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LVMH’s Belmond blames Carlyle unit for fatal Machu Picchu train crash
In a letter to the office of the prime minister, it said Inca Rail had transited through an unauthorised part of the tracks, leading to the head-on collision.
December 2025
Victoria’s AA credit at risk under rail loop funding plan: S&P
The agency had already singled out the SRL as a big risk when it reaffirmed Victoria’s AA credit rating in July, saying there was a danger of cost blowouts.
Developers to be taxed $34k for each new home near Melbourne rail loop
Jacinta Allan has unveiled new levies on dwellings in the transport precinct to help pay for the $34.5 billion first stage of the mega infrastructure project.
Former Victorian auditor warns on federal bailout
The auditor who examined Victoria’s debt-laden finances during the 1990s warns the state appears on track for another bailout.
Albanese government to stump up $10b for Victorian rail loop
The Allan government will sign a mammoth new contract to build and operate the Suburban Rail Loop after the federal government pitched in with funds.
November 2025
‘Bloody amazing’: fanfare as $15.5b train line opens
Thousands of people turned out for the first services on Melbourne’s long-awaited new Metro Rail tunnel on Sunday.
Everything you need to know about Melbourne’s new Metro Rail
There’s a new train tunnel deep under Swanston Street. But it has a much wider significance for a fast-growing city.
Infrastructure challenge mirrors Australia’s economic weaknesses
The persistent challenge will be to secure and grow the pool of private dollars to fund the next generation of infrastructure.
Liveris confident Brisbane 2032 Olympics infrastructure will be ready
The Brisbane 2032 boss said he was confident deadlines could be met despite potential headwinds caused by workforce and supply chain pressures.
Italian group comes calling for WA rail contractor in $180m deal
The deal spells a $180 million payday for Ian Abbot and Chris Prior, two blue-collar workers who started the business seven years ago.
October 2025
CFMEU gives Victoria a slap at the end of the (West Gate) tunnel
The union expertly exploited the Allan government’s infrastructure honeypot, and it is still finding ways to flex its muscles.
August 2025
No customers for new Sydney rail hub a year after opening
Qube’s new interstate rail terminal at the Moorebank logistics park has not signed up any new customers despite opening more than a year ago.
Aurizon axes more jobs as net profit slides 25pc
The rail freight operator is cutting more corporate jobs and extending a stock buyback after annual net profit dipped to $303 million.
Aurizon in discussions to sell $4b stake in Queensland rail network
The country’s largest listed freight business has spoken to private infrastructure investors and hedge funds in what could be its biggest shake-up in 15 years.
July 2025
Brookfield rail network player Arc shops debt amid government standoff
The leaseholder of more than 5500 kilometres of rail infrastructure in the WA has mandated ANZ, MUFG and the SMBC to arrange a loan of least $300 million.
Brookfield scoops up $132m from WA rail networks
The Canadian infrastructure group is reaping healthy dividends from its West Australian freight rail business. But the state government wants to buy it back.
June 2025
The deal that could unlock Australia’s next mining hero
BHP’s Olympic Dam expansion could be Australian mining’s next big thing. A crucial piece of the puzzle just fell into place.
Glebe Island housing plan risks freight cost blowout
As the NSW government considers moving Bays Port for housing, a freight review has warned the prime real estate will come at a cost.
May 2025
End of an era: Downer closes in on sale of 49pc stake in Keolis Downer
Downer EDI is weeks away from cashing out of a joint venture that has over the past 15 years held plum public transport contracts in Melbourne and Adelaide.
Aurizon slashes 200 jobs as Whyalla impairment bites
The rail freight group is hauling less bulk commodities, partly because of big customers such as the Whyalla Steelworks being in administration.
