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Allegations challenge integrity of Melbourne Airport Rail Link business case

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What happened

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A confidential submission revealed that a secret working group was established in late 2017 or early 2018, directed by Jacinta Allan, to study routes for the Melbourne Airport Rail Link (MARL). The submission alleges that financial estimates were doctored and a senior public servant was threatened to ensure the proposed line ran through Sunshine instead of a more direct route to the city.

From smh.com.au

Why it matters

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These allegations challenge the integrity of the business case for the MARL project, which is a priority for Premier Ben Carroll. The controversy also calls into question the $12 billion joint funding commitment between the state and federal governments.

From smh.com.au

Who's involved

  • Jacinta AllanDirected a secret working group concerning the MARL route.
  • Ben CarrollPremier whose priority project (MARL) is challenged by the allegations.
  • Transport for VictoriaThe agency responsible for the MARL route study.
  • VictoriaThe state government whose funding commitment is questioned.
  • Anthony AlbaneseThe federal government involved in the joint funding commitment for MARL.

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  • VictoriaSpeculative

    Victoria might face challenges to the integrity of the $12 billion joint funding commitment.

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