The reopening of the Armadale line and unveiling of the shiny new station at Byford on October 12 was a big affair – and it needed a gleaming new train built in WA to match the occasion.

Which is why the government arranged for a C-Series to travel to the south-eastern fringe of the city as its chariot for the day.

The C-Series train arriving at Byford Station on October 12. Credit: PTA

There was just one problem. C-Series trains can’t actually be used on the upgraded Armadale line for regular service.

It has led to accusations from the opposition that Labor was trying to “hoodwink” the public for a media opportunity.

C-Series trains come assembled as 143 metre-long, six-car sets, whereas many of the older stations on the Armadale line – like Sherwood and Challis – are only long e

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