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Inquiry: Spirits ferry replacement project cost $717m more
Filed: May 12, 2026 at 2:02 AM ET
Summary: A parliamentary inquiry heard the Spirit of Tasmania ferry replacement program cost $717 million more than forecast.
WHO: a parliamentary inquiry
WHAT: Testimony that the Spirit of Tasmania ferry replacement program exceeded its original business-case forecast by $717 million
WHEN: May 12, 2026 at 1:02 AM ET
WHERE: Australia
WHY: Part of a parliamentary inquiry into the ferry replacement program’s costs.
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