Melbourne's Metro Tunnel Opens, Expanding Rail Network
Update: 2025-11-29
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Melbournes Metro Tunnel: A Game-Changer for Public TransportMelbournes new Metro Tunnel is officially open, marking a significant expansion of the citys underground rail network. This $15 billion project introduces five new stations and nearly doubles the size of the existing system, promising to ease congestion on the busy city loop. The tunneling work, which began in 2019, involved boring machines digging as deep as 40 meters beneath Melbourne, creating impressive twin tunnels that stretch for 9 kilometers. Despite earlier safety concerns, the Metro Tunnel is now fully operational, offering a modern and expanded transit option for Melbournes growing population.
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