Debate resumed, on motion by Mr Ripoll:

That the House:

(1)

notes that:

(a)

a comprehensive and accessible rail transport system is an important link in the Australian transport chain that joins communities and strengthens industry; and

(b)

the Australian Government has invested an unprecedented $26.4 billion investment in road and rail infrastructure through the Nation Building Program over the six year period from 2008 09 to 2013 14; and

(2)

supports:

(a)

the Australian Government’s budget announcement of more than $25 billion for key road, rail and port projects;

(b)

fiscal strategies and major infrastructure projects that aim to create jobs and boost long term productivity; and

(c)

the continued encouragement of private involvement in delivering new infrastructure.

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