High Speed Rail in Australia

kamchatsky

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Well, another announcement on HSR in Australia. However, this feels different from previous governments' announcement. With Sydney becoming full, this infrastructure could help resolve the housing issue that my kids will face. This may actually get off the ground for a change.

The cost is $$$$ though. I am not sure how on earth we are going to fund it. Maybe another political stunt.



It is supposed to link with WSI as well:

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Victoria needs many unfunded tens of billions for SRL so this will probably never eventuate.

We have seen issues with Melbourne Airport rail, we have also seen issues with that inland rail. I don’t have much confidence on delivery here.
 
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Long tunnels are tremendously expensive, compared to surface. And then more $$$. (Ask Snowy Hydro)
No-one wants a high speed train over their back (or front) fence. A surface train would need a lot of properties to compulsorily purchased and demolished (a big voter looser)
Sydney to Canberra route would seem better for a faster train project.

ABC.net.au Australia's long wait for a high-speed train
 

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