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West Gate Tunnel Opens in Melbourne: Free Travel, Controversies

West Gate Tunnel Opens in Melbourne: Free Travel, Controversies

Update: 2025-12-13
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The West Gate Tunnel in Melbourne, Australia, officially opened, promising to ease traffic congestion and reduce truck presence in local roads. The tunnels opening will be gradual, with free travel on weekends starting in January. Despite initial complexities and controversies, including concerns over air quality and cost overruns, the tunnel is now open, with new tolls separate from existing CityLink tolls.

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West Gate Tunnel Opens in Melbourne: Free Travel, Controversies

West Gate Tunnel Opens in Melbourne: Free Travel, Controversies