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TransportThe extension links the eastern suburbs to the central line, ending a long bus transfer.
Trains run every six minutes at peak. Fares are free for the first week.
HealthRespiratory cases rose earlier than usual, filling wards a month ahead of the normal winter peak.
The health department is reopening a closed ward block and hiring agency nurses to staff it.
CityThe lanes will be separated from traffic by kerbs, following a year-long trial on the harbour road.
Cycling on the trial route rose by 60%. Some shop owners worry about losing street parking.