The Opposition is calling on the Labor Government to rule out cuts to the state\u2019s infrastructure pipeline, saying the Government\u2019s priorities mean that there will be less jobs, more congestion and longer commutes for the people of NSW.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The Liberal and Nationals Government left a $116.6 billion infrastructure pipeline that would provide the vital roads, rail, metro, schools and hospitals needed for NSW.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Following comments in Parliament by the Treasurer it is clear the Labor Government is shifting blame for its broken promises, wrong priorities and public sector union wage deal cost blowout.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Shadow Minister for Infrastructure Natalie Ward said the new Government\u2019s priorities are clear \u2013 to cut investment in the future.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\u201cGovernment priorities have a cost, and the cost of Labor\u2019s economic management is cuts to infrastructure spending.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\u201cInfrastructure projects are not just line items in the budget, they are jobs and livelihoods and an investment in the future.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\u201cEvery cancelled or delayed project means more congestion, lower jobs and slower commutes for the people of NSW.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\u201cThe Minns Government said it would focus on local roads, instead all they are doing is short-changing local communities.\u201d<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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