city's …

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Scott Morrison pledges $2 billion for Melbourne-Geelong fast train plan

6 years ago

Scott Morrison pledges $2 billion for Melbourne-Geelong fast train plan

ABC

The Federal Government is promising to invest $2 billion for a fast train service between Melbourne and Geelong if the Victorian Government matches that investment. Key points: Construction could begin as soon as late 2020, the Federal Government says The Victorian Government would need to match the Commonwealth's $2 billion contribution Victoria's Transport Infrastructure Minister calls the plan a "thought …

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High-speed train could cut Melbourne-Sydney journey time to under three hours

6 years, 1 month ago

High-speed train could cut Melbourne-Sydney journey time to under three hours

The Independent

Sign up to Simon Calder’s free travel email for expert advice and money-saving discounts Get Simon Calder’s Travel email Get Simon Calder’s Travel email SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. “In my view, we should bite the bullet and go for a high speed rail connection not just through to …

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Canberra driver executes perfect but illegal hook turn ahead of light rail network start date

6 years, 1 month ago

Canberra driver executes perfect but illegal hook turn ahead of light rail network start date

ABC

Canberra drivers will have another moving part to navigate on the territory's roads when the light rail network begins later this year. Key points: Footage shows a driver attempting an illegal hook turn at an intersection where more lights were added to make way for light rail The ACT Government said hook turns won't be introduced because because the light …

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Light rail start date unknown as Transport Canberra reveals April not guaranteed

6 years, 2 months ago

Light rail start date unknown as Transport Canberra reveals April not guaranteed

ABC

The ACT Government has admitted that re-laying light rail tracks in Canberra's north played a part in blowing out the completion date for stage one of the project. Key points: Tracks on Flemington Road had to be re-laid Head of Transport Canberra says he "wouldn't put the house" on an April start date Some trees, used to line the route, …

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NSW Government was warned Sydney light rail would be poor value and overcrowded

6 years, 6 months ago

NSW Government was warned Sydney light rail would be poor value and overcrowded

ABC

Australia's peak infrastructure body rejected a $500 million funding request for the Sydney light rail, saying the project would increase congestion and did not stack up economically. The NSW Government asked IA — which independently assesses the national infrastructure projects — to help fund the light rail, which has since been plagued by problems and delays. "Congestion within Sydney's CBD …

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Bosses say Sydney light rail finish line is in sight despite massive 12 month delay

6 years, 8 months ago

Bosses say Sydney light rail finish line is in sight despite massive 12 month delay

Daily Mail

The highly delayed $2billion light rail project set to transform Sydney's transport system could be approaching completion. With nearly 21,000 metres of track installed on routes from the CBD out to Kingsford and Randwick, it seems the lines may well be finished by their projected March 2020 end date. The $2billion light rail project set to transform Sydney's transport system …

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Brave new world of driverless vehicles sees light rail advocates changing track

6 years, 8 months ago

Brave new world of driverless vehicles sees light rail advocates changing track

ABC

The world is poised to turn a corner with the advent of driverless vehicles and transport analysts are jumping on board. Light rail project a century in the making The ACT Government has anticipated the first stage of Canberra's light rail service would be running by the end of the year. Back in 1912 Canberra's designer Walter Burley Griffin included …

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Canberra light rail misses milestone targets by months, but ACT Government confident of 2018 finish

6 years, 9 months ago

Canberra light rail misses milestone targets by months, but ACT Government confident of 2018 finish

ABC

The consortium building Canberra's billion-dollar light-rail project has failed to meet all but one of its delivery targets this year. Despite the delays, Transport Minister Meegan Fitzharris said the project was still on track to begin operation this year, and that the revised target dates had no implication on the contract between the ACT Government and Canberra Metro. "However, the …

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Canberra's ACTION buses failing on-time target almost every week since 2016

7 years ago

Canberra's ACTION buses failing on-time target almost every week since 2016

ABC

Canberra's bus passengers have suffered through almost two years of an underperforming network, with punctuality targets met just twice out of 90 weeks since mid-2016. But the network has only met that lower target on two occasions, in the weeks around Christmas and New Year — when far fewer people caught buses. Extensive roadwork blamed for underperformance Transport and City …

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Federal politicians could derail stage two of Canberra's light rail

7 years, 1 month ago

Federal politicians could derail stage two of Canberra's light rail

ABC

The biggest obstacle to the next stage of Canberra's light rail network might not be the local Liberal Opposition or even voters — it could be the Federal Parliament. That is because of the special status of the capital's Parliamentary Zone, which is managed by the federal National Capital Authority rather than the ACT Government. Need for federal approval in …

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Canberra to Sydney train could take less than three hours under push from ACT Chief Minister

7 years, 10 months ago

Canberra to Sydney train could take less than three hours under push from ACT Chief Minister

ABC

Passengers could catch a train between Sydney and Canberra on the existing tracks in under three hours if the ACT Chief Minister has his way. Today, ACT Chief Minister Andrew Barr caught the existing train to Sydney in an attempt to convince the New South Wales Government to prepare a joint submission for Federal Government funding, to upgrade the trains …

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ACT election to determine fate of light rail as Canberra heads to the polls

8 years, 5 months ago

ACT election to determine fate of light rail as Canberra heads to the polls

ABC

The fate of Canberra's controversial light rail project is set to be decided as the ACT headed to the polls to elect a territory government for the next four years. About one-third of the ACT's registered voters already turned out to vote in pre-polling and through the post — a 35 per cent increase on last election. With so many …

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Claydon wants high speed rail back on government agenda

9 years, 2 months ago

Claydon wants high speed rail back on government agenda

ABC

Federal Newcastle MP Sharon Claydon says she will be continuing to push for a high speed rail network along the east coast of Australia when parliament resumes in February. High speed rail will be one topic discussed when Labor's 'Cities Taskforce' visits Newcastle on Wednesday. Ms Claydon said the government must plan for high speed rail in the future. Ms …

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Govt told to plan now for light rail expansion

9 years, 3 months ago

Govt told to plan now for light rail expansion

ABC

The New South Wales Government has been urged to start planning now for the expansion of light rail west of the Wickham interchange, to avoid costly engineering changes down the track. President Michael van Koeverden said, although light rail will initially run just over one kilometre into the CBD, engineering plans need to be made now for a much larger …

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WA pushes for $1.5b GST and rail funding package from Turnbull Government

9 years, 5 months ago

WA pushes for $1.5b GST and rail funding package from Turnbull Government

ABC

Western Australia will seek $1.5 billion in additional Commonwealth funding to help offset lost GST revenue and help pay for its major rail projects. Premier Colin Barnett expected to receive at least that much again this financial year, as well as half-a-billion dollars each for the Forrestfield-Airport Link and the State Government's stalled Max Light Rail project. "There's a precedent …

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Inland Rail report finds freight train between Brisbane and Melbourne would cost $10b and boost economy

9 years, 6 months ago

Inland Rail report finds freight train between Brisbane and Melbourne would cost $10b and boost economy

ABC

A long-mooted freight train line connecting Brisbane and Melbourne would cost about $10 billion to build but would be good for the Australian economy, according to a new report. The report was written by former deputy prime minister John Anderson and warns if construction does not start soon, eastern Australia will become far more reliant on "heavy" multi-carriage trucks. It …

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Perth light rail may be pushed back as much as 20 years, Transport Minister Dean Nalder says

10 years ago

Perth light rail may be pushed back as much as 20 years, Transport Minister Dean Nalder says

ABC

Perth's Max Light Rail project could be put off for decades if the WA Government proceeds with an alternative plan to use rapid transit buses, Transport Minister Dean Nalder says. Mr Nalder has defended the dramatic policy shift against widespread criticism, and has maintained the Max Light Rail project without light rail is not a broken promise. "Everything that we're …

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Light rail crucial in a liveable city, Melbourne Lord Mayor tells Perth leaders

10 years ago

Light rail crucial in a liveable city, Melbourne Lord Mayor tells Perth leaders

ABC

Perth will need an effective inner city public transport system if it is to rival some of the most liveable cities in the world, the Lord Mayor of Melbourne has told the city's leaders. "I don't think we would be as liveable, without that tram network, because transport and moving people and connectivity is so important to liveability," he said. …

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$Canberra light rail project 'would serve only a fraction of city,' say Liberals$

10 years, 8 months ago

Canberra light rail project 'would serve only a fraction of city,' say Liberals

ABC

Only a small proportion of Canberra's population would be properly served by the city's proposed light rail project, calling into question the scheme's viability, the ACT Opposition has said. The ACT Government plans to build the Capital Metro light rail project from Civic to Gungahlin at a cost of about $614 million. A further 12,000 people would have a light …

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Light rail in Canberra not economically viable: report

10 years, 9 months ago

Light rail in Canberra not economically viable: report

ABC

Light rail in Canberra is not economically viable and would cost $915 million, according to a report commissioned by the Liberals. He estimated it would cost $915 million to build the Gungahlin line, based on the construction costs of recent light rail projects in the United States. Mr Nairn said the Government would need to borrow $940 million for construction …

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ACT Government pushes ahead with expansion plans for light rail

11 years, 1 month ago

ACT Government pushes ahead with expansion plans for light rail

ABC

The ACT Government is moving to the next phase of plans to develop a light rail network in Canberra, exploring options for routes between town centres. Sustainable Development Minister Simon Corbell says he is now calling for tenders for organisations that can develop a master plan for the next stages of the network. "That will allow us to start that …

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