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A general overview of Australia’s principal roads and railroads.

Principal Roads:

1. National Highway Network:
   • The National Highway Network consists of major highways connecting key cities and regions across the country.
   • Examples include the Pacific Highway (connecting Sydney and Brisbane), the Hume Highway (connecting Sydney and Melbourne), and the Great Eastern Highway (connecting Perth and the eastern states).
2. State and Territory Highways:
   • Each state and territory has its own network of highways connecting major cities and regional centers.
   • Examples include the Western Ring Road in Melbourne, the Mitchell Freeway in Perth, and the Ipswich Motorway in Brisbane.
3. Outback Roads:
   • Australia has an extensive network of roads that traverse remote and rural areas, commonly referred to as outback roads.
   • These roads may be unsealed and require careful planning for long-distance travel.
4. Urban Roads:
   • Major cities like Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, Perth, Adelaide, and Canberra have extensive road networks catering to urban transportation.

Railroads:

1. Trans-Australian Railway:
   • The Trans-Australian Railway is a major east-west rail link connecting Perth on the west coast to Sydney and Melbourne on the east coast.
   • It plays a crucial role in transporting goods and passengers across the continent.
2. Indian Pacific and The Ghan:
   • These are iconic passenger trains operated by Great Southern Rail that traverse long distances.
   • The Indian Pacific travels from Sydney to Perth, while The Ghan travels from Adelaide to Darwin.
3. Freight Railways:
   • Australia has an extensive freight rail network used for transporting goods over long distances.
   • Major freight rail operators include Aurizon, Pacific National, and SCT Logistics.
4. Urban Rail Networks:
   • Major cities have suburban train networks for commuter transportation.
   • Examples include Sydney Trains, Melbourne Metro, Transperth in Perth, and Queensland Rail in Brisbane.
5. Inland Rail Project:
   • The Inland Rail is a significant ongoing infrastructure project aiming to create a freight rail corridor connecting Melbourne and Brisbane, improving the efficiency of freight transportation.

Please note that the information provided here is a general overview, and for the most up-to-date and detailed information, it’s advisable to refer to official transport and infrastructure sources in Australia.