Re: Reopening NSW branch lines

[dbromage@fang.omni.com.au (David Bromage)]

Hunslet (hunslet@cia.com.au) wrote:
> Whilst I did not hear the news report, I would suggest that the lines
> listed were those for which Expressions of Interest had been received
> and were thus being "considered" for re-opening.   Not that many, if
> any, would be finasncially viable, either for commercial or tourist
> use.

That was part of it. These were the expressions of interest which were
chosen for further investigation.

> >Also of note is the announcement that the CityRail fare zone will be
> >extended from Lithgow to Bathurst from 1st July. 2 car diesel trains are
> >being considered for additional services.

> Interesting.  Using what two car diesels?   Some would be surplus when
> the Dapto to Kiama electrification is completed, but these are
> required for Hunter services to replace the 620 class.

A political decision could change that. :)

Cheers
David