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McKenzie criticises federal government over Inland Rail decision
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- Radio National Breakfast
- Published
- May 6, 2026
- Duration seconds
- 560
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Summary
Regional communities from Queensland to Victoria have expressed dismay at the decision by the federal government to axe funding for the Melbourne-to-Brisbane inland rail project beyond the New South Wales town of Parkes. The decision comes amid concern the project could cost more than 45 billion-dollars to complete. GUEST: Bridget McKenzie, Shadow Minister for Infrastructure and Transport PRODUCER: Isadora Bogle