In question time today in Federal Parliament, the Prime Minister responded to pressure to commit to the next stage of the fast train link between Canberra and Sydney.
“The next stage involves a Commonwealth, ACT and NSW Government jointly funded task force calling for competitive Expressions of Interest that will give all the private sector fast train contenders the opportunity to prove their viability. Senator Lundy said today.
“The NSW and ACT Governments have finally received a positive response from the Prime Minister to allow this stage to proceed. The Canberra/Sydney fast train link has the potential to transform the regional economy in both tourism, commuter travel and light manufactures export potential.
“Unfortunately the Prime Minister’s statement on Canberra offered nothing new. Other than the announcement on the rail project, the Prime Minister’s response to the “Dorothy Dix-er” question only rehashed previous announcements relating to the National Museum and International Airport studies in a weak attempt to portray some activity in the face of the economic devastation his Government’s policies have caused in the Australian Capital Region” the Senator concluded.
For further comment call Senator Kate Lundy or Kym Connolly on 277 3334
