Victorian government urged to prepare ‘exit strategy’ for Suburban Rail Loop as report finds benefits ‘overstated’

21/03/2025 08:10 The Guardian

Infrastructure Australia criticises project’s business case and backs concerns over cost blowoutsGet our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcastThe Victorian government has “overstated” the benefits of sections of its contentious Suburban Rail Loop project, Australia’s peak infrastructure body has determined, as it warns blowouts to the $34.5bn price tag of the first section are likely.In its evaluation of the Suburban Rail Loop (SRL) East section, Infrastructure Australia – the commonwealth-funded independent infrastructure adviser – has recommended the federal government halt further funding to the project until an updated estimate and cost-benefit analysis is produced.Sign up for Guardian Australia’s breaking news email Continue reading...

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Gaza’s ceasfire brought hope, but it was the calm before a brutal storm

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Israel strikes southern Lebanon amid calls for halt to ‘endless war’

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22/03/2025 09:29 The Guardian

US tourism industry faces drop-off as immigration agenda deters travellers

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