‘Let’s get it done’: Moonee Valley Mayor urges airport rail action
Moonee Valley City Council welcomes today’s Federal Government announcement of more funding for the long-awaited Melbourne Airport Rail project.
Airport Rail would not only provide a reliable public transport link to the airport for Victorian commuters but also deliver for Moonee Valley residents a new station local to both Airport West and Keilor East – linking more residents with the Victorian rail network for the first time.
But despite being announced in 2018, the project has faced consistent delays.
An announcement today by Prime Minister Anthony Albanese, pledging $2 billion for a new rail hub in Sunshine, moves the project another step towards reality.
The Federal funding commitment follows Brimbank City Council’s Rail Before Runway campaign, calling for delivery of the airport rail before a third runway opens at Tullamarine in 2031.
Mayor Ava Adams backed the Brimbank campaign and urged State and Federal governments to move ahead on construction quickly.
“Now is the time for the State and Federal Governments to finally deliver on their long-overdue promise of Melbourne Airport Rail," Cr Adams said.
“A reliable public transport connection between the Airport and Melbourne’s north and west suburbs is a necessity for our growing city and council area.
“To delay any longer would mean more traffic congestion and lost opportunities for economic growth.
“Let’s get it done.”