As the 2025 federal election approaches, infrastructure projects like the Suburban Rail Loop (SRL) and the Melbourne Airport Rail Link have become key points of contention.

Federal Opposition Leader Peter Dutton has sparked debate by labeling the SRL a “cruel hoax” and promising to redirect funding toward the airport rail link.

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Produced By: Moemina Shukur

Featured In Story: Noah Secomb – National Radio News political reporter

First aired on The Wire, Tuesday 1 April 2025