The New South Wales Government says the lessons it learnt while establishing Sydney's light rail will be applied to the project underway in Newcastle.

Geotechnical investigations began last week along Newcastle's light rail route.

The work includes digging small holes to collect soil and groundwater samples and assess rock composition to help with the project's environmental planning and design.

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Is this an attempt to divert attention from what's really happening in Newcastle?

Most likely, & a similar article appeared about a day or so before the first inquiry, and the inquiry continues tomorrow.

Thousands of protestors are expected to attend the combined Save Our Rail and Save Newcastle rally 10 30am at the Newcastle Town Hall.