Three infrastructure peak bodies have issued a new report to call for industry transformation to accelerate the transport sector’s journey to net-zero and support Australia’s sustainable future. Read more
Construction commences on SRL East
One of the most important projects in Victoria’s history is now underway, with construction starting on the Suburban Rail Loop (SRL) – a jobs juggernaut that will deliver better public transport, connect communities and ease road congestion for generations to come. Read more
Northern CRR works continue apace
The final railway tracks have been delivered to Cross River Rail’s Northern Tunnel Portal site in Brisbane. Read more
Melbourne West train capacity increased
Passengers in Melbourne’s west now have more space on their train during the morning peak with the first nine-car VLocity train taking off from Wyndham Vale on Monday morning. Read more
Premier gives thumbs up for Victorian level crossing project
Victorian Premier Dan Andrews has praised the state’s level crossing removal program as it heads towards its target of 85. Read more
Queensland Government snaps up Rockhampton railyards
The Queensland Government has completed the purchase of the Rockhampton railyards from Aurizon in a major step towards creating more rail supply chain manufacturing jobs in Central Queensland. Read more
Sydney Metro reaffirms safety and reliability
Sydney Metro has emphasised its mission to to deliver safe and reliable journeys for customers who rely on public transport services in North West Sydney.
Since the historic opening of Australia’s first driverless metro in 2019, the Metro North West Line, operated by Metro Trains Sydney, has delivered more than 42 million customer journeys and has retained an overall customer satisfaction index of 98 per cent.
Tweed rail alignment completed
The Northern Rivers Rail Trail in New South Wales is starting to take shape, with alignment plans of the Tweed section of the trail now finalised. Read more
More support for tourist and heritage rail sector
The Victorian Government is offering further financial support for Victoria’s tourist and heritage rail sector.
Work begins on Eastern Creek segment factory
Construction on the next Sydney Metro precast facility is underway at Eastern Creek.