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Tony Duboudin

November 15, 2024 | Australia/NZ

Australian industry urged to harmonise standards

A new report highlights the inefficiencies and higher costs resulting from a lack of consistent standards across the Australian railway sector.

November 11, 2024 | Australia/NZ

Melbourne Suburban Rail Loop tunnelling contract awarded

Both tunnelling contracts now awarded for the 26km initial phase of the suburban rail project.

October 30, 2024 | Policy

New South Wales announces new rail strategy

The Australian state will develop an investment strategy that it plans to unveil in 2026.

October 23, 2024 | Australia/NZ

Brisbane’s Cross River project passes critical test

The first train travels beneath the centre of Brisbane, in the Australian state of Queensland.

September 30, 2024 | Infrastructure

Cost of Melbourne Metro Tunnel project rises to $US 9.59bn

Victorian state government blames 22% increase in materials and labour costs.

September 12, 2024 | Light Rail

John Laing takes control of Sydney light rail network

The company has increased its share in operating company Altrac to 95%.

September 4, 2024 | Australia/NZ

First test runs on Perth network extension

Trial running begins on Metronet’s Morley - Ellenbrook line.

September 3, 2024 | Light Rail

Parramatta Light Rail opening delayed

Stage 1 of the planned 22km network not expected to open for several months.

August 16, 2024 | Australia/NZ

Sydney Metro City and Southwest metro finally opens

Opening delayed for two weeks after Metro Northwest Line signalling system failure.

August 2, 2024 | Metros

Sydney Metro City and Southwest metro line opening delayed

Opening postponed from August 4 following signalling failure on Northwest Line.

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