The Victorian government has declared it will continue to build the Suburban Rail Loop, despite the Opposition’s pledge to shelve it in favour of funding health projects.
The state’s Shadow Treasurer is asking for caretaker conventions to
be installed so no new major contracts can be signed before November 26.
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