Newsletter #9 - Queensland Rail

Darra to Springfield Transport Corridor - Stage 1Richlands Station building structure completeIssue 9 • June 2010The new RichlandsStation building is nowstructurally complete.Track laying willcommence soon on the4.5km dual-track railwayline that runs parallel tothe Centenary Highway,linking Richlands withDarra Station.The 160 metre-long station platform willcater for six-carriage trains.An undercover pedestrian footbridge linksthe concourse to the station building anda lift and stair lobby provide access to theplatform below.The station building contains amenities forboth passengers and station staff.Rail services on the new Richlands line aredue to start in 2011.Richlands Station,corner of Garden andProgress Roads, RichlandsNew pedestrian and cycle path to providesustainable transport alternativesStage 1 of the Darra to Springfield Transport Corridorincludes a 5.6km pedestrian and cycle path that willgive commuters a genuine alternative to using their cars.Continue to page 2

Darra to Springfield Transport Corridor - Stage 1New pedestrian and cycle path to providesustainable transport alternativesThe path is a vital piece in thepedestrian-cycle network, joiningBrisbane’s CBD with the WesternCorridor, making it easier and safer forthe community to get out and be active.It will also ease traffic congestion andcontribute positively to a sustainabletransport future.The new shared access path will linkBoundary Road at Darra to Julie Road atCarole Park with connections to thelocal road network at Kelliher Road,Garden Road, Progress Road andGovernment Road at Richlands andClendon Street at Wacol.Pedestrian and cycle path under construction at WacolThe path will also provide:• a dedicated path for walking and cyclingaway from the general traffic• a convenient link between commuterdestinations• connections with the local street networkand other facilitiesFast factsPedestrian and cycle pathfeatures:• length – 5.6km• width – 3.5m• security lighting, whererequired, to improve safety• four rest stops to include:º shaded seatingº bicycle racksº drinking fountainsº themed signage panelsfeaturing local stories.• an opportunity for the communityto gain access to and enjoy thesurrounding environment• rest areas for pedestrians and cyclistsalong the route.CentenaryHighway almostcompleteThe Centenary Highway duplication isvery close to completion. The highwayhas been duplicated from two to fourlanes from Richlands to north of theLogan Motorway interchange at CarolePark with interchange connections atthe following locations:• Garden Road on and off ramp• Progress Road on and off ramp• Logan Motorway interchange.Centenary Highway, south of Progress Road, Richlands2

Discovering new talentThe project team has beenworking with the localcommunity and professionalartists to develop artworkaround the theme‘Celebration of CulturalDiversity andLocal Heritage’.This community artwork project providesan opportunity for young emergingartists or talented amateurs to unleashtheir creativity and participate in aproject that celebrates the rich social andcultural diversity of Richlands and thesurrounding area.Around 450 young people from 12local schools and community groupsparticipated in design workshops duringMarch, April and May 2010. Close to 600individual drawings were submittedfor consideration in the overall artworkdesign. Students whose images areselected for the final designs willparticipate in painting murals for theirrespective locations and literally maketheir mark on the region.The majority of artwork will be located inthe new Richlands Station precinct.Some inspiration from thelocals – what the artworkmay look likeStation wallThe final design of the station wall willrepresent the rich and diverse historyof the area’s Aboriginal heritage, earlysettlement, military presence, culturaldiversity and local produce.Station columnA local Aboriginal story will be toldthrough contemporary Indigenous art onthe central platform column of the newRichlands Station. The hand-paintedcolumn will be designed and createdby professional Indigenous artist DaleWeston with the assistance of youngIndigenous people from Forest Lake StateHigh School.Bicycle lockersMore than just a storage area, the designof the new bicycle facility at the station willcapture the energy, spirit and fun of sportand recreation.Pedestrian and cycle path wall(Pine and Garden Roads, Richlands)Representing fauna and flora, thepedestrian and cycle path wall artwork willreflect the local environment. Work is wellunder way to finalise the artwork designsand painting will start shortly.A selection of drawings submitted by local schools and community groups3

Issue 9 • June 2010Staffed displaysCome along to our displays in June to find out more about the project. Staffeddisplays will be held at the following locations:LocationForest Lake Village Shopping Centre235 Forest Lake Boulevard, Forest LakeProject Visitor CentreCorner Garden and Progress Roads, Richlands(Free sausage sizzle and opportunity to viewconstruction progress)Inala Civic Centre*Corsair Avenue, InalaUnstaffed displays(A Vietnamese interpreter will be available)Date and timeThursday 17 June 201012pm–2pmSaturday 19 June 201010am–12pmSunday 20 June 201010am–12pmIf you are unable to attend one of the staffed displays, your local library will haveinformation about the project.Three monthconstructionlook aheadUpcoming majorconstruction milestonesinclude:• completing the Centenary Highwayfrom Boundary Road, Richlands tothe Logan Motorway interchange,Carole Park• completing the Progress Roadoverbridge at Richlands.The following works willalso be carried out:• track laying between Darra Stationand the new Richlands Station• landscaping and installing ticketmachines and energy efficientlighting at Richlands Station• constructing internal roads at theRichlands Station precinct• upgrading local roads includingthe Progress and Garden Roadintersection (by mid June).LocationMount Ommaney LibraryDandenong Road, Mount OmmaneyInala LibraryWirraway Parade, InalaSpringfield LibrarySpringfield Campus, Sinnathamby Boulevard, SpringfieldDate15–25 June 201015–25 June 201015–25 June 2010Darra to Springfield Transport Corridor - Stage 1 visitor centre4

Other projects in your areaThe Darra to Springfield Transport Corridor – Stage 1 is just one of the major transport projectsunder way to transform the western corridor. Others include:Project name Project hotline Email address and websiteIpswich Motorway Upgrade: Dinmore to Goodna 1800 465 682*Corinda to Darra Rail Upgrade 1800 204 990*Ipswich Motorway Planning Study: Darra to Rocklea 1800 680 385*E: dinmore2goodna@mainroads.qld.gov.auW: www.mainroads.qld.gov.au/dinmore2goodnaE: corinda2darra@trackstar.incite.com.auW: www.qr.com.au/SEQIP/projects/CorindaE: darra2rocklea@tmr.qld.gov.auW: www.mainroads.qld.gov.au/darra2rockleaFor information on Queensland Government transport projects in the western corridor freecall 1800 013 189*,email westerncorridor@mainroads.qld.gov.au or visit www.mainroads.qld.gov.au/westerncorridor.*Freecall within Queensland. Higher rates may apply from mobile phones and pay phones. If calling from outside Queensland, STD rates will apply.You can subscribe for free SMS messages about planned traffic changes by visiting www.westerncorridorsms.qld.gov.auand following the prompts.For 24-hour information on traffic conditions including traffic reports and updates,road and lane closures and construction and maintenance work.Please phone 13 19 40, email enquiries@131940.qld.gov.au or visit www.131940.qld.gov.au5

Transport and Main RoadsProject overviewThe Darra to Springfield TransportCorridor project is a major transportinitiative of the Queensland Governmentto service the future needs of thegrowing western corridor region.Stage 1 of the project involves:• building a passenger railway lineto Richlands• constructing a railway station atRichlands, north of Progress Road• duplicating the Centenary Highwayfrom two to four lanes north of theLogan Motorway interchange.Stage 1 is due for completion in 2011.Contact detailsRichlands Station undercover footbridgeCommunity feedback is an important part of this project. You can contact the project by:Phone:1800 887 464 (freecall)*Email:info@horizon.incite.com.auWeb:www.qr.com.au/seqip/projects/springfieldMail: Darra to Springfield Transport CorridorReply Paid 163, Paddington QLD 4064Visitor centre: Corner of Progress and Garden Roads, Richlands(Monday to Friday 8.30am–4.30pm)*Freecall within Queensland. Higher rates may apply from mobile phones and pay phones. If calling from outsideQueensland, STD rates will apply.Interpreter and translation services: if you require the assistance of an interpreter,please call TIS National on 131 450 and ask to speak with the Darra to SpringfieldTransport Corridor project team on 1800 887 464.The project is being delivered by The Horizon Alliance – a collaboration between QR Network Pty Ltd,Department of Transport and Main Roads, John Holland Pty Ltd, GHD Pty Ltd and Kellogg Brown and Root Pty Ltd.Tomorrow’s Queensland:strong, green, smart, healthy and fair6