Melbourne’s airport rail link hits more turbulence after mediation falters
Airport operator says it will fight for more costly underground option despite expert report’s findingsFollow our Australia news live blog for latest updatesGet our morning and afternoon news emails, free app or daily news podcastThe long-promised train to Melbourne airport appears to have hit yet another snag, after the prolonged and bitter standoff between Victoria and the airport that has delayed the line for years intensified, despite government-imposed mediation.The train project – which would be funded by the federal and state governments – has stalled over the state’s insistence it would only finance a cheaper above-ground train station instead of the costlier underground option demanded by the airport.Sign up for Guardian Australia’s free morning and afternoon email newsletters for your daily news roundup Continue reading...
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Airport operator says it will fight for more costly underground option despite expert report’s findings
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The long-promised train to Melbourne airport appears to have hit yet another snag, after the prolonged and bitter standoff between Victoria and the airport that has delayed the line for years intensified, despite government-imposed mediation.
The train project – which would be funded by the federal and state governments – has stalled over the state’s insistence it would only finance a cheaper above-ground train station instead of the costlier underground option demanded by the airport.
Sign up for Guardian Australia’s free morning and afternoon email newsletters for your daily news roundup Continue reading...
