Parramatta’s mayor says he’s been stonewalled by the government when trying to get information about the project’s completion.
It was nine years ago this week that western Sydney was given the news: after years of unprecedented housing growth and more strains on public transport resources, Parramatta would get its own light rail.
“We shouldn’t be treated like second-class citizens,” said City of Parramatta Mayor Martin Zaiter, who is pushing the state government to provide an expected timeline of operations.“We’re heading into one of the busiest hospitality seasons; why don’t we have it yet? What really irritates me is there’s been no communication whatsoever with the residents and businesses impacted by this … It’s just not good enough to remain silent.
“What you’re testing has to be what is going to be used,” he said. “Because they’re turning around and replacing a lot of it , you can’t turn around and say was valid because the testing wasn’t done with components currently installed.” The government has sought to assuage such concerns by attempting to lure customers to venues around the tracks. In recent months, it has published a restaurant guide, held free meal competitions and organised community days to raise awareness of the testing.
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