Sydney's $21 billion driverless metro line under the CBD has opened, with commuters now taking their first train trips on the mega infrastructure project.
: The metro, which runs from Chatswood in Sydney's north to Sydenham in the inner west via tunnels under Sydney Harbour, is expected to carry around 37,000 passengers in morning peaks. Its opening was pushed back in July after the NSW government said more time was needed for safety checks. Premier Chris Minns said the project was a "huge change for Sydney and a big step forward" for its transport network.
" Transport Minister Jo Haylen said the opening of the line was a "truly a historic moment" in the city's history. "What an incredible day to experience the first passengers travelling on the new M1 extension deep below the city and under the harbour," she said. Passengers could travel from Sydenham to Chatswood in 22 minutes and from the CBD to North Sydney in just three minutes.
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