Text Box: Some of the major benefits for the governmentCity to Parramatta Light Rail Link
   
   
  Benefits for the government
   
  A world class efficient transport system at minimal government spending
 
A solution operational in a very short time
  A fully sustainable system with low energy use
  Reduced bus and private motor vehicle traffic, pollution, road maintenance costs
  Freed from running a loss making rail business
  Government remain in full control (through the licensing system)
  Not at the mercy of a powerful PPP syndicate 
  Government freed of rail salaried staff
  No fare collection/fare evasion costs and problems
  $12.5M income from GST
  Income tax revenue from profitable small business car operators
  Ongoing spending limited to track maintenance
  740 jobs created
  Track maintenance costs very low (non-stop system is very benign)
  Starkly reduced pollution from brake noise and brake pad dust
  Improved street life with associated increase in income from improved street business
  Improved visual impact of the road with no overhead wires
  Groundwork laid for a citywide people friendly non-stop suburban transport network
  Sustainably principle implemented and energy targets improved
  Giving back the power to people where people can manage it better
  An Australian solution which will attract tourists
Public BENEFITS