Sydney’s long-delayed south-west metro extension is set to reopen next week after more than two years of disruption caused by the closure of the former heavy rail line. The replacement bus services, which have been in operation since the shutdown, will finally give way to restored train services beginning with an early morning departure. Authorities have confirmed the extension’s official launch through a government statement and social media announcement, marking a significant milestone for commuters in the affected area. The reopening follows years of planning and construction delays, offering relief to residents who have relied on temporary transport solutions.
The south-west metro extension will open on Friday 30 October, more than two years after the former T3 heavy rail line closedGet our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcastA long-awaited extension to Sydney’s metro line will open next week, bringing an end to more than two years of replacement buses for residents in the city’s south-west.In a video shared on Instagram on Thursday morning, the New South Wales premier, Chris Minns, announced that the south-west metro extension would open on Friday 30 October. In a statement, the government said the first service would commence at 4.31am. Continue reading...
