Parramatta light rail set to launch on December 20 after five years of construction delays

Parramatta's new light rail service will open on Friday, December 20, after five years of construction and delays. The L4 Westmead and Carlingford Line will connect key areas in Parramatta's CBD, with first services starting at 5am. The project faced significant setbacks, including equipment defects and faulty components, which delayed the opening. An audit revealed issues with braking and track safety, but extensive testing has now been completed. The NSW government has trained all 55 drivers for the service. A public safety campaign is in place to educate the community about the new trams, which are quieter and require caution around them.