Light rail is experiencing a resurgence as governments recognise its value in managing population growth.
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Rail and the need for speed
The COVID-19 pandemic has only increased the need for fast rail connections between capital cities and the regions writes Caroline Wilkie, chief executive officer, Australasian Railway Association.
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Getting smart on skills
In the last five years, 20,000 jobs have been created in the rail industry. With tens of thousands more jobs to come, new approaches to attracting and training staff will be essential for the rail sector.
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Going off-road: Policy shift needed to get freight on rail
Policy settings undermining the shift from road to rail mean communities miss out on the benefits of freight rail, writes Caroline Wilkie, CEO of the Australasian Railway Association.
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National approach needed for rail procurement
The dichotomy between building trains in Australia or overseas ignores the opportunities for procurement reform that would keep Australia competitive, writes Australasian Railway Association CEO
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Get the freight basics right and benefits will follow
To make the most of infrastructure investments, the playing field for rail freight needs to be evened out, writes Caroline Wilkie, CEO of the ARA.
The confirmation of funding for the
Find the fast track for innovation in the Australasian rail industry
When the Rail Manufacturing CRC closed its doors earlier this year, it spelled an end to dedicated rail innovation and technology funding in Australia.
While the loss has been felt deeply by the industry,
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Preparing for the growth ahead: Finding a new generation of rail workers
CEO of the ARA Caroline Wilkie writes that a generation of young people looking for opportunities have the talents to fill rail’s skills gap.
In a year that has been more about preserving
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Preparing for the growth ahead
CEO of the ARA Caroline Wilkie writes that a cohort of young people looking for opportunities have the talents to fill rail’s skills gap.
In a year that has been more about preserving jobs
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Rail key to meet freight demand
Caroline Wilkie, CEO of the ARA, sets out the association’s advocacy agenda when it comes to rail freight.
The doubling of Australia’s population over the next 30 years will make connecting
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