Thursday, 13 November 2025

 Mathew HILAKARI (Point Cook) (14:49): (1380) My question is for the Minister for Transport Infrastructure. How will the opening of the West Gate Tunnel benefit Melbourne’s west and the community that I represent? Happy West Gate Tunnel Discovery Day. It is this weekend. Tens of thousands of Melburnians, particularly from the west and the south-west, are going to see it for the very first time. There will be some that will do the run – member for Werribee. There will be some that do the walk – me. It is a great opportunity to experience this tunnel for the first time, which is a game changer for all of Melbourne’s west. I am very excited to see the full West Gate Tunnel open later this year, and I am keen to hear about the benefits.