Federal Government Considers Additional Funding for Melbourne Airport Rail Link

Victorian Premier Jacinta Allan reiterates commitment to both the Suburban Rail Loop and airport rail projects despite funding discussions.

The federal government is reportedly willing to allocate additional funding to the Melbourne Airport Rail Link, currently budgeted at $10 billion.
The Suburban Rail Loop, estimated to cost $34 billion, has received $2.2 billion in federal funding, though its release remains under assessment.
Victorian Premier Jacinta Allan emphasized her government's commitment to completing both major infrastructure projects.
The Melbourne Airport Rail Link, delayed by disputes over station design, is now expected to be completed by 2033 after a compromise on an above-ground station.
Federal and state officials continue discussions on Victoria's infrastructure priorities, with no formal decision linking the two projects' funding.