Doc Frank chats with Peter Thornton from Sydney in Australia, an experienced veteran in railway consulting. A lively discussion between two thought leaders of the industry about touchy topics such as the strategy for Sydney Metro and the expectations for High Speed Rail along Australia’s east coast versus Regional Fast Rail around the major cities.

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3)      Peter referred several times to more detailed information about what he discussed on his website http://www.transportationassociates.com.au/downloads/ which is worth checking out.