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flag NSW cancels $billions tunnel, opts for smaller fixes amid public backlash.

flag The New South Wales government has scrapped plans for a multi-billion-dollar tunnel on the Great Western Highway, calling it a "fantasy" and opting instead for immediate upgrades to intersections, traffic management on Victoria Pass, increased rail frequency, and new cycleways. flag While officials say the shift reflects "evidence-based planning" and better use of funds, public reaction has been largely negative, with nearly 70% of surveyed residents supporting the tunnel. flag Critics, including business leaders and commuters, argue the smaller-scale fixes fail to address chronic congestion and vulnerability to disruptions, especially at Blackheath, and warn the decision undermines long-term regional growth.

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