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The Downfall of Rail Freight in Australia: Unraveling the Factors Behind its Failure

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February 25, 2024
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In the vast expanse of Australia, with its expansive landscapes and extensive networks of roads, rail freight was once hailed as the backbone of the nation’s transportation system.

Next stage of major light rail project given green light

gobstopper
February 23, 2024
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The next time mega star Taylor Swift hits town could mean fans arrive by light rail, with the second stage of the Parramatta network – to link the CBD to Sydney Olympic Park – granted approval.

More asbestos found along Parramatta Light Rail

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February 19, 2024
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The NSW Environment Protection Authority (EPA) has confirmed the presence of bonded asbestos in mulch on the Carlingford to Parramatta shared path, which is part of the Parramatta Light Rail project, in Telopea.

$442M rail upgrades completed

gobstopper
February 19, 2024
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The Australian Rail Track Corporation (ARTC) has hosted a ribbon cutting ceremony to celebrate the completion of works to duplicate the Botany Rail line and […]

Only 2% of freight between Melbourne and Sydney goes by rail

gobstopper
February 16, 2024
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Exclusive: rail use dwindles to minuscule levels amid over-reliance on heavy and polluting trucks, industry warns

Pippita Rail Trail to renovate retired Abattoirs Branch rail bridge to connect green space in Sydney’s west

gobstopper
February 15, 2024
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A rail bridge that has not been used for more than 30 years is set to be transformed into a pedestrian and cycle path to […]

Widespread delays across Sydney rail network spark peak hour commuter chaos

gobstopper
February 15, 2024
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Widespread delays are occurring across the Sydney rail network, sparking chaos for peak-hour commuters. Sydney Trains has advised passengers to allow extra travel time “due […]

Weekend Rail Repair Plan

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February 2, 2024
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Passengers are urged to plan ahead this weekend, 3 – 4 February, as essential Rail Repair Plan trackwork continues to …

The post Weekend Rail Repair Plan appeared first on Rail Express.

Sydney’s first metropolitan e-scooter trial commences in Kogarah’s town centre

gobstopper
January 28, 2024
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Sixty scooters have been placed around Kogarah’s town centre and may be ridden in an area between St George’s Hospital, Jubilee Oval and Allawah, Carlton and Kogarah train stations.

Transport for NSW

Peak hour strikes to disrupt Sydney’s wire-drawn ferries as industrial dispute escalates

gobstopper
January 28, 2024
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An industrial dispute between Sydney’s wire-drawn ferry operators and private operator Birdon has escalated with strikes to strand drivers in peak travel times on Thursday. […]