Reported at www.abc.net.au: Two significant rail projects in Queensland are facing uncertainty after Deputy Premier Jarrod Bleijie raised concerns about potential cost increases, suggesting that the price could soar from $12 billion to over $20 billion.

Bleijie announced a second review of the Gold Coast light rail and emphasized exploring alternatives to rail, responding to community apprehensions.

Advocacy group Sunshine Coast 2032 is pushing for an abandonment of the heavy rail plan to Maroochydore for the 2032 Games in favour of bus services, arguing that the projected costs are excessive.