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Parramatta Stadium Rebuild and other stuff

hindy111

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Those boring machines are impressive. Were they imported ?

It appears they were modified here in Oz but it didn't say if they were made here.

Im pretty sure they hire them for the jobs from Europe. I know on some projects that's what they do. Im unsure about this one.
 

Suitman

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Those boring machines are impressive. Were they imported ?

It appears they were modified here in Oz but it didn't say if they were made here.

They were not made here. Some designed and built in Germany and some in China.
Most of the tunnel boring machines we are using are manufactured in China and then dismantled to be shipped to Oz.
They are then re-assembled here before being used.
 
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The age-old problem of untangling our heavy rail network's lines seems to transcend any particular political party in power at any given time... but digitising the signalling system seems like a positive small step.
 

King-Gutho94

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Metro vs Sydney Trains: Which service wins peak hour battle?​

The Daily Telegraph put the Metro and Sydney Trains to the test this week to see if Sydneysiders prefer efficiency over comfort during their morning peak-hour commute.

Sydney’s transport system is a tale of two cities.
A once-bustling overground rail system – plagued with delays – now boasting enough room for commuters to lay down, and a lightning-fast Metro service which sees commuters crammed in like sardines.

The Daily Telegraph has put the two transport systems to the test this week to see if Sydneysiders prefer efficiency over comfort during their morning peak-hour commute, with two reporters hopping on the Metro and Sydney Trains into Central Station from Chatswood.

Upon arrival at the platforms, it was quickly evident that most people use the stop to switch onto the driverless Metro.

Boarding the 7:37am service from Chatswood Station, reporter Jack Crawley squeezed into the sardine can-like Metro carriage, with little room to spare.

At the same time, reporter Harrison Finlay hopped on the Tangara train, which was spacious and quiet, with most people getting a seat with plenty of room.

With the exception of a few travellers exiting the Metro at the popular CBD stops of Martin Place, Gadigal, and Barangaroo, the driverless service remained crammed until arriving at Central Station at 7:52am.

After 15 minutes of getting up close and personal with strangers, Crawley could finally move around freely.

At the same time, Finlay hadn’t even reached the Harbour Bridge, making him ponder whether getting out and swimming across would be quicker.

Nearly 20 minutes behind, the old T1 slowly crept over “the coathanger” with nearly empty carriages, enough room for our reporter to relax and consider putting his feet up.

It was a shock to think this train was heading into the CBD right in the middle of peak-hour.

Twenty-one minutes after Crawley and his speedy Metro hit Central, Finlay and his snail-paced Tangara rolled into Sydney’s main station.

The Daily Telegraph revealed data on Wednesday showing the Sydney train network had it’s worst punctuality in years, failing to meet it’s targets every month of the last financial year.

The data showed that a massive 16 per cent of trains did not run on time, making it the highest recorded since the inception of the public dataset in 2019.

Young commuting couple Bronte Cavallero and Zac Harb say the Metro has cut their commute “in half.”

“It’s just so efficient,” said Ms Cavallero.

“It’s the best,” said Mr Harb. “I can get from my door to my work in 11 minutes.”

Aside from the obvious convenience to their travel time, the pair said the next biggest draw to the Metro was its comfort, labelling it “nice, clean, and spacious.”

“We definitely prioritise always getting the Metro when we can,” said Ms Cavallero.

“Obviously, it depends on where you are going, but we’ll always try and get the Metro,” said Mr Harb.

Mr Harb, an architect by trade, says that the Metro and its station spaces are ‘amazing’ by design, and his professional appreciation plays a role in their commuting selections.

So, to our commuters in the north of Sydney, take note: if you want fast and efficient, take the Metro.

If you want an excuse to rock up late to work, take the train.

 

Twizzle

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It worked for everyone for decades. Doesn't mean it was or still is any good.

If you haven't been on the metro, you don't know how much faster and more reliable it is.
I suggest you try it next time you visit.

yeh, I'm keeen to try it, we might be down for the final game
 

Gronk

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^^^

“It’s the best,” said Mr Harb. “I can get from my door to my work in 11 minutes.”
Mr Harb, an architect by trade, says that the Metro and its station spaces are ‘amazing’ by design, and his professional appreciation plays a role in their commuting selections.

Bullshit you can Harby. It's at least 7 mins walk to your work in Albion Street Surry Hills from Central Metro exit.

 
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