Sydney Metro opening on Monday [Video]

Sydney’s new $21 billion metro rail line under the heart of the city will finally open to passengers on Monday after the national rail safety regulator approved passenger services.

The regulator said it had completed its safety assessment of the main section of the Metro City and Southwest line and granted the necessary approvals.

Transport Minister Jo Haylen confirmed that the new metro line would open to commuters on Monday.

“We look forward to welcoming passengers on board Sydney’s amazing new railway from Monday,” she said.

The new route between Chatswood and Sydenham was previously due to open on August 4 but was delayed due to a combination of problems, including a lack of final approval from the regulator and a recent meltdownof a connecting …