The Queensland government wants to turn Translink into a new independent authority to fix the state’s ‘disjointed’ transport network.
Category: Rail
Victorian Rail Advocate appointed
Victoria has appointed a new rail advocate to support the local train, tram and bus manufacturing industry.
WA awards $1.6b contract for major train control systems upgrade
WA’s Public Transport Authority has signed off on a $1.6 billion contract to overhaul Perth’s train control systems.
ACT govt report says Canberra light rail delivering benefits
The Canberra light rail is delivering clear and lasting benefits and work to extend it will continue, the ACT government says.
Challenges loom for Sydney Trains, panel warns
Sydney’s suburban passenger rail network operator is facing challenges around reliability, workforce gaps and governance.
Inland Rail not a stalled project, CEO insists
The boss of Inland Rail has used his first public address as CEO to insist the massive project is on track.
ARENA backs battery-operated freight train
ARENA is providing $9.4m to develop and trial a battery to power a diesel-electric locomotive.
Adelaide Metro gets communication access tick
The operator of Adelaide’s metropolitan passenger rail network has been recognised with communications access accreditation.
Report calls for halt to Canberra light rail
A report argues that the ACT is being locked into a rigid, inflexible and expensive public transport system that is unsuited to its topography.
Qld announces funding for Sunshine Coast rail
Queensland has submitted a business case for the proposed Sunshine Coast rail to Infrastructure Australia.