Federal Labor promises $2bn for Sunshine station, but premier couldn’t give date for when rail line will be finished
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The federal government will pour $7bn into Melbourne’s airport train in an effort to kickstart work on the long-awaited rail line and stave off the Coalition in traditional Labor seats.
Anthony Albanese on Wednesday announced a $2bn commitment for works at Sunshine station – which is planned to link Melbourne airport, the CBD and regional Victoria – in addition to the $5bn previously pledged to help build the line.
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Source link : https://www.theguardian.com/australia-news/2025/feb/26/melbourne-airport-train-line-funding-anthony-albanese
Author : Benita Kolovos Victorian state correspondent
Publish date : 2025-02-26 04:13:00
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