the first l2 passenger service between circular quay and randwick commenced just after 10 am on 14 december 2019. the opening weekend (14 and 15 december 2019) was fare-free, and 115,000 people used the new tram service during the opening weekend. the launch of the service on 14 december was interrupted by a tram which broke down at circular quay around 2:30 pm in the afternoon, within hours of the official opening ceremony. services were restored by 3:30 pm.