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Premier Ben Carroll’s billion-dollar budget cuts to the Suburban Rail Loop have sparked major controversy, scrapping underground interchanges, pedestrian overpasses, and car parks — deemed “nice to have” by the government. Critics warn the changes could turn the orbital rail dream into a radial line, increase travel times, and deter users — especially those with mobility issues. A damning audit reveals the scrapped features weren’t even in the original budget, fueling suspicions the cuts are political theater. Local councils are also alarmed over safety, while experts argue accessibility and convenience should be non-negotiable for such a costly project. The government insists the cuts won’t impact 2035 services or travel times — but the debate over whether savings come at the cost of functionality is far from over.

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