Trains will be travelling at higher speeds along the Echuca Line before the year’s end, the Victorian government has announced as a major upgrade gets under way. Read more
Farewell to metro local legends
Metro station stalwart Felix Tabone has hung up his hat for the final time, after working for the rail service for the past 50 years. Read more
Higher vaccination priority needed for transport workers
The Rail, Tram and Bus Union (RTBU) has joined the calls for freight workers to be given higher priority in the Federal Government’s COVID-19 vaccine rollout program. Read more
Two dangerous level crossings to be removed in Victoria
The removal of the dangerous and congested level crossings at Union Road in Surrey Hills and Mont Albert Road in Mont Albert in Victoria is powering ahead. A contract will be awarded, enhanced designs with more open space unveiled and early works will start soon. Read more
Rail workers urged to vaccinate at Super Sunday
Rail construction workers should book their at the NSW vaccination hub’s Super Sunday , the Australasian Railway Association says. Read more
Rural rail awareness the focus of Rail Safety Week
New research shows more than three quarters of serious vehicle collisions with trains in New Zealand occur in provincial towns and rural areas. Read more
John Holland supports mental health in Sydney’s west
John Holland is partnering with Lifeline and local community groups to boost mental health support and targeted services during the latest Sydney lockdown. Read more
Level crossing safety campaign launched by QR
Queensland Rail and Queensland Police are seeking to improve safety at level crossings. Read more
Stay safe around rail, says minister Andrew Constance
Commuters and road users are being reminded to stand back, look up, and stay safe around Sydney’s rail networks this Rail Safety Week.
Cutting it fine – motorists warned to play it safe at level crossings (with footage)
Footage of dangerous near misses at level crossings has been released to remind motorists to take extra care this National Rail Safety Week. Read more