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Sydney's $72 Billion Transit Overhaul: Driverless Trains by 2026

1/12/2026

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In 2026, Sydney operates driverless trains and expanded motorways after a decade of projects, with housing and healthcare as critical issues.
Costs rose to $72 billion for metro lines and $40 billion for motorways.
The M6 motorway is set to open in 2028.
A metro line to the international airport is delayed to December 2027.
The New South Wales Labor government (NSW Labor) prioritizes heavy rail over metro projects.

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Story summary

In 2026, Sydney operates driverless trains and expanded motorways after a decade of projects, with housing and healthcare as critical issues.
Costs rose to $72 billion for metro lines and $40 billion for motorways.
The M6 motorway is set to open in 2028.
A metro line to the international airport is delayed to December 2027.
The New South Wales Labor government (NSW Labor) prioritizes heavy rail over metro projects.