A new era begins for Melbourne's rail network as the first trains travel through the Metro tunnel today. After ten years of construction, Melbournians have finally been introduced to five new stations. #metro #melbournemetro #railnetwork | 7NEWS Australia

The first train has officially rolled through Melbourne's Metro Tunnel, heralding a major milestone for the cross-city rail line. Testing through the $14 billion, nine-kilometre project is expected over the next few months before the final works ahead of its proposed opening date of early 2025. But today's news has seen some analysts consider whether it could be opened ahead of schedule. Watch 10 News First live at 5pm, or catch up on 10 Play | https://10play.com.au/news | 10 News Melbourne

9.6K views · 139 reactions | Opening in 2025, hundreds of thousands of people will be using Melbourne's 5 new Metro Tunnel stations each day. We can't wait for you to see them  | Metro Tunnel | Facebook

7.3K views · 90 reactions | The five new Metro Tunnel stations are more than just train stops — they’re places where our journeys connect. For locals in Melbourne’s southeast, they’ll make it easier than ever to get into the city, catch up with friends, and be part of everything our great city has to offer. Before long, they’ll be part of everyday life. | Tim Richardson | Facebook

53K views · 342 reactions | Platform screen doors are at all 5 new Metro Tunnel stations. Here’s what they look like in action  | Metro Tunnel | Facebook