The Queensland government has appointed five new members to the governing board of the Cross River Rail Delivery Authority.
The board is now comprised of an array of senior Queensland public servants,
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Growing a nation-building industry
Fourteen days into her tenure as CEO of the ARA, Rail Express sat down with Caroline Wilkie for an exclusive interview – her first major interview since taking over from incoming chairman,
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ACT acknowledges the essential work of public transport staff
As the ACT starts to ease restrictions put in place to limit the spread of coronavirus (COVID-19), Minister for Chris Steel is calling on Canberrans to thank rail staff and other public transport workers.
“This
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ARA launches groups for career development
The Australasian Railway Association (ARA) has created two LinkedIn groups to support women and young people in the industry.
The groups will create a space for discussion and career development, as part
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1,800-strong workforce on site for CRR construction
A workforce of 1,800 people has been continuing to progress the Cross River Rail project, even as social distancing measures have been in place to limit the spread or outbreak of coronavirus (COVID-19).
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TrackSAFE appoints new executive director
TrackSAFE Foundation has appointed a new executive director, Heather Neil.
Neil has begun with TrackSAFE as of May 4, 2020.
The industry-funded foundation, which works to reduce collisions, injuries, and
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Participation higher than ever in Rail R U OK?Day 2020
Rail R U OK?Day has been marked by rail organisations around Australia and New Zealand, with engagement reaching all-time highs.
On April 30, for the sixth year running, those within the rail industry
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Pacific National ramps up mental health peer support
Pacific National has today announced it will be increasing the size and scope of its mental health support for employees.
With more than 3,500 employees and terminals, depots and sites across Australia,
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A resilient freight network is key in times of uncertainty
In her column, CEO of the Australasian Railway Association Caroline Wilkie highlights that Australia’s rail freight network is facing challenges during the COVID-19 pandemic but its importance
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Queensland institutes toughest fines yet for spitting on workers
Queensland is instituting some of the toughest fines yet for those who deliberately cough, sneeze or spit at public officials and workers.
The direction allows for fines of up to $13,345 for those who
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