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Hybrid Trains to Fix Melbourne's West | Melbourne News
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Melbourne’s western suburbs are set for a rail revolution as the Coalition unveils a $1.7 billion plan to deploy 25 hybrid trains—capable of running on electricity in the city and switching to diesel or battery power in the country—to tackle crippling congestion caused by explosive population growth. While the government’s electrification project faces years of delays, this faster, more flexible solution aims to boost capacity, connect key areas like Melton and Wyndham Vale, and deliver real relief before 2030. With hundreds of thousands of new residents straining existing services, the Coalition argues hybrids offer an urgent, practical fix—outpacing the government’s long-term plans and offering more frequent, reliable transit for commuters.
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