The Minns government is running a slow-train-coming strategy on building vital transport infrastructure, repeatedly missing its own timetable for awarding the final contracts for Sydney’s largest metro rail project.

The delays have thrown into doubt the ability of contractors to complete the $29 billion underground line between the central city and Parramatta on time by 2032.

Work continues at the Westmead Metro station.Credit: Steven Siewert

The Herald’s Matt O’Sullivan reports that Sydney Metro documents show the government agency has frequently deferred forecast dates for awarding multibillion-dollar contracts over the past 18 months.

Reasons for the delays include the installation of electrical and mechanical equipment for the automated railway; the construction of five stations at Westmead, North Strathfield, Burwood North,........

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