The Minns government has confirmed $24 million that was promised under the previous state government to fund upgrades to the Gilgandra - Coonamble Rail line.
The Liberal-National Coalition had announced the funding for 96 kilometres of the line in February last year.
The coalition lost power in the 2023 March election, but Labor committed to the project in the 2024-25 budget released on 18 June this year.
Minister for Regional Transport and Roads Jenny Aitchison said the upgrades will allow more produce to be transported throughout the region.
“The upgrade . . .
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