Designs forming for Gold Coast rail boost

The Queensland Government has launched design and pre-construction work on the Logan and Gold Coast Faster Rail project. 

The State says the project will be a major step toward boosting rail capacity between Brisbane and the Gold Coast ahead of the 2032 Olympic and Paralympic Games. 

The $5.7 billion project will expand the rail corridor from two to four tracks between Kuraby and Beenleigh, aiming to deliver more frequent, reliable and accessible train services for one of South-East Queensland’s fastest-growing corridors. 

Key elements of the 20-kilometre upgrade include level crossing removals, station upgrades, and improved access and connectivity across the corridor. The project is jointly funded by the Queensland and Australian governments. 

Minister for Transport and Main Roads Brent Mickelberg said the government wants to meet growing transport demand in the region. 

“Entering into the design and pre-construction contract now will ensure this key infrastructure investment is completed ahead of the Brisbane 2032 Olympic and Paralympic Games,” he said.  

“The Logan and Gold Coast Faster Rail project will address increasing population growth and customer demand between Brisbane and the Gold Coast and unlock capacity for additional train services for Queenslanders.” 

Member for Theodore Mark Boothman welcomed the progress, highlighting the benefits for commuters in his electorate and beyond. 

“The Brisbane to Gold Coast line is already one of the busiest long-distance commutes, so being able to add more services will be of huge benefit to our communities here on the Gold Coast,” Boothman said. 

“This is also a step forward to reducing the congestion on the M1.” 

More information on the project is available at tmr.qld.gov.au/logangoldcoastrail.