Sydney seeks $4 billion annually for metro projects as T3 rail line shuts down

Sydney needs $4 billion annually for future metro projects as the T3 rail line shuts down for at least a year. This closure affects around 60,000 daily commuters, who will face longer bus journeys. The recent opening of the inner-city Sydney Metro line has increased rail usage, despite some drops in foot traffic. The new line is seen as a major upgrade to the city's transport infrastructure. The T3 line's conversion to metro standards aims to improve long-term transport for southwestern Sydney. A new metro line, M1, will connect Bankstown to Tallawong, with further expansions planned for 2032.