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Melbourne's Metro Tunnel Complete: First Look Inside

After years of anticipation, Melbourne's transformative Metro Tunnel project is complete. Discover the stunning new stations and how this underground rail network will reshape the city's commute forever.

Britain's Pothole Crisis: The Shocking Truth

Exclusive investigation reveals how Britain's reactive approach to road maintenance is costing taxpayers billions while creating dangerous pothole-ridden streets across the UK.

Scotland and Irish county forge historic transport partnership

In an unprecedented cross-border agreement, the Scottish Government has partnered with Ireland's County Donegal to create a revolutionary transport network, with Network Rail providing crucial technical expertise for this international collaboration.

Sydney Train Chaos: Overstretched Wire from 2020 Blamed

An official report has found that a critical overhead wire failure, which brought Sydney's train network to a standstill, occurred because the wire was stretched beyond its breaking point during installation in 2020.

Gatwick Expansion: A Saga of Planning Paralysis

After years of bureaucratic delays and political wrangling, Gatwick Airport's crucial second runway project finally gets the green light. We examine why it shouldn't have been this difficult.

Government rejects £2.2bn Gatwick Airport rail link

Chancellor Rachel Reeves has rejected a £2.2 billion proposal to upgrade Gatwick Airport's rail connection, dealing a blow to the airport's expansion ambitions and highlighting tensions between government infrastructure priorities.

Gatwick's French Owner Plots £6bn London Transport Takeover

Exclusive: The French conglomerate that owns Gatwick Airport is exploring a monumental £6 billion takeover bid for a major London transport hub, sparking a potential political firestorm over foreign ownership of critical UK infrastructure.

Gatwick Airport Second Runway Plans Advance After Policy Shift

London Gatwick Airport is advancing plans for a second runway, leveraging a major government policy change. This expansion could significantly boost capacity and reshape UK aviation, creating jobs and economic growth while facing environmental scrutiny.

Hidden Bus Stop Feature Stuns Australian Commuters

Australian bus passengers are discovering a remarkable, little-known feature at their stops that provides real-time arrival information with a simple press of a button, revolutionising the daily commute.

Sydney's 'Ugly' Highway Set for £1.5bn Transformation

A groundbreaking £1.5 billion plan promises to finally transform Sydney's notorious Western Distributor highway, replacing concrete with green spaces and pedestrian-friendly infrastructure after four decades of failed attempts.

Elon Musk humiliated by UK firm's brilliant response

Billionaire Elon Musk faces humiliation after a UK electric vehicle charging company's brutally simple response to his criticism exposes fundamental flaws in his argument about British infrastructure.

London's Transport Exodus: Central Commuting Plummets

Exclusive analysis of Oyster and contactless data shows a dramatic decline in Tube and bus usage in Central London, while the DLR thrives. Discover the new map of London's commuting patterns and what it means for the city's future.

Man dies after fall at Liverpool Street station

A man has tragically died after falling approximately 30 feet from an escalator at Liverpool Street station. British Transport Police and London Ambulance Service responded to the incident, which caused significant disruption during the evening commute.

Lisbon Funicular Tragedy: City's Old vs New Struggle

A devastating funicular accident in Lisbon's historic Alfama district sparks urgent questions about urban infrastructure, mass tourism, and the perilous struggle to preserve the soul of a city.

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