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Train for the Games

The Sunshine Coast Daily has launched the Train for the Games campaign to push for Brisbane to Maroochydore rail via the CAMCOS corridor.Over coming weeks we will reveal what is holding this project back, why the region is in desperate need for better transport options and what can be done about it.

‘No time to waste’ but federal Labor fails to commit rail funding

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‘No time to waste’ but federal Labor fails to commit rail funding

The federal Opposition has given the strongest indication yet it would support the $3.2bn Beerwah to Maroochydore rail link if in power. Find out why the party is yet to commit funding.

Property developer and philanthropist Lang Walker at his $3.2bn development Parramatta Square, with a large painting by Aboriginal artist Yaritji Young. Story is about Mr Walker and his Walker Family Foundation which has donated $20m to support a science academy for school students at the new Powerhouse Parramatta museum. Mr Walker commissioned Yaritji Young to paint the 6m x 8m painting for the 6 Parramatta Square tower. Jane Dempster/The Australian.

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Property tycoon backs Maroochydore rail bid

International property tycoon Lang Walker has revealed his support for extending passenger rail into Maroochydore.

‘100% confident’: Transport Minister says CBD rail link is priority

‘100% confident’: Transport Minister says CBD rail link is priority

Transport Minister Mark Bailey refuted “doomsday merchants” who fear a Brisbane to Maroochydore rail line may miss the 2032 deadline, stating the project is a Games priority.

New demographic could shake-up Sunshine Coast election results

New demographic could shake-up Sunshine Coast election results

A political analyst says it won’t be an upset but there will be a shift in support on the Sunshine Coast, as calls for major infrastructure funding grow.

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‘Never shy’: Mayor hits back at critics amid $1.6bn rail debate

‘Never shy’: Mayor hits back at critics amid $1.6bn rail debate

The Sunshine Coast Council mayor has revealed his support for a Maroochydore rail link but warned a $1.6bn funding promise left the region in “uncertain territory”.

$1.38bn vs how much?: How Gold and Sunshine Coast compares

$1.38bn vs how much?: How Gold and Sunshine Coast compares

Governments have come under fire for lack of public transport funding. Now it can be revealed how much cash has been splashed on the state’s fastest growing region.

With the growth of the Coast and the highway becoming a car park I'd be happy with rail connecting to Brisbane but not light rail along the coast. Allanah Powell, Buderim

Street poll: Residents have say on Maroochydore to Brisbane rail

We hit the streets to find out what residents thought about Brisbane to Maroochydore rail. Here’s what they had to say:

‘Put politics aside’: Key players slam Sunshine Coast rail delays

‘Put politics aside’: Key players slam Sunshine Coast rail delays

Some of the Sunshine Coast’s powerful businesspeople fear the region could lose a golden opportunity with $1.6bn on the table for Brisbane to Maroochydore rail.

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Train for the Games: Sunshine Coast residents back rail campaign

Train for the Games: Sunshine Coast residents back rail campaign

Residents have revealed their support for heavy rail from Brisbane to Maroochydore, while governments remain at loggerheads over funding. VOTE IN OUR POLL

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