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Sydney’s new international airport opens to passengers

SYDNEY, Oct 25 (Reuters) - Sydney's new A$5.6 billion ($3.94 billion) airport opened to passengers on Sunday after more than a decade of planning, ​in what Prime Minister Anthony Albanese ‌said was a milestone for the country's most populous city. The ...

Sydney’s new international airport opens to passengers
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Sydney’s new international airport began welcoming passengers on Sunday after more than ten years of planning, marking a milestone for Australia’s largest city. The facility represents a significant investment, with construction totaling A$5.6 billion.

Prime Minister Anthony Albanese characterized the opening as a landmark moment for Sydney, reflecting the long development journey and the airport’s anticipated role in the region’s aviation landscape.

The opening event follows extensive planning and development efforts aimed at expanding international air access for New South Wales and the broader Sydney metro area. It signals the city’s readiness to handle increased passenger traffic and improve travel connectivity.

Details about which airlines or specific routes commence immediately, as well as any operational milestones beyond the opening, were not provided in the available material.

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