Almost half a billion dollars of development, investment and innovation opportunities will flow to the Central West as a result of the Inland Rail project, the federal government has said.
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Although Blayney is obviously not on the line, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister for Infrastructure and Transport, Barnaby Joyce, said all towns and cities will benefit from improved freight access and the boost to the regional economy, .
Mr Joyce was in Peak Hill on Monday as the first 500 tonnes of steel were delivered for the section between Parkes and Narromine.
He said the Inland Rail project would contribute to a stronger, more resilient nation and would have benefits for all regional areas.
A total of 14,000 tonnes of steel will be needed to complete the 107-kilometre line between Parkes and Narromine.
More will continue to be delivered over the next month, with construction expected to begin in the next few months.