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flag Australia’s government is advancing plans for a high-speed rail from Sydney to Newcastle, with a decision expected by end of 2025.

flag The Australian federal government has completed its business case assessment for the Sydney to Newcastle high-speed rail project and remains committed to advancing it, with a decision expected by year-end 2025. flag No funds have been spent on land acquisition or corridor protection. flag While industry estimates place Stage 1 costs between $30 billion and $40 billion, the High Speed Rail Authority’s CEO declined to provide a specific figure, citing variables like station locations and timing. flag If approved, the project could be completed by 2037, featuring up to 60km of tunnels under Sydney Harbour and major waterways, using 12 to 18 tunnel boring machines and repurposing 10 million cubic metres of excavated soil for mine rehabilitation. flag Most of the route from the Central Coast to Newcastle would be above ground. flag The government has committed $500 million for planning and corridor protection, along with $70 million for the business case. flag Officials say the project could improve regional connectivity, ease housing pressures, and support carbon reduction goals.

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