For Melbourne to return to a safe COVID normal on transport, the Victorian government will need to encourage more commuters to travel in off-peak periods, a report from Infrastructure Victoria has found. Read more
Contractors shortlisted for Metronet construction projects
Proponents have moved to the next stage on three Metronet construction projects in Perth. Read more
Alstom sustainability targets independently approved
Emissions reduction targets committed to by Alstom have been approved by the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi). Read more
NSW commemorates Granville train disaster
Forty-four years since Australia’s worst rail disaster, survivors, families, and dignitaries have remembered the Granville train crash. Read more
SA Transport Minister confirms January 31 handover date for train services
South Australian Minister for Infrastructure and Transport Corey Wingard has confirmed that Keolis Downer will begin operating the Adelaide’s heavy rail network as of January 31. Read more
Trains back to Britomart after major works and upgrades
A week after trains returned to the Auckland network after the summer shutdown, trains have run into the city centre terminus at Britomart. Read more
Caps on fares instituted and proposed on rail networks to grow patronage
Auckland Transport will make discounts to off-peak fares permanent, as of February 7.
The discounts will apply between 9am and 3pm, after 6.30pm, and all day on weekends. Read more
Parking made easier for rail passengers
Extra parking and improved technology is making it easier for commuters to catch the train. Read more
Real time interchange data displayed during Sydney Harbour Bridge shutdown
During the 10-day Sydney Harbour Bridge shutdown in January, screens displaying real-time interchange information guided commuters arriving at Wynyard and North Sydney stations. Read more
Public transport vital but must meet community needs: ACTCOSS
The ACT Council of Social Service (ACTCOSS) has reaffirmed the importance of public transport while calling upon the ACT government to maximises accessibility and connectivity in the next stage of Canberra Light Rail. Read more