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Derailment at Newport highlights dangers of plan to remove Sunshine Rail Freight Access

Bardy Bigglesworth
December 22, 2025
0

If the plan by Minister Gabriel Williams proceeds it will cut off freight access and effectively shutdown rail freight access into and out of Melbourne from the West.

B-Double Heavy Vehicle hits major rail bridge in Flemington, shuts line

Bardy Bigglesworth
December 17, 2025
2

Heavy Vehicles are banned from Racecourse Road, Flemington.

Tim Pallas and the West Gate Tunnel – Already a failure?

Bardy Bigglesworth
December 17, 2025
5

The project has been criticised by transport and urban planning experts. Could they have been right?

N12 goes over mud hole after Gisborne has brake problems causing big delays on the Bendigo Line

Snuffle Nose
December 16, 2025
3

I felt the train jerking, back and forth it on whist rolling along and was bought to stand still shorty after.

Mehreen Faruqi interviewed by Sky News over past anti jewish comments

Helen Carrie
December 16, 2025
2

Couldn’t even look the reporter in the eyes.

Australia Names XI with Cummins Return and Khawaja Dropped for Adelaide Ashes Test

Helen Carrie
December 16, 2025
0

The XI features Cummins and Nathan Lyon replacing Brendan Doggett and Michael Neser.

Trump Designates Fentanyl as Weapon of Mass Destruction

Helen Carrie
December 16, 2025
0

Fentanyl, 50 times stronger than heroin, enters mostly from Mexico using Chinese precursors.

A Bumpy start to Free travel weekend on train services on V/Line due “Crew Delays”?

Snuffle Nose
December 16, 2025
0

I was aware of issues on the Ballarat, Wendouree and Waurn Ponds services and the reasons on the website.

Multiple dead as gunmen attack public on Bondi Beach Sydney (Video)

Helen Carrie
December 14, 2025
4

Bodies of those injured and killed remain in the area with many ambulances arriving to ferry the wounded to hospitals in Sydney.

Riding N12 reduced 4 cars after it’s return

Snuffle Nose
December 4, 2025
4

N12 has return to public service once more but only as 4 cars!

The new State Library Railway Station is impressive

Brian Evans
November 29, 2025
5

All in all this is an excellent outcome for Melbourne.

Wow, Track Investigation Train at Swan Hill and N12 suddenly pops up in Melb Yard!!!

Snuffle Nose
November 17, 2025
2

After storms EVI appears at Swan Hill & N12 return to Melb yard hasn’t being seen since Jun 25.

AC/DC returns to ‘ancestral home’ in scorching MCG set

Helen Carrie
November 13, 2025
3

Resplendent in his red school blazer, tie and cap, AC/DC guitar hero Angus Young, 70, showed he was still the king of rock — with singer Brian Johnson, 78, at his side.

Infrastructure Victoria calls for upgrade to ‘unreliable and infrequent’ Upfield train line in Melbourne’s north

Bardy Bigglesworth
November 12, 2025
1

The “problem” is the last 4-kilometre section of the line, which is single-track from Gowrie to Upfield station.

Poor “Classic Fleet” availability and no spares left in the yard to cover unscheduled maintenance!

Snuffle Nose
November 8, 2025
8

These events that led me to being concerned of a potential collapse of the train regional service to Swan Hill if ignored too long.

Request to help ease crowding on Albury V/Line trains rejected

Bardy Bigglesworth
November 6, 2025
8

V/Line Vlocity trains are aging in design and are not a suitable option for Albury in the future.

Australian Government about to start spying on your messages and phone calls

Bardy Bigglesworth
October 29, 2025
5

Greens Senator David Shoebridge attempted to remove ‘Schedule 4’ which would force big tech to comply.

Western suburbs rail boost pushed back to 2030s and beyond (A Review)

Bardy Bigglesworth
October 27, 2025
2

There is nothing stopping the delivery of the electrification programme now for Geelong and Ballarat with commissioning to happen around 2030.

Australian Women Cricketers Molested in Indore, Suspect Arrested

Helen Carrie
October 26, 2025
1

Indore police arrested the 28-year-old suspect with a prior criminal record within six hours.

Testing time for out shopped N460 VS wind squalls causes tree debris on the line & stuffed peak hour services

Snuffle Nose
October 24, 2025
5

N450 is put through her paces in bad weather and a fallen tree obstructs tracks stuffing up the evening peck services!

Poll: The Victorian Treaty what Victorian’s really think

Helen Carrie
October 24, 2025
5

In a forced-choice scenario, 52% of Victorians oppose a treaty, while 48% support.

Australia dudded in rare earths deal with USA

Helen Carrie
October 24, 2025
4

Under the terms of the deal released by the US Embassy in Canberra, Australia is required to invest an extra 1 trillion dollars ($1,000 billion) in the USA by 2035.

Government releases new design concepts for SRL East

Bardy Bigglesworth
October 22, 2025
1

These include the Burwood, Box Hill and Glen Waverley Stations.

Is Mildura Victoria’s most isolated city? Rail push gathers steam

Bardy Bigglesworth
October 21, 2025
12

Return of the Mildura Passenger train is long overdue.

Yarra Tram works in Victoria Street, North Melbourne (Latest Photos)

Bardy Bigglesworth
October 21, 2025
5

These works would not have come cheap, were they really necessary?

Loco N460 has emerging electrical issues breaks down on departure

Snuffle Nose
October 21, 2025
4

N460 was used despite having some issues and broke down at departure the day after!

Protests in Melbourne boil over with heavy handed Police engagement

Helen Carrie
October 20, 2025
2

March for Australia protesters were clad in Australian flags.

The Metro Tunnels are about to open, but firefighters say they won’t use them

Bardy Bigglesworth
October 16, 2025
2

It’s the $15.5 billion jewel in the Victorian Government’s crown — a sparkling new train network. There’s a reason firefighters won’t use it.

Premier blasts parent gender policy concerns without empathy and with arrogance

Helen Carrie
October 16, 2025
1

Jacinta Allan’s policies are a continuing disaster for Victoria.

NT to SA flights to get the chop – a month after tourism campaign begins

Helen Carrie
October 14, 2025
3

Flights between the Territory and SA have been cut by Qantas.

This train station in China cost A$12 billion to build

Bardy Bigglesworth
October 14, 2025
0

How is it Australia consistently gets its priorities wrong and its spending into areas that provide little benefit for Australians?

Transport NSW issues RFT for Regional Sleeper Train Services

gobstopper
October 14, 2025
5

This is great news for those who travel between Sydney and Melbourne.

Labor’s renewable energy lie is evident in fossil fuel approvals

Helen Carrie
October 12, 2025
0

The Albanese government has already approved 31 fossil fuel projects, and more than that are waiting, even as renewables overtake coal as the top source of electricity.

Tale of transport dreams: Victoria 3 times more expensive per km than NSW

Bardy Bigglesworth
October 12, 2025
4

The cost of works in Victoria is 3 times that of NSW where the CFMEU does not have a strangle on construction projects.

Senator Lidia Thorpe Threatens to Burn Down Parliament House at Pro-Palestine Rally

Helen Carrie
October 12, 2025
9

Thousands attended the demonstration organized by the Palestine Action Group.

It’s a $4 billion rail ‘superhub’. but these passengers will watch it pass from the train window

Bardy Bigglesworth
October 9, 2025
3

That means passengers cannot transfer at Sunshine onto Metro trains bound for the new $15.5 billion Metro Tunnel.

Riding both Old and New trains in one day!

Snuffle Nose
October 9, 2025
4

Swan Hill Line had sudden rolling stock change at short notice.

Public transport in Victoria to be free on weekends for two months

Bardy Bigglesworth
October 8, 2025
1

The state government will offer free-of-charge rides on trams, buses and trains in all of Victoria from early December until February.

Big Delays and disruptions at Footscray on V/Line system during peak hour at ground zero!

Snuffle Nose
October 8, 2025
0

VL no. 1251 next me on 6A for Warrnambool had been taken out of service!

Melbourne’s long-awaited Metro Tunnel to open in December, premier says

Bardy Bigglesworth
October 7, 2025
1

The government said it would deliver an extra 1,000 weekly train services.

Jacinta Allan plans to shutdown key rail freight route into Melbourne

Bardy Bigglesworth
October 5, 2025
3

The Ballarat City Council has raised concerns/alarm at the Victorian State Government’s plan to remove the Ballarat to Melbourne rail freight line.

Teens Arrested After Machete Chase in Stolen SUV Through Melbourne’s Bourke Street Mall

Helen Carrie
September 29, 2025
2

Officers surrounded the area and arrested multiple suspects at the scene, with no injuries reported.

Indian Railways Passengers Vent Frustrations on X Over Delays, Filth, Overcrowding

gobstopper
September 28, 2025
1

Specific reports included eight-hour delays on Train 11061 and cockroaches in Train 14318’s air-conditioned cars.

TBMs on the way for SRL East tunnels

Bardy Bigglesworth
September 28, 2025
0

These TBMs will be used on the northern section of the tunnels – between Glen Waverley and Box Hill.

Woman killed during Melbourne home invasion

Helen Carrie
September 27, 2025
2

The two residents restrained the woman, who was found unconscious.

Keir Starmer Mandates Digital ID for All UK Workers by 2029

Helen Carrie
September 27, 2025
1

The policy integrates the ID with GOV.UK smartphone apps to enhance border security, reduce illegal employment.

Truck-busting, job-boosting freight hub for west at risk from rail line closure

Bardy Bigglesworth
September 19, 2025
2

Freight trains from Ballarat will be forced to travel an extra 47 kilometres via Geelong to get to the Port of Melbourne.

Allan boasts over China’s help to carve out Suburban Rail Loop

Brian Evans
September 19, 2025
4

Public polling rates the project higher than the roads projects we are investment $billions more in to only cause serious congestion.

New deal for Suburban Rail Loop makes it too expensive to cancel

Bardy Bigglesworth
September 19, 2025
2

The tunnelling contracts for SRL East have already been let.

Train drivers stranded in Metro Tunnel for five hours

Bardy Bigglesworth
September 19, 2025
3

Train drivers were stranded in Melbourne’s new Metro Tunnel for almost five hours when a systems fault brought trains to a standstill.

Big increase in V/Line train journeys at Ararat

Bardy Bigglesworth
September 19, 2025
2

PATRONAGE on the Ararat passenger railway line has increased dramatically.

Train prep and odd events on ground zero

Snuffle Nose
September 18, 2025
3

As soon as I was settled in BZN252 they got the train out the platform very promptly!

At ground zero new operational procedures for Swan Hill services

Snuffle Nose
September 15, 2025
1

Usual reason was train fault, as it was confirmed via various source at Southern Cross.

In Victoria Judges hide behind a wall of secrecy without accountability

Helen Carrie
September 14, 2025
1

The Victorian justice system hides behind secrecy, protecting its own from consequences.

V/Line delivers more chaos and incompetence than services

Bardy Bigglesworth
September 9, 2025
4

This site through its contributors has for some time now provided a blow by blow assessment of V/Line.

New trains are on the way for the Wairarapa and Manawatū rail lines

gobstopper
September 8, 2025
0

Signing of contract today with Alstom for 18 battery electric multiple units. $803m investment.

Erin Patterson to receive life sentence for murder with non parole period

Helen Carrie
September 8, 2025
3

Erin will be eligible for parole at the age of 82 years (approximately).

The Rollingstock changes to Swan Hill Service from V/Line top management is now in writing

Snuffle Nose
September 7, 2025
3

Now in writing V/Line top management is making changes to rolling stock to the commuter urban rail units.

Rail action group wants more carriages on north-east line trains

Bardy Bigglesworth
September 7, 2025
4

The Border Rail Action Group has called for the introduction of extra carriages on north-east line trains.

CEO who stole cap from child at the US Open Tennis apologises

Helen Carrie
September 2, 2025
1

This guy’s firm has lost millions of dollars because of this bonehead behaviour at the US Open.

Melbourne’s march for pausing immigration, the people have spoken

Helen Carrie
August 31, 2025
14

Today I witnessed what I believe to be a minimum of 60,000 people floods the streets of Australia’s largest city.

Toilets stop working on Virgin Australia flight from Bali

Helen Carrie
August 30, 2025
2

Passenger says crew told him to ‘urinate in bottle’

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Traditional British Faggots Made with Pork and Offal

Helen Carrie
August 28, 2025
0

An easy, budget-friendly meal, perfect with mashed potatoes and gravy.

Apple’s 2026 Foldable iPhone: Redefining Mobile with Crease-Free Innovation

Helen Carrie
August 27, 2025
1

This bold entry could redefine user expectations and revitalise the market.

Saints land Tom De Koning on an eight year contract

Helen Carrie
August 26, 2025
1

De Koning has been widely expected to leave Carlton due to a gap of around $700,000 a year.

The interview that will haunt Daniel Andrews and his wife Catherine

Helen Carrie
August 26, 2025
1

We know 4-minute videos aren’t popular — but this one is different.

The Melbourne suburb where 1.2 per cent of people use public transport

Bardy Bigglesworth
August 25, 2025
4

Beveridge, at the northern edge of Melbourne’s growth boundary, is set to boom.

Enjoying the Overland Train plus interesting events on the way

Snuffle Nose
August 25, 2025
4

I checked my luggage in for storage in PCO3 to Adelaide. And went to platform 2.

How a quiet rail closure could swamp western suburbs with trucks

Bardy Bigglesworth
August 25, 2025
6

But efforts to boost rail freight have so far been fruitless. The 20-year, $183 million Port Rail Shuttle project has yet to move a single container.

V/Line passenger train comes apart between Seymour and Tallarook

Bardy Bigglesworth
August 25, 2025
5

The issue has caused major delays on the Seymour and Shepparton Lines.

Ukrainian Drone Strikes Blow Up Russian Fuel Train, Cutting Single Rail Line to Crimea

Brian Evans
August 23, 2025
1

Images published after the strike show burning fuel tanks and significant fire damage that paralysed the railway line.

Maxwell Clears Trump in Epstein Probe, Questions Suicide

Helen Carrie
August 23, 2025
1

Maxwell defended President Donald Trump, stating she never witnessed him in any inappropriate setting.

Opportunity for real rail reform, says KAP leader

gobstopper
August 22, 2025
3

Robbie Katter says the overhaul of the Queensland Rail board should see some positive action.

The Liberals just committed to Jacinta and Dan’s pet project

Bardy Bigglesworth
August 19, 2025
0

The Victorian opposition has conceded it will be too late to scrap the $34.5bn Suburban Rail Loop if tunnelling is underway by next year’s state election.

NYSE-listed giants vet Aurizon’s $8b Queensland rail tracks

gobstopper
August 19, 2025
0

Ares Management, the high-profile alternative assets investor overseeing almost $900 billion, is among suitors appraising Aurizon’s $8 billion Queensland railway track network.

Manildra Group Invests $163M Boosting Rail Efficiency

gobstopper
August 19, 2025
0

Australia’s largest grain processor, Manildra Group, is investing $163 million in cutting-edge locomotives and wagons to modernize its logistics, enhance sustainability, and shift more freight from road to rail.

The mega rail project we could’ve had instead of Suburban Rail Loop

Helen Carrie
August 18, 2025
4

Metro Metro Tunnel 2 is now decades away when it is desperately needed now.

West Gate Tunnel’s public art gamble sugarcoating a poor project

Brian Evans
August 18, 2025
1

This article is surely designed to put “lipstick on a pig” attempting to find a positive story from what has been a disastrous project for Victoria.

Two days riding in the V/Line system 12-13 Aug 25

Snuffle Nose
August 16, 2025
4

From Loco faults on Tuesday and Track Point Failure the day after.Has V/line hit critical mass?

Nvidia supercomputer marks ‘new era’ for Australian AI

Helen Carrie
August 16, 2025
3

MAVERIC will be housed at CDC’s facility in the Melbourne suburb of Brooklyn, with construction to begin later this year.

Metro Train derails around Macauley near North Melbourne

Bardy Bigglesworth
August 16, 2025
2

Buses were called to move passengers between the train service gap.

Steamtown Heritage Railway Museum closed due to costs

gobstopper
August 16, 2025
0

Expected to be closed until 2026 at the earliest.

Restore passenger rail services on the Mildura line

Bardy Bigglesworth
August 13, 2025
4

Passenger rail services were withdrawn on the Mildura line in 1993 by Jeff Kennett.

Bill Clinton ‘prime suspect’ in Epstein investigation

Helen Carrie
August 13, 2025
1

Everybody in America wants to know what went on in Epstein Island, and we’ve all heard reports that Bill Clinton was a frequent visitor there.

Katter backs ambitious Cloncurry-Karumba rail plan

Brian Evans
August 13, 2025
3

The MP believes the use of canals in the Gulf could make the job even easier.

Queensland Rail retires iconic electric train fleet after more than four decades

gobstopper
August 10, 2025
1

The units were the first electric train model used in Queensland and began operation in November 1979.

Digital Enterprise helps ARTC get Australians off the road and onto greener rail

gobstopper
August 10, 2025
0

As demand for rail transport has grown, Australian Rail Track Corporation (ARTC) has turned to digitization to help maintain critical assets, and keep trains moving reliably and safely.

Shepparton Railway Line could shut for months affecting passenger and freight

Bardy Bigglesworth
August 8, 2025
3

In a new benchmark for insane behaviour from Victoria’s Transport Department a decision has been made to shut a major railway line for months.

Machete Amnesty bins recently installed cost Victorians $13M

Helen Carrie
August 7, 2025
15

And you wonder why Victoria is broken and hopelessly in debt.

Railroaded: Chapter 3 – Case Studies: The Regional impacts of Road Freight Dominance

Brian Evans
August 6, 2025
5

The most immediate and readily quantifiable impact of road freight dominance is the increased cost of doing business.

‘A step backwards’: new trains derail south-west school’s annual trip

Brian Evans
August 6, 2025
23

Warrnambool’s new VLocity train services have been labelled “a step backwards” by a south-west MP.

Plans for new suburb in outer Northern Melbourne area without transport plan

Bardy Bigglesworth
August 6, 2025
3

No mention of railway station providing an ability to travel to Melbourne.

Information for verification of rail equipment faults on Bendigo Line

Snuffle Nose
August 5, 2025
5

It seem like a major cost cutting measures being carried out by managment on Swan Hill and Albury.

New V/Line CEO Announced

Bardy Bigglesworth
August 5, 2025
6

William Tieppo has been appointed as Chief Executive Officer of V/Line following an extensive recruitment process.

Melbourne City Council’s secret plan to shut historic Cooks’ Cottage

Helen Carrie
August 4, 2025
2

The council have shown themselves to be incapable of taking care of the assets entrusted to them.

Melbourne’s trains should return to public ownership in 2027

Bardy Bigglesworth
August 1, 2025
3

The PTUA have been pushing for more service frequency across the network for many years however many lines have 40- minute service on Sundays.

Melbourne roads to cop tripling of trucks as rail freight plans flounder

Bardy Bigglesworth
July 31, 2025
3

The Port of Melbourne handled a national record of 3.4 million containers last year, an increase of 9.3 per cent in just 12 months.

Agreement between Australia’s largest rail freight company and Victoria’s largest intermodal

Bardy Bigglesworth
July 31, 2025
0

Aurizon welcomes the opportunity to utilise MIT which provides an alternative to the current footprint of Melbourne for rail freight.

Rare treat “Retro Train” N set returns on Mornington Peninsula Tourist Rly!

Snuffle Nose
July 31, 2025
0

Peninsula Tourist Railway Tourist Rly is currently isolated due it being cut off from the mainline of the suburban metropolitan rail system.

New Somerton Intermodal Terminal nears completion

Bardy Bigglesworth
July 30, 2025
4

The terminal will integrate with the Port Rail Shuttle Network.

Campbell Arcade set to reopen on 28th July 2025

Brian Evans
July 28, 2025
4

The works sure look great it is am amazing little place.

Railroaded: Chapter 2 – The Politics of Freight Influence and Corruption

Brian Evans
July 25, 2025
7

This section delves into the pervasive influence of lobbying and regulatory capture.

Sydney Trains says no more e-bikes, e-skateboards and e-scooters

gobstopper
July 25, 2025
3

It is not all e products that the less reputable kind from overseas manufacturers.

Swan Hill Line in shambles May 19th weekend!

Snuffle Nose
July 24, 2025
2

A lot people grumbled on board and I don’t blame them about the sudden change.

What may have caused the train derailment at Clifton Hill, an analysis

Bardy Bigglesworth
July 24, 2025
2

Excellent analysis of Metro trains derailment at Clifton Hill

Town Hall Railway Station nears completion

Bardy Bigglesworth
July 22, 2025
5

This is going to be worth the wait for opening.

Ban Heavy Vehicles from Racecourse Road, Flemington

Bardy Bigglesworth
July 17, 2025
2

Please sign this petition to support creating safer streets and maintaining the charm and livability.

Another Messy day on the V/Line rail system & odd events

Snuffle Nose
July 16, 2025
2

I think it time for budding “Investigative Journalist” of MSM to ask few question to the management involved.

Train lines remain suspended, a crane arrives but carriages not removed

Brian Evans
July 15, 2025
13

It is evident the overhead around the derailed carriages has been removed presumably to be replaced after the crane has done its work.

How Victoria’s failed $6b pitch to Canberra put a new rail line in limbo

Bardy Bigglesworth
July 15, 2025
3

Victoria sought billions for what it said was an urgently needed rail line between Melbourne’s outer north and west.

Metro Train derails at Clifton Hill closing the Hurstbridge and Mernda Lines

Brian Evans
July 14, 2025
19

The incident believed to have occurred around 10:30PM Sunday has blocked the junction of two busy Melbourne railway lines.

Freight upgrade planned for Tocumwal

Bardy Bigglesworth
July 13, 2025
1

Works to connect a new grain terminal at North Shore are imminent.

V/Line to investigate derailed freight train in Geelong

Bardy Bigglesworth
July 12, 2025
1

No injuries were reported.

Breaking News

Multiple cars hit during high-speed police chase across Melbourne freeways

Helen Carrie
July 11, 2025
1

Melbourne freeways a battle ground.

Inland Rail shares update on Narrabri to North Star Phase 2

gobstopper
July 9, 2025
0

Utility investigations are being completed across private and public land, looking for Telstra and NextGen sites.

V/Line the network almost always out of order

Bardy Bigglesworth
July 8, 2025
2

Just the other day we found only a single line in service.

The poll results on the Suburban Rail Loop which ‘shocked’ Heidi Murphy

Bardy Bigglesworth
July 8, 2025
3

The poll put out the question on whether Victorians support or oppose the SRL.

Daniel Andrews tries to buy his own Golf Club

Helen Carrie
July 8, 2025
0

The golf tragic was even sprung trying to hijack the membership of a friend’s wife.

Aboriginals demand cash payouts in Victoria for ‘genocide’

Helen Carrie
July 6, 2025
0

The Yoorrook Justice Commission, which has also called for “trans” rights, supports a variety of left-wing initiatives.

‘Mind the gap’: Design fail at new Metro Tunnel stations

Bardy Bigglesworth
July 4, 2025
4

Wheel wear can affect the height of a rail wagon or passenger rolling stock.

Railroaded: Chapter 1 – Australia’s unsustainable obsession with Road Transport

Brian Evans
July 1, 2025
3

The seemingly inexorable rise of road freight in Australia is not a triumph of efficiency; it’s a symptom of a deeper malaise.

26-year-old charged over childcare centre sexual assaults

Helen Carrie
July 1, 2025
6

A worker at the centre in Point Cook has since been charged with over 70 offences.

Major disruptions plague landmark Metro Tunnel test run

Bardy Bigglesworth
June 29, 2025
3

Commuters have faced major delays and been left stuck at platforms.

Suburban Rail Loop travel times in Melbourne’s east calculated by transport planners

Bardy Bigglesworth
June 29, 2025
2

People travelling between Box Hill and Cheltenham will save 30 minutes of car travel time

Metro Tunnel’s promise to commuters pushed out to 2026

Bardy Bigglesworth
June 28, 2025
3

The slow ramp-up will also delay full passenger loads at the new stations during rush hour.

The VLocity and Warrnambool line saga

Snuffle Nose
June 27, 2025
2

Maybe some of those suffering users of this train service should invite Ben Phyland the DOT adviser.

Who was the “Rosie” in AC/DC’s Whole Lotta Rosie?

Helen Carrie
June 26, 2025
2

Rosie was a Tasmanian mountain woman who had started turning up at gigs.

The secret rail plan to tackle ‘crush’ hour in Melbourne’s north and west

Bardy Bigglesworth
June 26, 2025
14

They’ve added more services, but ultimately, V/Line is a regional rail operator.

‘High speed rail between Melbourne and Sydney? Not in my lifetime’

Bardy Bigglesworth
June 26, 2025
2

Bonham, who has 40 years of experience in the railway industry, added that he supports the Suburban Rail Loop.

Darebin Council’s shameful neglect of a significant park in Northcote

Guest authors
June 26, 2025
4

Unfortunately, for many years, the park has suffered from severe neglect.

Coaches are replacing V/Line trains between Lara and Wyndham Vale

Bardy Bigglesworth
June 25, 2025
6

Geelong line 25-6-2025 is down and out as is the Warrnambool LIne.

Fresh West Gate Tunnel cost blow out to double initial $6.3bn price

Helen Carrie
June 25, 2025
4

There should be a substantial court case against the company who quoted the price to the taxpayer.

Railroaded: Australia’s unsustainable obsession with Road Transport

Brian Evans
June 24, 2025
6

This book hopes to illuminate the path towards that future.

Freight Victoria fails the state once again latest saga

Bardy Bigglesworth
June 23, 2025
0

Freight Victoria appear to be clueless about how to make the roads safer.

Multiple Factors In Melbourne Train Incident

Bardy Bigglesworth
June 20, 2025
0

They brought their train to a stop about 300 m away from the stationary train.

Breaking News

Arnold Schwarzenegger refuses to be drawn into Immigration debate

Helen Carrie
June 19, 2025
0

They attempted to get him to condemn ICE raids and what did he do?

U.S. Sen. Bernie Moreno calls for end to Amtrak funding

Helen Carrie
June 19, 2025
0

Moreno said the amenities on Amtrak compared to Brightline reminded him of “a Russian car from the ‘70s versus a modern vehicle today.”

BHP Copper SA creates major logistics solution with Aurizon

Brian Evans
June 19, 2025
7

Under the arrangements, the transport of copper concentrate and cathode from BHP’s Olympic Dam, Carrapateena, and Prominent Hill mines.

Taxpayers fork out almost $500m compensation to Metro Trains

Bardy Bigglesworth
June 18, 2025
2

The 2025/26 state budget, released last month, shows the Allan government will spend $489 million over the next four years.

Town Hall plans to honour 50th anniversary of iconic AC/DC music video

Brian Evans
June 17, 2025
4

It’s the 50th anniversary of the rock anthem next February.

Australian rock icons set to play at MCG later this year

Brian Evans
June 17, 2025
3

It marks the first concerts at the 100,000-seat venue since Taylor Swift’s headline-making gigs in February last year.

Degraves Street Subway taking shape but not yet completed

Bardy Bigglesworth
June 11, 2025
2

This is a great solution for changing between stations as that corner of Swanston Street and Flinders Street is quite busy.

Welcome to the future of European sleeper trains

gobstopper
June 11, 2025
1

We’ve spoken directly with over 100 frequent travellers, agencies, and businesses.

Allan govt spent $250M on an ‘express’ busway but trips now take longer

Helen Carrie
June 8, 2025
4

This should not surprise anyone in Melbourne as the Department of Transport are completely clueless.

Rubbish bins return to Southern Cross Railway Station

Bardy Bigglesworth
June 5, 2025
1

Platform bins will return to Southern Cross Station this week.

Breaking News

USGS Issues RED ALERT on Mt Rainier to St. Helens and Hood

Helen Carrie
June 5, 2025
2

We investigate the terrifying awakening of Mount Rainier, as deep quakes, rising heat, and a mysterious seismic “Echo” signal.

Australian high-speed rail has barely left the station

gobstopper
June 2, 2025
1

The Newcastle-Sydney high-speed rail link is estimated to cost at least $30bn and take well over a decade to build.

Metro Tunnel express trains likely as two stations run late again

Bardy Bigglesworth
June 2, 2025
4

The state’s government timeline on opening the $15b Metro Tunnel is again in the spotlight.

Just six months in, new tram contract already off the rails

Bardy Bigglesworth
May 29, 2025
2

Victoria’s new tram operators are already locked in a contract dispute just months after taking over Melbourne’s network.

Mysterious ‘Buga Sphere’ found in Colombia sparks UFO speculation

Helen Carrie
May 29, 2025
0

Physicist Julia Mossbridge urges thorough vetting before declaring anomalies in mysterious discoveries.

Sunshine Railway Station needs a mandated Standard Gauge Platform

Bardy Bigglesworth
May 27, 2025
4

A seventh platform should be included into the new design at Sunshine station.

The Victorian Road Maintenance Sham Caused by Freight Victoria

Bardy Bigglesworth
May 23, 2025
4

Through research all afternoon I was unable to find a rail freight project sponsored by Freight Victoria that had been delivered to the benefit of Victorian’s.

Rail News

Value of a good railway how Victoria has failed South Gippsland

Bardy Bigglesworth
May 22, 2025
4

A few weeks ago, I began to talk about the closing of the South Gippsland railway, but I do have a little railway anecdote that says a little about what we have lost.

Sydney Trains commuters told ‘avoid travel’ following ‘catastrophic’ outage, review announced

gobstopper
May 22, 2025
0

Commuters have been told that delays on Sydney’s rail network will ease on Thursday after another day of chaos.

V/Line network suffers another day of service outages and cancelled trains

Bardy Bigglesworth
May 21, 2025
9

This is the second day running the Ballarat Line has been largely out of service for the all important morning peak services.

Bradshaw Ranch near Sedona Arizona a hotspot for the paranormal

Brian Evans
May 20, 2025
1

There have been tales of underground military tunnels, helicopters disappearing behind Secret Canyon, men in black, camouflaged military personnel with M-16 rifles.

Coalition dissolved: Liberals and Nationals to sit alone

Helen Carrie
May 20, 2025
2

Moderate Liberals in inner city seats have called for the nuclear energy policy to be dumped and a stronger climate policy to be taken to the next election.

Why Sydney’s suburban trains have become so unreliable

gobstopper
May 20, 2025
1

It is significantly below the target to have at least 92 per cent of peak-hour suburban services arrive at stations within five minutes of their scheduled time

NZ Budget 2025 Continues Solid Investment In Rail

gobstopper
May 20, 2025
2

Mr Reidy says the $461 million funding commitment means the three-year Rail Network Investment Programme 2024-27 is funded so KiwiRail can efficiently look after the national rail network.

More than 120 Downer jobs at risk after Queensland Rail rejects tilt train proposal

gobstopper
May 20, 2025
0

The company has more than 250 employees in the city of Maryborough, three hours north of Brisbane, and 122 of those are at risk.

Victorian Western Line Major V/Line Delays – 20/5/2025

Bardy Bigglesworth
May 20, 2025
4

Services are currently delayed due to a rail equipment fault near the Melton area with delays of up to 60 minutes.

Victorian children to get free public transport in cost-of-living budget relief

Bardy Bigglesworth
May 18, 2025
1

The Victorian government will make public transport free for all children from next year in a bid to relieve cost-of-living pressures.

Near misses spike on Melbourne’s train network as teens run across tracks

Bardy Bigglesworth
May 18, 2025
0

Metro has told 9News one in 10 teenagers are running across the tracks while the boom gates are down.

‘Deplorable’: Frustrated V/Line commuters flood the 3AW talkback line

Bardy Bigglesworth
May 16, 2025
6

It comes after signal faults impacted both the Geelong and Ballarat lines Monday morning

Acting V/Line CEO reveals kangaroos are to blame for commuter chaos

Bardy Bigglesworth
May 16, 2025
2

V/Line acting CEO Warwick Horsley has apologised for the current state of V/Line services.

Timelines for swath of Victorian construction projects blow out

Bardy Bigglesworth
May 13, 2025
1

Regional rail upgrades, road projects and public housing builds are among a string of Victorian projects that have been hit by delays.

Elon Musk’s Boring Company Is in Talks With Government Over Amtrak Project

Helen Carrie
May 13, 2025
4

The Federal Railroad Administration has brought in the tunneling company to see if it could help with a multibillion-dollar rail project.

My thoughts on Melbourne Airport Rail, and what we should do while there isn’t any

Bardy Bigglesworth
May 13, 2025
0

The limited public transport access in Tullamarine Airport is a problem that affects customers and employees alike and is broadly recognised as such.

More Train Services, Metro Tunnel And Airport Rail

Bardy Bigglesworth
May 13, 2025
3

A further $98.7 million will deliver more frequent services for passengers on other lines, making it easier for passengers to get to work and home sooner.

This New York train station was the world’s most expensive Sunshine may have it beat

Bardy Bigglesworth
May 13, 2025
1

How can you spend $4 billion on a train station?

Allan to splash another $727m on Metro Tunnel — see which lines benefit

Bardy Bigglesworth
May 13, 2025
1

The state government will spend more than $700m to facilitate ‘turn up and go’ train services once the $15bn Metro Tunnel opens. But not all train lines will benefit from the cash.

Tom Elliott left concerned by Melbourne’s projected population by 2050

Helen Carrie
May 13, 2025
4

Tom Elliott has voiced his concerns with Melbourne projected population by 2050.

A dog’s breakfast on Swan Hill Line Mother’s Day and Warrnambool run

Snuffle Nose
May 13, 2025
7

A lack of rolling stock and overcrowding was affecting Swan Hill line at 05:40 as it was reduced from Loco Haul to VLocity 3×1 to Bendigo and Bus to Swan Hill 07:40.

Ugly twist in Bandt fight for seat of Melbourne

Helen Carrie
May 6, 2025
1

Greens leader Adam Bandt is in the fight of his life with Labor’s Sarah Witty to hold onto his Melbourne seat – but there’s been a big development in the vote count.

Taste Of Goulburn 707 Operation Inc Tour 26 Apr 25

Snuffle Nose
May 5, 2025
6

The tour train was tabled to pull in 3B in Southern Cross Station as “Special” pulls in 07:43 with P20 and A66 locomotive leading toward Seymour.

Southwest Airlines passenger allegedly strips naked, poops on plane seat during flight

Helen Carrie
May 5, 2025
1

A passenger’s gruesome act while on a plane has been revealed, with others in the cabin shocked by what they saw.

Airport Rail to throttle train services in $15bn Metro Tunnel

Bardy Bigglesworth
April 30, 2025
6

New track diagrams show rail lines from Melbourne’s west are likely to have to limit services running through the $15 billion Metro Tunnel once it opens.

Kalgoorlie rail realignment hinges on freight network negotiations

Bardy Bigglesworth
April 27, 2025
2

A proposed realignment of rail around Kalgoorlie’s Super Pit gold mine and the development of an intermodal transport facility has been mooted for decades.

Anthony Albanese announces support for WA government to buy back state’s freight rail network

Bardy Bigglesworth
April 27, 2025
0

Federal Labor has promised to help the WA government in its bid to buy back the state’s freight rail network if re-elected, and has raised […]

Aussies overwhelmingly reject Welcome to Country in staggering poll

Helen Carrie
April 27, 2025
3

Tens of thousands of Aussies have made their opinion clear on Welcome to Country ceremonies following the Anzac Day booing controversy.

Modernising the RRL and removing diesel trains from Southern Cross Station

Bardy Bigglesworth
April 23, 2025
4

Melbourne could be one of the only major cities where diesel trains service suburbs not clean electric trains.

Melton station design released with expensive skyrail at the centre stupid approach

Bardy Bigglesworth
April 23, 2025
7

It is now beyond embarrassing.

Luxury Tourist Train to Victoria Falls Derails in Zimbabwe After Collision

Bardy Bigglesworth
April 19, 2025
1

Rovos Rail luxury train, en route from Pretoria to Victoria Falls with foreign tourists for the Easter weekend, collided with a freight train in Zimbabwe on Friday

A real-time journey through the Metro Tunnel

Bardy Bigglesworth
April 19, 2025
2

Welcome aboard your stopping all stations trip through the Metro Tunnel.

The Church Singles Tour: A Career Retrospective

Brian Evans
April 17, 2025
1

The Church remain one of the most innovative and enduring bands of their…or any…era.

Cancelling Suburban Rail Loop likely to cost billions

Bardy Bigglesworth
April 17, 2025
2

The SRL contracts also rely heavily on a “pain-share, gain-share” model in which the state government and builders split the overruns and savings on the project equally.

Teenagers break into Sydney train control room

gobstopper
April 15, 2025
4

Shocking footage has emerged of teenagers breaking into a control room and dangling off the side of a moving train.

Gold Coast spends 60 years rebuilding rail line it ripped up

gobstopper
April 15, 2025
3

He said the council was not involved any decision making for the heavy rail line.

Mordialloc Railway Station designs and level crossing removal

Bardy Bigglesworth
April 10, 2025
2

Jacinta Allan announced the final designs for a new Mordialloc train station.

Melbourne Airport has been voted the best airport in Australia and the Pacific

Helen Carrie
April 10, 2025
5

It’s also the fifth time in six years Melbourne has taken home the prize, with previous wins in 2020 and 2021.

Montana passenger rail service gains steam as Billings Depot poises for revival

gobstopper
April 10, 2025
1

It’s been nearly half a century since the last passenger train rolled through the historic Billings Depot.

Commuter Rail train collides with tractor-trailer at Canton railroad crossing

gobstopper
April 10, 2025
0

The MBTA deployed shuttle buses to transport passengers between the Stoughton and Canton Center stations after the crash.

Leaked figures question key promise for $15b Melbourne Metro Tunnel

Bardy Bigglesworth
April 10, 2025
2

Fewer trains are expected to run through a $15 billion tunnel in peak periods than promised, as a day-one timetable is firmed up.

Mineral Sands projects could inject much needed long term revenue into rail network

Bardy Bigglesworth
April 7, 2025
2

Mineral sand trains have used Victorian tracks previous with mining in the north west and processing near Hamilton.

They should have been retired by now. Here’s why we’re stuck with XPTs

Helen Carrie
April 7, 2025
3

Regional Transport Minister Jenny Aitchison said the state government did not have enough trains for extra services on the Sydney-Canberra route, blaming its Coalition predecessor for delays to the new fleets.

V/Line to rationalise Warrnambool Yard removing important infrastructure locking out users

Bardy Bigglesworth
April 5, 2025
5

Look how they have taken what was a popular and comfortable rail journey to Warrnambool to how being an uncomfortable and overcrowded service.

Premier digs in behind Labor’s signature Rail Loop

Helen Carrie
April 3, 2025
1

Jacinta Allan is obsessed with the Suburban Rail Loop. It’s pie in the sky.

After a Slow Start, High-Speed Rail Might Finally Arrive in America

gobstopper
April 3, 2025
0

True high-speed rail has not yet made it to the U.S., but that will change soon. Here are the projects currently being developed.

V/Line anounces the end of comfortable travel to Warrnambool

Bardy Bigglesworth
April 1, 2025
30

After decades servicing south-west communities, the Warrnambool Line has bid farewell to its locomotive-hauled trains.

Retired V/Line Trains To Get More Freight On Rail

Bardy Bigglesworth
April 1, 2025
3

V/Line has leased 10 N-Class trains to private freight operator, Southern Shorthaul Railroad, on a long-term agreement.

Riding on board The Overland and Adelaide Metro 28-30 March 2025

Snuffle Nose
April 1, 2025
6

I shuffled in Southern Cross Station to see the Overland Shunted in the station at Platform 2 and N12 sitting at 3 B attached to a locomotive.

Jacinta Allan says SRL will be built with or without Peter Dutton

Bardy Bigglesworth
April 1, 2025
3

Peter Dutton will stop Federal Funding of the SRL

Appointments made to oversee ARTC rail network

Bardy Bigglesworth
April 1, 2025
0

New appointments have been made to the boards of the Australian Rail Track Corporation and National Intermodal.

Why we need a train to Avalon Airport

Bardy Bigglesworth
March 28, 2025
11

How does one get there with little stress? You catch the train of course but that only goes as far as Avalon Railway Station and then you have the shocking transfer from the train to the bus.

‘Road bully’: Truck driver filmed swerving into ute on Ring Road

Brian Evans
March 27, 2025
1

Trucks licences are very easy to obtain now which Vicroads making it much easier to drive a dangerous heavy vehicle.

Very poor performance on Warrnambool line on 25th March

Snuffle Nose
March 27, 2025
2

Was going to have a last ride on the Warrnambool before the 31 March it all went downhill.

Labor plans for another 1.8 million immigrants for Australia

Helen Carrie
March 27, 2025
0

In another worrying and down right stupid idea, Labor are planning to bring another 1.8 million people into Australia (over 5 years) with many of […]

The McKay brothers are they an overrated pair of players?

Helen Carrie
March 27, 2025
4

There are two brothers playing in the AFL Ben and Harry McKay. Ben McKay plays for the Essendon Football Club and has not had a […]

Queensland government breaks election promise of rail line to Maroochydore

gobstopper
March 26, 2025
1

He argued trackless trams were cheaper, quicker to roll out, and offered a more flexible solution to moving large crowds of people through built-up areas.

SSR loaded grain to the Port of Melbourne through Footscray

Brian Evans
March 26, 2025
1

This live session captured S312-S311-N454 between West Footscray and the Bunbury Street Tunnel where the train was halted yet again.

Freight empire collapses owing $116m

Bardy Bigglesworth
March 25, 2025
0

Family-owned Austrans Container Services was placed into liquidation last July, but documents filed with the corporate regulator reveal Gregory O’Shea is being investigated.

Southern Cross Railway Station upgrade includes rubbish bins

Helen Carrie
March 23, 2025
1

Bins are finally arriving at Southern Cross Station this coming May.

Matt Carrick CEO of V/Line finally leaves with Network performance in spotlight

Bardy Bigglesworth
March 22, 2025
13

As we have always thought here it is not about getting the right person for the job it is about reward career public servants.

Infrastructure Australia questions viability of Victorian government’s suburban rail project

Bardy Bigglesworth
March 21, 2025
1

Infrastructure Australia’s business case evaluation report argues the $34.5 billion price tag put on SRL East in 2020 is outdated and lacks detail.

Detached V/Line train causes delays

Bardy Bigglesworth
March 21, 2025
5

This is yet another failure of V/Line with many of these incidents happening across the network with alarming regularity.

Warrnambool Line failures continue with defective Vlocity trains

Bardy Bigglesworth
March 21, 2025
5

The 10:20am departure from Melbourne to Warrnambool on 20th March 2025 was terminated at Winchelsea due to a defective Vlocity train.

Geelong and Warrnambool Rail Lines to close once again

Bardy Bigglesworth
March 21, 2025
2

Across the 14 days, works will also take place to upgrade the stabling yard near Warrnambool Station, to enable VLocity trains to be housed overnight.

Why Tom Elliott believes future airport rail link is a ‘dud’

Bardy Bigglesworth
March 21, 2025
1

The project now has support from the airport and both levels of government, with services tipped to start by 2033.

Rail News

Freight train derailment in Melbourne area cancels Overland

Bardy Bigglesworth
March 21, 2025
5

Journey Beyond Rail has advised customers the Overland train will not run and will be replaced by coaches between Melbourne and Adelaide.

Melbourne Airport Rail Link set to proceed under new agreement

Bardy Bigglesworth
March 20, 2025
1

Though today’s agreement stops short of stipulating a completion date – the project had originally been earmarked for a 2029 completion but has been delayed by at least four years.

Warrnambool 4-5th March 2025 to see the progress those stabling yard in Warrnambool

Snuffle Nose
March 17, 2025
2

I had dinner on board as the service was fairly crowded in the evening toward Geelong and Waurn Ponds on Tuesday night and most the bulk of people were in 3 reservation cars.

Where does Victoria sit in the national debt stakes?

Helen Carrie
March 16, 2025
0

Uncomfortable with headlines that constantly bash Victoria’s state debt.

Metro Trains carriage damaged as battery fire rages onboard

Bardy Bigglesworth
March 16, 2025
0

A metro trains melbourne service between Boxhill and Camberwell caught fire this week due tio a e-bike battery errupting in flame onboard the carriage.

Centrex phosphate mine enters voluntary administration citing rail costs

Bardy Bigglesworth
March 13, 2025
2

Phosphate was supposed to be the outback’s next big economic opportunity, but one mining company says the cost of rail freight has brought its project to the end of the line.

Federal Labor commits $1 billion to connect Sydney’s south-west with Western Sydney Airport

Bardy Bigglesworth
March 13, 2025
1

The funding would not go towards constructing a rail line but will instead be spent on securing the land and planning required to construct a new line.

Spencer Street Railway Station – a walk down memory lane

Bardy Bigglesworth
March 13, 2025
2

March 2019 marked 15 years since a former Melbourne institution, the Spencer Street Station building, closed on Friday 12 March 2004

Riding and observing train movement on the Warrnambool line

Snuffle Nose
March 10, 2025
11

I did numerous trips on the daytime Warrnambool route in this period.

QantasLink planes crashes through runway lights during take-off

Bardy Bigglesworth
March 9, 2025
1

Authorities have launched an investigation into the serious runway excursion.

Myki meltdown: Millions wasted as company abandons tech upgrade

Bardy Bigglesworth
March 9, 2025
5

This is firmly on the shoulders of Ben Carroll who as minister approved the failed procurement process and the choice of supplier despite the department not in favour of the winning bid.

New ghost shift scam claims at Metro Tunnel spark major probe

Bardy Bigglesworth
March 7, 2025
1

The Big Build was rocked by the allegations, detailed by whistleblowers, which included construction firms being billed for shifts that workers did not fill or never completed.

Elon Musk suggests the U.S. should privatize the Postal Service and Amtrak

Helen Carrie
March 6, 2025
2

During a remote appearance at a technology conference in San Francisco, Musk told attendees the U.S. should privatize “as much as possible.”

Transport response to Tropical Cyclone Alfred

Bardy Bigglesworth
March 5, 2025
1

Strong winds, heavy rainfall, and potential major flooding are expected from Taree to Tweed Heads.

Queensland Rail to shutdown Brisbane rail network

Bardy Bigglesworth
March 5, 2025
3

The network will reopen as soon as it is safe.

Running taps, trashed stalls: Devonport toilets hit by ‘appalling’ vandalism

Helen Carrie
March 4, 2025
2

A public toilet block in Devonport has been left in a ‘disgusting state’ by vandals, with images of the mess going viral on social media.

Victoria’s draft 30-year infrastructure strategy 2025-2055

Brian Evans
March 4, 2025
4

The draft 30-year strategy has been prepared by our team of economists, land use planners, sector experts and social researchers. It uses the latest available data and new modelling.

Railway emergency at Inverleigh, Victoria

Bardy Bigglesworth
March 3, 2025
1

Details of the incident are still patchy but it is believed the train involved in the incident could be the SCT 7922V service between Horsham and Melbourne.

Chinese vessel suspected of damaging an undersea cable between Taiwan and Kinmen Island

Helen Carrie
February 27, 2025
0

The crew, which is all Chinese, is being detained and taken to Taiwan.

Prime Minister announces $2 billion for Sunshine station, boost to Melton rail

Bardy Bigglesworth
February 27, 2025
1

The federal government will allocate $2 billion in funding to create a new rail hub at Sunshine, with new platforms and tracks which would play a key role in the proposed Melbourne Airport rail link.

Future Victoria: ‘Game-changing’ plan to transform Avalon into Luton of Melbourne

Bardy Bigglesworth
February 25, 2025
2

Airport bosses are looking for global inspiration to bring thousands more passengers and jobs to one of the state’s fastest-growing areas.

Geelong workers quitting their jobs over a lack of public transport to Avalon Airport precinct

Bardy Bigglesworth
February 23, 2025
6

Jarrod Stagg lives 13 kilometres from work — but his commute usually takes more than an hour.

What is the air quality like at Southern Cross Railway Station

Brian Evans
February 20, 2025
10

In response to these findings, the station’s operator, Civic Nexus, has implemented ongoing air quality monitoring and is collaborating with various stakeholders

Rail Union wants to shutdown Southern Cross Railway Station

Bardy Bigglesworth
February 20, 2025
10

After all, what self respecting and competent city runs diesel trains to their suburbs?

North East Link works shutdown until further notice

Bardy Bigglesworth
February 20, 2025
4

It is a disaster for Melbourne and the state of Victoria.

New Metro Tunnel technology to be ripped out in latest myki mess

Bardy Bigglesworth
February 19, 2025
6

This would be caused by the delays to the new Myki system a project that was never going to be completed on time or on budget.

ANL and Aurizon partner on Landbridging through Darwin

gobstopper
February 18, 2025
1

Every ANL sailing into Darwin since November 2024 has included landbridging containers for the southern states.

Sun 16/2/25 on the rails: from rolling stock shortages and odd train movements

Snuffle Nose
February 18, 2025
2

I when to ride the 07:40 Swan Hill loco haul for the day when due to rolling stock shortage not train fault as stated on V/line app it was 3×1 Car VLocity!

Chernobyl Nuclear Power Plant new confinement building hit by missile

Helen Carrie
February 15, 2025
1

The New Safe Confinement (NSC or New Shelter) is a structure put in place in 2016 to confine the remains of the number 4 reactor unit at the Chernobyl Nuclear Power Plant,

Jeff Kennett on Melbourne underground rail: 2012 vs 2025

Bardy Bigglesworth
February 13, 2025
2

He privatised the state of Victoria that now we all regret.

NSW Health workers talk about killing Israeli patients

Helen Carrie
February 12, 2025
10

Terminating the Jews? Not a good look from NSW Health.

Warrnambool Line 2025 progress of the new working timetable

Snuffle Nose
February 12, 2025
4

I was riding the 19:15 Warrnambool on the 6th Feb 2025 on the newer timetable as VLocitys now are now operating on the daytime service time slots.

V/Line train and truck collide at Kilmany in Gippsland

Bardy Bigglesworth
February 11, 2025
5

Police say the truck was towing an excavator when it and the train collided at 10:10am on Tuesday.

Why the European Union is failing

Helen Carrie
February 11, 2025
0

EU regulators think it is too dangerous to simply break a bottle across the bow of a new ship.

VLine shunting loco Y174 runs a Ballarat-bound Redan pilot in 1989

Bardy Bigglesworth
February 10, 2025
1

Today’s historic photo of the day: VLine shunting loco Y174 runs a Ballarat-bound Redan pilot near the Cuthberts Road level crossing between Redan and Linton […]

Shelbourne Bushfire 1969 – First Hand Account of the death of the branch line

Bardy Bigglesworth
February 10, 2025
0

Most of us know little or nothing of the massive fires that reigned down on the Walmer area in 1969, the fire taking with it large portions of the Maldon – Shelbourne Line.

Queensland’s 50c public transport fares hit six-month mark, with patronage up nearly 20pc

Helen Carrie
February 10, 2025
0

It’s proven very popular with public transport users, to the surprise of absolutely no-one.

The oligarchs are making off like bandits under Trump says Nick McKim

Helen Carrie
February 7, 2025
0

Climate will pay the price.

The X-Files Season 12 (2025) MULDER AND SCULLY ARE BACK!!!

Helen Carrie
February 7, 2025
0

A global internet viral phenomenon and a dangerous conspiracy threaten humanity’s future, forcing them to confront their darkest fears.

Victoria clocks deadliest January road toll in more than 15 years

Helen Carrie
February 2, 2025
1

More than 34 lives were lost on Victorian roads in January, sparking fears of the deadly trend continuing farther into 2025.

The Legacy of Ben Carroll’s time at Vicroads massive trucks on our streets

Bardy Bigglesworth
February 1, 2025
9

The roads are a lawless place under the Jacinta Allan and Ben Carroll.

American Airlines Crash: Audio Captures ATC Conversation With Black Hawk Pilot

Helen Carrie
January 31, 2025
2

Audio reveals the conversation between the control tower at Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA).

Melbourne’s west shows folly of Suburban Rail Loop

Bardy Bigglesworth
January 30, 2025
2

Infrastructure-starved residents in Melbourne’s rapidly growing west will be the biggest casualties of Labor’s folly.

Image released after alleged sex act in front of girls on train

Helen Carrie
January 30, 2025
1

Police are appealing for help after a man approached two girls on a Sydney train and allegedly performed a sex act.

First tap-and-go public transport trials in Victoria labelled ‘gimmick’ by critics

Bardy Bigglesworth
January 28, 2025
4

As part of the deal, it must introduce tap-and-go payments — but already it has fallen behind schedule, with one of the key members of the consortium, Convergint, pulling out due to problems.

Australia Day – A few facts for the uneducated disruptors

Brian Evans
January 28, 2025
9

The 26th was chosen as Australia Day for a very different and important reason.

Exchange telephonist reminisces two decades of connecting calls

Helen Carrie
January 26, 2025
1

Helen Hastwell fondly remembers the days she worked as a “Statue? Girl” connecting calls in regional South Australia to bring people closer together. “We’d put […]

Largest Australian flag to be flown at Sydney mosque for Australia Day

Helen Carrie
January 26, 2025
0

A Sydney mosque is celebrating the national holiday with an impressive feat – surpassing even that of Parliament House.

WA government flags plans to reverse privatisation of freight rail network

Bardy Bigglesworth
January 26, 2025
4

The freight rail network was sold off by the Richard Court government in 2000 under a 49-year lease, and is currently being operated by Arc Infrastructure.

Victorian premier affirms commitment to Suburban Rail Loop

Bardy Bigglesworth
January 26, 2025
1

Questioned about the status of funding decisions for the two Victorian mega-projects, federal treasurer Jim Chalmers said the government considered them as separate.

Jacqui Felgate reacts to new bombshell report on the Airport Rail Link and SRL

Bardy Bigglesworth
January 24, 2025
0

“This is the conversation that we have been having, and that everyone else has been having for the last 12 months,” she said.

New data has proven that Melburnians want the Airport Rail Link way more than the Metro Tunnel

Bardy Bigglesworth
January 24, 2025
1

There’s plenty of new train lines and stations coming to Melbourne – but they’re not the one we want the most

Feds offer more cash for Melb Airport Rail to take flight

Bardy Bigglesworth
January 24, 2025
3

The bombshell move will put pressure on the Allan government’s signature $34.5bn SRL.

Popular Victorian tourism site confirms plans not to celebrate Australia Day

Bardy Bigglesworth
January 24, 2025
3

3AW Mornings was sent communication from the popular tourism site, which asks people to instead “reflect on the values of inclusivity” rather than mark the national holiday on January 26.

Melbourne named one of the world’s best cities

Bardy Bigglesworth
January 17, 2025
3

Melbourne has been named by Time Out magazine as the fourth-best city on earth this year.

Why it’s time to make public transport FREE for major Melbourne events

Bardy Bigglesworth
January 16, 2025
2

Shane McInnes says it’s time for a complete re-think on public transport costs at major Melbourne events.

Grain season on track

Guest authors
January 16, 2025
1

Group executive coal and bulk Patrick O’Donnell said Pacific National has a track record of delivering what matters for its customers, with rail providing the most efficient mode of transport to move grain.

Sampling the Warrnambool 3×1 Vlocity after Swan Hill train service reduced Vlocity train and bus

Snuffle Nose
January 14, 2025
2

The vending machines at Warrnambool were nearly empty and cold drink machine next station office was out of order.

Nearly half of public wants new Interislander ferries to be rail-enabled

Bardy Bigglesworth
January 13, 2025
0

Horizon Research has found 48 percent of people preferred the new ferries to be ‘rail enabled’ – capable of taking roll on, roll off rail carriages.

Interstate travellers take to the train as air fares between Melbourne and Sydney soar

Bardy Bigglesworth
January 11, 2025
6

Seats on 11-hour Sydney-Melbourne service regularly sold out over holiday period, as one-way flights to Tullamarine average almost $500

Track point failure at Sunshine and riding on the 19:12 Warrnambool down

Snuffle Nose
January 9, 2025
2

It was very crowded people coming from work and from Australian Open etc. All train movement were halted Wendouree ,Wyndham Vale etc was impacted and coach transfers and Ararat Service was delayed.

Warrnambool train service is ‘a shambles’ so what’s the solution?

Bardy Bigglesworth
January 7, 2025
18

The Local State Member for Warrnambool defended what has been a disastrous change to the rolling stock on the line stating their would not be a loss of seats, that turned out to be a blatant fib.

Recent happenings on the V/Line system Vlocity and N sets why is this happening?

Snuffle Nose
December 31, 2024
8

As result in time the Vlocity will be no more reliable then a badly maintained older train known as the classic fleet the management of v/line.

Horrific video shows suspect watching woman burn to death on train after he allegedly set her on fire

Helen Carrie
December 24, 2024
1

Police are hunting for a man who allegedly lit a sleeping train passenger on fire then sat and watched her burn to death in horrifying video.

2 killed, 3 injured when freight train derails in small West Texas city after collision

Brian Evans
December 22, 2024
2

Two Union Pacific employees were killed and three people were injured when a freight train collided with a tractor-trailer and derailed.

Hastings Railway Station burns down

Bardy Bigglesworth
December 21, 2024
8

What replaces it will remain to be seen

Sampling the 19:12 Warrnambool Train

Snuffle Nose
December 20, 2024
0

I can’t imagine the hassle and stress endured of the people all lining up wanting buy food and drinks from those vending machines and juggling their luggages.

In fight against trucks, there’s a battle to control trains

Bardy Bigglesworth
December 20, 2024
5

Only about 6 per cent of containers move in and out of the Port of Melbourne by rail, a figure which has fallen by half since 2011.

Christmas warning looms for Sydney commuters after rail union’s ‘history-making’ vote for industrial action

gobstopper
December 19, 2024
0

Aussies in one state are being warned to brace for a “catastrophe” this Christmas after hundreds of rail workers voted to strike.

Regional towns set to boom with Victoria’s rail revival

Brian Evans
December 14, 2024
2

Under the $4 billion boost, every regional passenger train line has been upgraded to make services more frequent and reliable.

Sampling the Warrnambool Vlocity ex 13:10 up to Melbourne on Wed 11 Dec 2024

Snuffle Nose
December 13, 2024
0

I was sampling the new working time table and after nice comfortable ride on 17:06 which was tabled as loco haul on VN19 I hoped off and met up with the 3 car Velocity.

707 Operations Inc Weekend tour 6-8 December 2024

Snuffle Nose
December 12, 2024
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visiting and riding the Vintage Railmotors of Daylsford Tourist Railway.

How To Return Trains To Horsham

Bardy Bigglesworth
December 9, 2024
2

Momentum is really starting to build on this again, and I suspect we’ll see some of service returned within the next 5-10 years.

V/Line upgrading Warrnambool line, I think not!

Bardy Bigglesworth
December 9, 2024
7

V/Line are short on substance and large in window dressing.

Lidia Thorpe continues to divide this great nation

Helen Carrie
December 9, 2024
2

They are not her family and they don’t care about her one bit.

Experts break down the benefits and costs of Victoria’s Suburban Rail Loop project

Bardy Bigglesworth
December 9, 2024
0

The government is not backing down, and contracts are signed.

Train overcrowding shows infrastructure shortfalls, V/Line commuters say

Brian Evans
December 5, 2024
9

On the Warrnambool line, these trains have been only three-carriages long due to the station platforms not being long enough for six-carriage services.

Heavy haulage roads in regional WA labelled ‘atrocious’ amid calls for better maintenance

Brian Evans
December 5, 2024
1

All across Australia we are seeing the outcome of poor transport policy with road being the preferred mode of transport and the pollution and the major on-costs associated with it.

A Warrnambool 13:10 Service was impacted by yet another train fault on 2-12-2024

Snuffle Nose
December 3, 2024
0

Shouldn’t they keep those older train for substitutes set to cover these newer trains to cover the newer train in a event they fail?

First passenger trips onboard new intercity trains locked in as $4b fleet green-lit

gobstopper
November 30, 2024
2

The first passengers will depart Newcastle for Sydney onboard one of the state’s new $4-billion intercity train fleet.

707 Operations Inc. Member’s special to Ballarat a Day Tour

Snuffle Nose
November 28, 2024
0

On Saturday I was riding the 707 Operations Members train, this historical Volunteer non profit organisation.

Maybe a MSM Journalist should investigate why V/line management failed to manage these events

Snuffle Nose
November 28, 2024
1

I am was riding around the system recently and note a few sets were reduced from 5 cars to 4 cars for the older N sets.

Labor has ignored Melbourne’s fastest growing communities for a decade

Bardy Bigglesworth
November 26, 2024
7

The North East Link will cost more than the SRL East project.

Interesting scenes on Warrnambool run 13:08 on 20th November 2024

Snuffle Nose
November 25, 2024
17

Was roused from a deep sleep by a phone conversation next from one the two guys that the one seat next to his work mate closer to aisle of the carriage.

Bendigo Rail Line a shambles under V/Line Management

Bardy Bigglesworth
November 23, 2024
5

Where is the Minister for Public Transport when you need her?

Minns Govt Tightens Penalties for Rail Obstructions

gobstopper
November 22, 2024
1

Strengthening the penalty aims to deter extremely dangerous conduct that puts train driver, rail worker and passenger safety at risk.

US government pushes to break up Google to fix search monopoly

Brian Evans
November 22, 2024
0

Being forced to sell Chrome and Android would be among the worst possible outcomes for Google.

Sydneysiders to avoid huge transport disruptions over weekend

gobstopper
November 21, 2024
0

Major industrial action which threatened to shut down Sydney’s rail network over the weekend has been called off after the state government and rail union successfully negotiated an impasse.

Metro Tunnel fires back at ‘bad planning’ accusations from opposition

gobstopper
November 21, 2024
1

Metro Tunnel Project Director Ben Ryan said the $13.4 billion project was built in line with other underground train tunnels globally.

Trains unable to use Metro Tunnel in labor’s latest stuff up

Bardy Bigglesworth
November 21, 2024
7

The Department also confirmed that Melbourne’s newest suburban rolling stock, the Xtrapolis 2.0 – which are currently under construction – will also be unable to use the new tunnel.

Swan Hill line and more information on Sunday 17/11/24

Snuffle Nose
November 21, 2024
9

All I can say is what a dog’s breakfast for all those involved.

10:13 Warrnambool Velocity N sets and events on the rail system

Snuffle Nose
November 15, 2024
9

I am curious to know if this is so called seemly deliberate act cutting of maintenance funds for older rolling stock maintenance is a stealth tactic.

Petition to prevent the introduction of substandard Vlocity trains on the Warrnambool Line

Bardy Bigglesworth
November 9, 2024
22

This petition of residents in Victoria draws to the attention of the Legislative Assembly.

Observations on the Warrnambool Line on 13:08 service on 7th November 2024

Snuffle Nose
November 9, 2024
4

One thing some can’t grasp is the reasoning why the management is so hasty getting rid of N set in middle of rolling stock shortage.

Intermodal terminal owner teams up with interstate and regional rail freight operator

Guest authors
November 8, 2024
3

TC is delighted to have entered into an agreement with highly respected and experienced rail freight operator SSR for the provision of interstate, regional and port shuttle haulage services

Cost of no 3G now clear with airports and transport systems affected

Bardy Bigglesworth
November 8, 2024
1

The shutting down of 3G services across Australia will leave many without viable cellular coverage and carriers are aware. Gone are signal connections on long […]

Riding the Loco haul 10:13 Warrnambool before the change of the type train in use on 31 Nov 2024

Snuffle Nose
November 2, 2024
3

Suck and See happens in most situations I understand but when things doesn’t go to plan it can be rather expensive to rectify!

Potholes continue to cause problems in regional Victoria

Bardy Bigglesworth
November 1, 2024
2

Roma Britnell joined 3AW Drive to talk about the skyrocketing pothole problem in Regional Victoria.

The union buster and the unionist – an unlikely friendship

Helen Carrie
October 30, 2024
4

Albanese puts over that he is some kind of working-class hero.

A busy Sunday Morning and 07:40 Swan Hill was reduced from a 5 car loco haul to a 3 x1 car Velocities DMU!

Snuffle Nose
October 30, 2024
15

I will say it was terribly cramped on board and passengers who are taller and broader in stature may have problems with tightly spaced seating areas.

Metro Trains lunacy continues with lack of services on game day

Bardy Bigglesworth
October 28, 2024
0

As a result there were crush scenes at Jolimont Railway Station.

Australia’s fibre backbone race picks up speed

Brian Evans
October 28, 2024
0

Digital data is created every time someone takes a photo on their mobile phone, sends an email or saves a document to the cloud.

The Management of V/line

Snuffle Nose
October 24, 2024
22

Let’s take a closer look at who these people are and their level of experience in relation to their very important role.

Speeding trucks imperil safety around Footscray

Bardy Bigglesworth
October 24, 2024
0

Yarraville residents are demanding speed and red light cameras be installed at a pedestrian crossing where they claim speeding truck drivers are putting lives at risk.

What the British really think of Lidia Thorpe and her antics

Helen Carrie
October 23, 2024
1

I think this is the truth telling Australian’s are really looking for.

Warrnambool – V/Line to trash your long distance rail service

Bardy Bigglesworth
October 22, 2024
17

From Friday 1 November, communities in the south-west will have access to more modern, reliable and accessible VLocity trains running on the Warrnambool Line for […]

The stench of corruption in the Victorian Labor Govt has reached a new level

Helen Carrie
October 20, 2024
4

This is such a miscarriage of morals and poor judgement.

Barnaby Joyce is right about Anthony Albanese

Helen Carrie
October 20, 2024
1

We have created a nation where the state can order you to be locked up in your flat and we accept it.

Housing plan profoundly supports Suburban Rail Loop development

Bardy Bigglesworth
October 20, 2024
5

Changing the demographic landscape of Melbourne.

Victorian Opposition considers reviving East West Link project

Bardy Bigglesworth
October 18, 2024
0

They never learn and will not get back into government again.

Julie Inman Grant should resign immediately over failed X litigation

Helen Carrie
October 18, 2024
1

Australia’s eSafety Commissioner has admitted she got it wrong.

Dan Andrews appointed chair of youth mental health service

Helen Carrie
October 18, 2024
2

This man has no shame to even accept this job he is an unmitigated disaster for this state both for mental health and fiscally.

Heatherton resident beats up SRL works engages in misinformation

Bardy Bigglesworth
October 15, 2024
6

Residents of a southeast Melbourne suburb are up in arms after being told of significant disruption for a major government project just days before works begin.

ARTC ignores community and despite protests destroys historic Euroa Goods Shed

Bardy Bigglesworth
October 15, 2024
8

Thanks to everybody who got behind this #campaign to save our 1873 shed.

Vlocity trains are not the answer for Regional Victoria

Snuffle Nose
October 14, 2024
14

Seems some Victorian’s are waking up to V/Lines poor management of rolling stock across the network.

Meta’s $2 Billion Mother Of All Submarine Cables For AI Will Forever Change India

Brian Evans
October 7, 2024
0

With a billion users on Facebook, Instagram and WhatsApp, India is already Meta’s largest market in terms of users surpassing the US.

Opposition leader to try cancel Suburban Rail Loop if elected

Bardy Bigglesworth
October 2, 2024
1

Opposition leader John Pesutto has pledged to try cancel the Suburban Rail Loop project if his government is elected in 2026.

Level Crossing Removal Programme misses the point of why we are doing this

Bardy Bigglesworth
September 30, 2024
2

Why has the Victorian ALP sold this multi-billion dollar programme of work as a must do for rail services when it primary outcome is the better flowing traffic after the level crossing has been removed?

Regional trains in NSW are old, slow and half-empty – but I still enjoy the ride

gobstopper
September 30, 2024
0

The ageing fleet of Xplorer trains are running late half the time and can’t get up to speed on single tracks, but the 10-hour journey still has much to recommend it.

Discussions underway to build SA’s next generation rail fleet with battery electric trains

gobstopper
September 30, 2024
1

The future of South Australia’s rail network has been the topic of discussions between some of the world’s biggest rail companies at InnoTrans 2024.

Preserving cane train history before Australian rail buffs run out of puff

gobstopper
September 27, 2024
0

Railway enthusiast Brad Peadon is convinced time is running out to preserve remnants from the glory years of Australia’s cane trains.

Metro Tunnel faces ANOTHER massive cost blowout

Bardy Bigglesworth
September 27, 2024
7

Minister for Transport Infrastructure, Danny Pearson, announced a cost blowout of $837 million today, with the project now expected to cost $15 billion, $4 billion more than the original cost.

MP says capacity won’t be reduced on trains with 50 per cent less seats

Bardy Bigglesworth
September 20, 2024
12

A roll-out of more weekend services will mean overall capacity won’t be reduced when the region’s VLocity trains operate with half as many seats, Warrnambool-based […]

Onboard the R707 day tour to Maldon on 14th September 2024

Snuffle Nose
September 17, 2024
7

A rare occasion behind R 707 and T413 and using the same train to ride on the Maldon Branch Line toward Maldon from Castlemaine and pulled by J Class Oil Burning Locomotive to Maldon

Melbourne has been named the most congested city in Australia

Bardy Bigglesworth
September 13, 2024
6

Melbourne has been named Australia’s most congested city with Victorians spending an estimated 92 hours a year stuck in traffic according to data released by Novated Lease.

V/Line reduces seating capacity on Warrnambool line with Vlocity services

Bardy Bigglesworth
September 13, 2024
33

V/Line just cannot run a rail service that is fit for longer distance passengers and routes.

Full steam ahead for rail trail with no business case

Bardy Bigglesworth
September 9, 2024
7

Bendigo West MP Maree Edwards seems hell bent on pushing through a rail trail removing a key rail line between two large regional cities in Victoria.

Second western freight hub shelved in six months

Bardy Bigglesworth
September 6, 2024
4

The Victorian government has defended the state’s logistics capacity after a freight giant scrapped plans for a new rail terminal.

The cost of the SRL will be huge, not building it will cost us more

Bardy Bigglesworth
September 5, 2024
2

The argument that we are saddling future generations with debt doesn’t wash.

Workers evacuated after fire in Metro Tunnel near Town Hall

Bardy Bigglesworth
September 5, 2024
0

The fire believed to have been small in size created a substantial amount of smoke and has been extingushed.

The changing face of the former Spencer St Railway Station

Snuffle Nose
September 2, 2024
5

Spencer St Station was renamed Southern Cross Station after it was redesigned.

Resumption of passenger rail services between Ballarat and Geelong long overdue

Bardy Bigglesworth
September 1, 2024
8

For reasons unknown the government and V/Line have refused to return services for the travelling public despite requests from the Ballarat and Geelong regional councils.

Introduce a Trial Shuttle Passenger Train Service between Maryborough and Mildura

gobstopper
September 1, 2024
2

More than 75000 residents live in the Sunraysia and in communities along the Mildura rail line and they have not had a passenger train service since it was axed under the Kennett government

Bairnsdale line train services just became a whole lot worse

Bardy Bigglesworth
August 31, 2024
17

In continuing to take the network back to the 1950’s a new time for the Bairnsdale Line starting September 15th 2024 will remove the final locomotive hauled services from the line.

Katie Hall MP does not like to be questioned on her press releases and performance

Brian Evans
August 30, 2024
8

Katie Hall MP the ALP Member for Footscray recently placed a press release on her page but also shared it on social media namely Facebook and Instagram.

Poor and outdated transport policy is adding to air quality issues at Southern Cross

Brian Evans
August 30, 2024
12

We need urgent electrification of Geelong, Ballarat and a plan for Bendigo. Don’t be fooled the government is well aware of this.

Riding the upgraded Warrnambool Line on 29th August 2024

Snuffle Nose
August 29, 2024
5

Line closed at 14th June for upgrades to 25th of August on the Warrnambool line and I decided to ride it to observe for myself the riding quality of the train.

A trip to Waurn Ponds with new rail works at South Geelong

Brian Evans
August 28, 2024
8

Resumption of trains on the new line upgrades, a trip from Melbourne to Waurn Ponds was in order.

Does Eureka Stadium in Ballarat need a railway station?

Bardy Bigglesworth
August 26, 2024
7

Ballarat’s Eureka Stadium is in desperate need of a railway station and underpass connecting the ground to the rail network.

The significantly flawed Westgate Tunnel Project a blight on Melbourne

Bardy Bigglesworth
August 25, 2024
11

Billions of dollars and millions of hours of labour to make the city worse.

Is a political U-turn on the cards for the Suburban Rail Loop?

Bardy Bigglesworth
August 21, 2024
3

Concerns have reached political fever pitch over the $34.5bn political albatross strangling the Allan government.

Passengers review Cranbourne Railway Station and Cranbourne Line (warning)

gobstopper
August 14, 2024
4

Then you get on the train 7.40am and there is vomit all through a carriage.

Reopening of the Warrnambool Line with DMU testing to commence

Snuffle Nose
August 13, 2024
11

Understand testing will commence this week for the newer Velocities DMU rail cars 3×2 layout.

Victoria’s freight task to reach 900 million tonnes per annum in 2051

Bardy Bigglesworth
August 8, 2024
6

Over the next 20 years, the freight task in the state of Victoria is expected to experience significant growth.

Why does Vicroads permit road trains to use suburban streets in Melbourne?

Brian Evans
July 31, 2024
26

How could any government be so poor at rail freight that almost every rail freight project is over budget or not delivered at all.

Time to reduce Australia’s reliance on Road Freight and reduce emissions

Brian Evans
July 22, 2024
4

A properly run series of national passenger trains is exactly what Australia has been seeking and will do a lot for the tourism industry

Continuously welded rail on the Victorian Railway System

Snuffle Nose
July 13, 2024
2

Trying understand the pros and cons of Continuous Weld Track Joins Technology use in the Vic Regional Railway System

A walk around Princes Park the home of the Carlton Football Club

Brian Evans
July 11, 2024
6

Princess Park even hosted the 1945 Grand Final to a packed crowd. Sadly the last AFL game to be played this ground was against Melbourne in I think 2005.

The Darebin Council deception continues in Northcote

Guest authors
June 12, 2024
5

At least we have seen a pause over the wanton damage to our streets.

How Darebin Council failed the environment and Northcote

Guest authors
June 3, 2024
4

Tree canopies keep neighbourhoods cool in summer, provide shade, create habitat for wildlife, and help support cleaner air and waterways.

Darebin Council removes 600 years of trees from Clarke Street Northcote

Guest authors
May 23, 2024
3

This inner city area needs more canopy trees not less and no consultation with residents has been undertaken. Simply a disgrace.

Exploring the rail freight opportunity in Australia

gobstopper
April 28, 2024
2

Prological’s Peter Jones explains in this MHD op-ed the benefits of rail freight and how adopting aspects of the European model can help us decrease our reliance […]