Coalition promises to double Border train services if it wins November election

The Coalition pledged to double North East line services from six to 12 daily trains if elected in November, with expansion expected in about three years.

Why it mattersBorder workers and students cannot reach Melbourne early enough for work or study. This limits job and education options for regional residents.

AustraliaIf delivered, the plan would let Albury-Wodonga commuters reach Melbourne in time for business meetings, healthcare, and education, solving a regional access problem.

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Coalition pledges to double Albury-Melbourne daily train services

The Coalition will run 12 daily trains between Albury and Melbourne if it wins November's Victorian election, instead of the current six. That adds 1,100 more seats.

Why it mattersMore trains and extra seats could cut crowding and wait times for travellers between regional Victoria and Melbourne.

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Gavin O'Sullivan, founder of major livestock carrier, dies aged 77

Gavin O'Sullivan started O'Sullivan's Transport in 1969 with one truck and trailer. It became one of Australia's largest livestock carriers. The company had 55 prime movers and 80 trailers.