29 Jan 2010: SEQ: Richlands next, keep going!

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Media Release 29 January 2010

SEQ:  Richlands next, keep going!

RAIL Back On Track (http://backontrack.org) a web based community support group for rail and public transport and an advocate for public transport commuters has called for the construction of the railway line from Darra to Springfield to be done as a priority for a number of years (1,2,3).  Presently the first stage of the railway, Darra to Richlands is being built.  Rather than stop at Richlands push on now to at least Ellen Grove whilst funding for the final sections is secured.

Robert Dow, Spokesman for RAIL Back On Track said:

"Springfield is a rapid expanding residential and commercial development. The western region has been flagged as high growth.  The proper provision of public transport is essential to avoid the propagation of more transport poor urban regions."

"RAIL Back On Track members have suggested that it would be much more cost effective to utilise the present construction teams and keep pushing on to Springfield.  At a minimum continue construction to Ellen Grove whilst further funding is sought.  It costs a lot of money to disperse and then re-establish construction teams."

"Novel funding options should also be considered. For example part public investment from individuals and superannuation funds could be a smart way of raising capital (3).

"It is also essential that the stations at Ellen Grove and Springfield Lakes (and Springfield) are built from the outset and the line be double track all the way from Richlands to Springfield."

References:

1.  2 Dec 2007: SEQ - Darra to Springfield railway line needed now! http://backontrack.org/mbs/index.php?topic=321.0

2.   31 Jan 2008: Brisbane: Springfield railway, better late than never! http://backontrack.org/mbs/index.php?topic=450.0

3.   6 June 2009: SEQ: Richlands to Springfield railway line needed now! http://backontrack.org/mbs/index.php?topic=2364.0

Contact:

Robert Dow
Administration
admin@backontrack.org

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