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EPISODE · Feb 23, 2026 · 4 MIN

High-speed rail between Sydney and Newcastle moves forward

from Sunrise · host LiSTNR

The federal government has released the business case for a high-speed rail link between Sydney and Newcastle, reducing travel time to one hour. The $55 billion first stage is planned as part of an 1,800-kilometre network connecting Brisbane to Melbourne, with a final investment decision scheduled for 2028. The project is expected to generate $250 billion in economic activity, create 99,000 jobs, and enable 160,000 new homes, with private sector investment required for construction.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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