Station Upgrades

[verbatim9]

Couriermail Quest --> $18m Loganlea station upgrade shelved as state haggles over plans to move entire station

An entire Logan train station could be relocated after an $18 million upgrade to add wheelchair access at the busy hub was temporarily shelved.

AN $18 million upgrade to a busy southside train station has been temporarily shelved while the state government decides whether to move the entire station.

The state government said it would not spend the money on building wheelchair access at Loganlea train station and instead was planning to move the station 350m east to align with the front door of the Logan Hospital.

The state wrote to the Morrison government last month to ask it to fund the project following discussions on Inland Rail.

The state said the move was needed as Loganlea station was on a bend making it difficult to increase the line's capacity or upgrade for faster services.

Transport Minister Mark Bailey said there was no point paying for the upgrade if the station was going to be moved.

He said the move would improve access for commuters and pave the way to upgrade the passenger line between Kuraby and Beenleigh.

"The federal government says it wants faster rail for the southeast and the relocation of Loganlea station is an important step," he said.

"We know council is supportive of this proposal, and I'm hopeful the federal government will agree to fund it."

Rail Back on Track spokesman Robert Dow said the state government needed to stump up the money and commit to the upgrade.

"There's no reason the upgrade and the move can't be done simultaneously and independently of the Kuraby to Beenleigh line upgrade," he said.

State Opposition Transport spokesman Steve Minnikin said it was another state government "rail fail".

"It has completely disappeared from the budget and now the whole project may be redundant because of Cross River Rail," Mr Minnikin said.

"Labor is taking Logan for granted by promising this project before an election and then scrapping it after."

The $18 million was promised before the 2017 election to fit out the Loganlea train station with lifts and wheelchair access.

It was then allocated in the 2018-19 budget but disappeared from this year's Budget Capital Statement tabled in June.

Two months ago, the State Government and Waterford MP Shannon Fentiman said the $18 million Loganlea train station upgrade was on track, despite the Opposition declaring it a broken election promise.

Ms Fentiman said as soon as funding was agreed on, planning for the station's relocation would start.

Yes, please move it!

I dunno why they are saying the station is on a curve though?
The platform are ruler straight and its a very gentle curve on the approach.

How much would a new station cost? $30m?

I don't understand Minnikins comments? How does CRR change this project?

Its a good idea to move the station. Hopefully it will have 3 platforms one island and one side platform and 3-4 tracks. Similar to Altandi I guess, but straight of course.

[SurfRail]

4 minimum.  There's no reason why any station should have 3 platforms - either it's 2, 4 (especially if its a terminating location) or more.

[verbatim9]

4 minimum.  There's no reason why any station should have 3 platforms - either it's 2, 4 (especially if its a terminating location) or more.

Yeah 4 would be ideal.

[#Metro]

It's Queensland, so 2.75 platforms will be built 

[ozbob]

https://twitter.com/QueenslandRail/status/1194451457606660097

[SurfRail]

The answer is silly, but Tennyson is dead buried and cremated.  I wish people would just give it a rest.

All the "growth" is in the Mirvac development by the river, which is the same distance to or is closer to Yeerongpilly (and it would benefit from the higher frequency it would get being a junction). 

All the new development potential in the area is around the old institute which is even closer to Yeerongpilly.

Tennyson is on a curve and relocating it to make it DDA compliant and 6-car length would be prohibitively expensive. 

Only one of Yeerongpilly's platforms is now accessible from Tennyson and using it for that would foul the other services.  There also isn't track capacity to run anything other than a shuttle even if there was platform space.

There is no scope for other stations anywhere on the line either.

If anything, the 104, 105 and 108 should probably be rerouted along King Arthur Terrace so they don't waste time pottering around the south side of the branch past low intensity uses.  People might actually start catching it in greater numbers if it stopped at the multi-unit development instead of the golf course.

[#Metro]

Hasn't Tennyson been walled off by a gigantic concrete barrier now?

[timh]

If Tennyson was ever going to be used again, in my opinion it would need to be rebuilt on the straighter section to the West, closer to the Pacific National Terminal. That would allow 6 car trains and justify its existence due to the further distance from Yeerongpilly. And yeah as Surfrail said the track configuration at Yeerongpilly is not ideal for running the shuttles, that would all need to be reconfigured if Corinda-Yeerongpilly was ever to open again properly

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[ozbob]

For interest.  The last revenue passenger service to stop at Tennyson was on Friday 3rd June 2011.

>>  http://railbotforum.org/mbs/index.php?topic=6083.msg58450#msg58450

I possibly purchased the last ticket ever sold at Tennyson ... 

[ozbob]

Couriermail Quest --> Busy train station to move closer to Logan Hospital as $1.9b infrastructure peace deal brokered

A busy southside train station will be moved 350m closer to a major hospital as part of a peace-broking state and federal government infrastructure package.

A SOUTHSIDE train station will be moved 350m closer to a major hospital as part of a peace-broking state and federal government infrastructure package.

Under a $95 million joint deal, the Loganlea train station will be moved east to line up with a new entrance to be built at the Logan Hospital under a $250 million redevelopment.

The station, one of the busiest in the southeast, will also get a $15 million carpark, an LNP pledge during this year's federal election campaign.

An artist's impression of the new station shows an overpass linking platforms to the hospital's front door.

The new station will also include lifts and wheelchair access and will be at the centre of a master plan for the area.

Logan City Council, Griffith University, Queensland Health, the University of Queensland, TAFE, and state government will all contribute to the planning.

Politicians at both levels of government said it was vital to put politics aside to deliver the vital infrastructure.

Forde MP Bert van Manen said Canberra would contribute $50 million to the project along with $15 million for the carpark.

Beenleigh and Coomera trains stations will also get $15 million upgrades, promised during this year's May federal election campaign.

Each station will get 400-park carparks as part of the LNP's total $25 billion statewide traffic busting election promise which also included $130 million to upgrade exits 41 and 49 of the M1, widen Mt Lindesay Highway and improve Ipswich Motorway.

State Transport Minister Mark Bailey said moving the station would mean the Beenleigh line would be capable of taking more trains and it would pave the way for a commuter line from Salisbury to Beaudesert.

He also said it would enhance plans for the Inland Rail with greater opportunities to move more freight on to trains taking more trucks off roads.

"This move will prioritise planning for the passenger rail services that will be needed to serve growing parts of southeast Queensland, like the Salisbury to Beaudesert rail link," he said.

"It delivers funding for what's needed now, like the next stage of light rail on the Gold Coast, and what will be needed in the coming decade."

Today's Loganlea announcement was part of a $1.9 billion federal-state infrastructure package to improve the state's roads and rail network.

Employment Minister Shannon Fentiman, whose Waterford electorate borders the hospital, said the state would contribute $45 million to the deal which would also create local jobs.

"The new location will mean easier access for people attending the hospital, students and teachers at Loganlea TAFE and for commuters," she said.

Commuter advocacy group Rail Back on Track's Robert Dow said moving the train station would also improve connections with buses and cycle paths and key pedestrian crossings.

[Gazza]

Good, I hope this sets a precedent for sliding stations within +- 400m or so where it makes sense to do so when upgrades happen.
A great outcome for Loganlea TAFE and the high school, as well as all who use the Hospital.

[verbatim9]

Good, I hope this sets a precedent for sliding stations within +- 400m or so where it makes sense to do so when upgrades happen.
A great outcome for Loganlea TAFE and the high school, as well as all who use the Hospital.

Indooroopilly Station should move slightly North behind Bunnings, where the track is straighter.

[SABB]

Indooroopilly Station should move slightly North behind Bunnings, where the track is straighter.

This was actually looked at before any of the upgrade works started. I understand that the Project Manager knocked it back on cost grounds. It would cost more than was in the budget.

[verbatim9]

Indooroopilly Station should move slightly North behind Bunnings, where the track is straighter.

This was actually looked at before any of the upgrade works started. I understand that the Project Manager knocked it back on cost grounds. It would cost more than was in the budget.

Can be a future private public project  A good opportunity to redevelopment the parcel land where Bunnings stands to a 20 storey mixed development. Retail below offices and apartments

[BrizCommuter]

Can Mr Bailey please explain how moving a station 350m can increase track capacity and allow for another train line? More BS!

[timh]

^^yeah BC I thought this line made no sense as well....

Couriermail Quest --> Busy train station to move closer to Logan Hospital as $1.9b infrastructure peace deal brokered

State Transport Minister Mark Bailey said moving the station would mean the Beenleigh line would be capable of taking more trains and it would pave the way for a commuter line from Salisbury to Beaudesert.

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[verbatim9]

Can Mr Bailey please explain how moving a station 350m can increase track capacity and allow for another train line? More BS!

^^yeah BC I thought this line made no sense as well....

Couriermail Quest --> Busy train station to move closer to Logan Hospital as $1.9b infrastructure peace deal brokered

State Transport Minister Mark Bailey said moving the station would mean the Beenleigh line would be capable of taking more trains and it would pave the way for a commuter line from Salisbury to Beaudesert.

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It makes sense to move the Station South. I wonder if it will include passing loops or a  turn back? To allow extra capacity on the line.

[timh]

Can Mr Bailey please explain how moving a station 350m can increase track capacity and allow for another train line? More BS!

^^yeah BC I thought this line made no sense as well....

Couriermail Quest --> Busy train station to move closer to Logan Hospital as $1.9b infrastructure peace deal brokered

State Transport Minister Mark Bailey said moving the station would mean the Beenleigh line would be capable of taking more trains and it would pave the way for a commuter line from Salisbury to Beaudesert.

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It makes sense to move the Station South. I wonder if it will include passing loops or a  turn back? To allow extra capacity on the line.

I dont see how passing loops or a turnback at Loganlea will help. A third or fourth platform maybe, seeing as Loganlea is a major stop in the GC line current stopping pattern.

It certainly has nothing to do with the Beaudesert line

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[SurfRail]

The only way that works if if they quad the line in that vicinity to provide some overtaking and build 4 platforms (preferably up-up down-down).  I doubt they are doing anything remotely like that, it will just be 2 side platforms and we'll be lucky if they even have full-length raising.

[ozbob]

https://goo.gl/maps/d78GYHLUqWVapgJD9




A map with a red marker showing where the new station is likely to be moved to so it will link to the front door of the Logan Hospital.

[ozbob]

Brisbanetimes --> Loganlea station to be shifted as part of new infrastructure deal

Loganlea's train station will be relocated slightly closer to the Logan Hospital as a result of the new infrastructure deal between the Queensland and Australian governments announced on Wednesday.

The station will be shifted east of Loganlea Road, next to the hospital and TAFE campuses, at a cost of $95 million, with the federal government committing $50 million.

Queensland's Infrastructure Minister and local MP Cameron Dick said the change came forward as part of new master plan for Loganlea.

"This investment will make a big difference to our local community and will mean the station relocation project will finally progress," Mr Dick said.

MP Shannon Fentiman said the Loganlea station relocation was important to the fast-growing area, where the hospital is undergoing a $500 million renovation.

"The new location will mean easier access for people attending the Logan Hospital, students and teachers at Loganlea TAFE and for commuters."

Until Wednesday, most of the federal government infrastructure money – promised in April's federal budget – was more than four years into the future and outside the budget's guidelines.

That brought heavy criticism from Queensland treasurer Jackie Trad in April, when she said Queenslanders needed the federal money "now".

Talks this week have resolved the timing of the funding. Funding has been brought forward and spread over the next four years.

Gold Coast extra funds

An additional $157 million has been found to bring the federal government's contribution to $269 million for the $709 million Stage 3 – Broadbeach to Burleigh Heads – leg of the Gold Coast light rail project.

The Queensland government contribution is $351 million, while the City of Gold Coast council will pay $89 million.

On the Pacific Highway, there is an additional $94.3 million for M1 Pacific Motorway upgrades along three stretches of the M1.

It allows work to proceed along three consecutive sections – between Eight Mile Plains and Daisy Hill, from Daisy Hill to the Logan Motorway, and from Varsity Lakes to Tugun.

An additional $46 million will allow the Pimpama and Yatala exits to also continue on from the existing work.

Sunshine Coast extra funds

Bald Hills' Linkfield Road overpass of the Bruce Highway will receive $125 million, while the widening of the Pine Rivers to Caloundra stretch of the Bruce Highway share is included in $225.6 million for Bruce Highway projects. The money will begin from 2019-20. Planning is now under way.

North Coast Rail (Beerburrum to Nambour) – An additional $90 million found for the $550 million upgrade of this rail line. Queensland now estimates this will cost $800 million.

Darling Downs

Around $22 million has been found to allow upgrades of the Warrego Highway from 2021.

The Queensland section of Toowoomba to Seymour (Victoria) rail corridor will share in $118 million to preserve the corridor for the long-planned Melbourne to Brisbane Inland Rail corridor.

Outside Queensland's south-east corner

Money has been bought forward to continue work on the Mackay Ring Road, the Rockhampton Ring Road and Cairns Southern Access roads.

The Cooktown to Weipa road, inland roads between Townsville and Roma and Airlie Beach's Shute Harbour Road will also receive ongoing funds.

Near Bundaberg; $9 million is allocated for upgrades of the Torbanlea Pialba Road, Bargara Road and a series of overtaking lanes.

[verbatim9]

Can Mr Bailey please explain how moving a station 350m can increase track capacity and allow for another train line? More BS!

^^yeah BC I thought this line made no sense as well....

Couriermail Quest --> Busy train station to move closer to Logan Hospital as $1.9b infrastructure peace deal brokered

State Transport Minister Mark Bailey said moving the station would mean the Beenleigh line would be capable of taking more trains and it would pave the way for a commuter line from Salisbury to Beaudesert.

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It makes sense to move the Station South. I wonder if it will include passing loops or a  turn back? To allow extra capacity on the line.

I dont see how passing loops or a turnback at Loganlea will help. A third or fourth platform maybe, seeing as Loganlea is a major stop in the GC line current stopping pattern.

It certainly has nothing to do with the Beaudesert line

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I didn't mention the Beaudesert line. Turn backs are logical especially if there is an issue with the track South of Loganlea or a mechanical issue or if the trains are running late. A passing loop for the station has been mentioned before to reduce cost of the overall station build.

[SurfRail]

I see there are at least three lift towers in the one image I've seen for Loganlea which would indicate at least 3 tracks.

[verbatim9]

I see there are at least three lift towers in the one image I've seen for Loganlea which would indicate at least 3 tracks.

[verbatim9]

Just a quick note on Auchenflower Station. The foundations have been laid for the relocation of the Catenary Pilions in preparation for the new upgrade of the Station.

[verbatim9]

General Retail - Supermarkets, Shopping Centres, Department Stores thread---> Construction of the Valley Metro and station entrance revamp starts next month

[ozbob]

http://statements.qld.gov.au/Statement/2020/1/15/have-your-say-on-the-design-of-the-new-exhibition-train-station

Media Release
Minister for Education and Minister for Industrial Relations
The Honourable Grace Grace

Have your say on the design of the new Exhibition train station

The proposed upgrades to the underused Exhibition train station has taken the next step, as the Palaszczuk Government's signature infrastructure project, Cross River Rail, ramps up.

Acting Minister for Cross River Rail and Member for McConnel Grace Grace has announced the start of consultation on the design concepts for the new station at the Ekka.

"Cross River Rail will deliver a new station at the RNA Showgrounds, providing year-round rail services for both the Royal Brisbane and Women's Hospital, as well as the growing King Street lifestyle precinct," Ms Grace said.

"My local constituents and nearby workers have been telling me for a long time that the Exhibition station is an underutilised asset, so I am really pleased that it is being rebuilt as part of Cross River Rail and will be open all year round.

"The new and expanded station will transform the precinct into a key gateway between the inner city and Brisbane's northern suburbs.

"Travel to and from the four new underground Cross River Rail stations will be a matter of minutes, making access to one of Brisbane's fastest growing inner-city suburbs easier than ever before."

Ms Grace said local residents and other groups were invited to offer feedback on the station's design.

"The new Exhibition station will provide easier and safer rail access for thousands of Queenslanders making their annual pilgrimage to the iconic EKKA and the numerous other events held at the RNA," she said.

"It will be open all year round for the growing number of residents, workers and visitors, who will benefit from the kind of 'turn up and go' public transport that Cross River Rail is designed to make possible.

"The construction of Cross River Rail will revolutionise our city, cutting down on travel times, taking thousands of cars off our roads and making access to Brisbane's fastest growing inner-city suburb easier than ever before."

Ms Grace said only the Palaszczuk Government is committed to providing this vital piece of infrastructure to Brisbane.

"When they were in power under Campbell Newman the LNP scrapped Cross River Rail, we brought it back," she said.

"And the Federal LNP refused to help fund the $5.4 billion project, so we funded it ourselves.

"This project will leave a lasting legacy on our great city and will make the lives of everyone who lives, works and plays in the inner city much easier."

Features of the new Exhibition station will include:

-          Three new connections linking the King Street Precinct to Bowen Park, including replacement of the existing RNA Cattle Underpass.

-          A pedestrian and cyclist link connecting the station to Bowen Bridge Road

-          New 165m long island platform and canopy

-          Accessibility lifts and stairs to the platform

-          New accessible toilets and parents' room

-          New secure bicycle storage facility

-          New accessible ticketing gates.


Consultation is now open and closes on 7 February.

Information on consultation is available at: https://crossriverrail.qld.gov.au/exhibition, by email info@unityalliance.com.au or by phone 1800 010 875.

[timh]

From the CRR website:

Community drop-in session
The project team will be holding a community drop-in session to enable you to meet the team, ask questions and provide face-to-face feedback on Exhibition station. Drop in any time at the session below;

Cross River Rail Experience Centre (Level 1, 151A Elizabeth Street, Brisbane) between 11:30am and 1:30pm on Friday 31 January 2020.

The timing is difficult for me with work so I don't know if I can attend, but i would love to ask the team a bunch of questions (more about running patterns than Exhibition station but eh)

Anyone reckon they can make the session to give the team a grilling?

[JustSomeTrainGuy]

Auchenflower Station - is it being raised full length? There's a set of signals/poles that have been installed directly on the platform surface, a third of the way down from the end closest to Toowong. How does that then make raising the platform full length possible? Have I missed that the station is being relocated?

[ozbob]

Auchenflower Station - is it being raised full length? There's a set of signals/poles that have been installed directly on the platform surface, a third of the way down from the end closest to Toowong. How does that then make raising the platform full length possible? Have I missed that the station is being relocated?

https://www.queenslandrail.com.au/Community/Projects/Pages/Auchenflower-station-upgrade.aspx

" ... raised section of platform encompassing the core zone and assisted boarding point ... "

Raised platforms core zone only.  More half baked failure ..

[verbatim9]

Auchenflower Station - is it being raised full length? There's a set of signals/poles that have been installed directly on the platform surface, a third of the way down from the end closest to Toowong. How does that then make raising the platform full length possible? Have I missed that the station is being relocated?

https://www.queenslandrail.com.au/Community/Projects/Pages/Auchenflower-station-upgrade.aspx

" ... raised section of platform encompassing the core zone and assisted boarding point ... "

Raised platforms core zone only.  More half baked failure ..

Initially I was under the impression through media releases that it was full length. I was quite surprised to hear that. But the core section raising seems more realistic even though not the best outcome.

Southbank most.likely to go the same way I suspect? Like Darra, but hopefully concrete raising and tiled like Boondall?

[JustSomeTrainGuy]

Raised platforms core zone only.  More half baked failure ..

The station is next to a damn hospital ffs 

[ozbob]

Queensland Times --> Works on track to upgrade station on Ipswich line

WORKS to upgrade the East Ipswich train station will begin later this year, after the contract for construction was awarded to Hutchinson Builders by the State Government earlier this month.

The project will deliver more than 250 construction jobs with 90 per cent of roles to be sourced locally.

The upgrade will include a new footbridge with lifts, raised platforms at assisted boarding points, hearing aid loops and tactile platform surfaces, a new bicycle enclosure, accessible parking and improved security through upgraded lighting and CCTV.

Ipswich City Council mayor Teresa Harding welcomed the investment.

Member for Ipswich Jennifer Howard unveiled designs for the upgrade earlier this year and said she looked forward to seeing jobs created and works get underway on an accessible station for all commuters.

Quotes are due by 14 November for the $20m to $30m project, and interested businesses should click here for more information.

[verbatim9]

Queensland Times --> Works on track to upgrade station on Ipswich line

WORKS to upgrade the East Ipswich train station will begin later this year, after the contract for construction was awarded to Hutchinson Builders by the State Government earlier this month.

The project will deliver more than 250 construction jobs with 90 per cent of roles to be sourced locally.

The upgrade will include a new footbridge with lifts, raised platforms at assisted boarding points, hearing aid loops and tactile platform surfaces, a new bicycle enclosure, accessible parking and improved security through upgraded lighting and CCTV.

Ipswich City Council mayor Teresa Harding welcomed the investment.

Member for Ipswich Jennifer Howard unveiled designs for the upgrade earlier this year and said she looked forward to seeing jobs created and works get underway on an accessible station for all commuters.

Quotes are due by 14 November for the $20m to $30m project, and interested businesses should click here for more information.

^^This has been a long time coming

[SurfRail]

Am I reading that wrong, or have they squibbed on yet another full length raising despite that specifically being promised here?

[verbatim9]

Most likely be assisted boarding points like at Graceville. It was meant to be full length and I thought Auchenflower as well?

[ozbob]

Queensland Times --> Ipswich's newest train station officially announced


Ipswich commuters and residents are being invited to have their say on concept designs for a new East Ipswich train station.

IPSWICH'S newest train station as officially been announced with plans for the demolition and relocation of East Ipswich train station open for public viewing.

The existing station building will be removed, as well as the footbridge.

The existing platform one is set to become a pedestrian link from the Bennet St car park and the existing platform two will be closed.

The new platforms, station building, lifts and footbridge will be built 120m east of the existing footbridge.

The upgrades are part of Queensland Rain and State Government's Station Upgrade Program (SUP) that is focused on providing improvements to train stations to allow all customers to travel safely and easily.

THe project outline includes a new pedestrian footbridge with lift access, fully raise platforms, a new station building and entrances on Metron and Coronation streets.

It will also include new wayfinding and platfo m signage, new security cameras, lighting and a bicycle enclosure.

The upgrades are set to cater for projected population growth.

Residents and commuters were invited in May 2019 to review the plans at East Ipswich station to promote the plans.

Jennifer Howard, Member for Ipswich said the local community and commuters invited to share their feedback ahead of detailed design work.

"This project is an important investment for the East Ipswich community and we want to ensure that residents and customers can help shape the proposed designs before we enter the detailed design and construction phases," she said.

Mark Bailey, Transport and Main Roads Minister outlined the upgrade is part of the State Government's $357 million Station Accessibility Upgrade Program.

"This major project will deliver an entirely new station precinct, with a range of accessibility features including a footbridge with lifts, high level platforms to provide easier access on and off the train, hearing loops and tactile platform edges," he said.

"The project will also include a new ticket office, accessible toilets and improved security features, such as upgraded lighting and CCTV." Mr Bailey said.

" ... fully raise platforms ... " 

[ozbob]

Queensland Times 12th June 2020 page 6

Station set for works on upgrade



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Letter sent to Queensland Times

12th June 2020

Half baked station upgrade for East Ipswich

Dear Editor,

With respect to the East Ipswich railway station upgrade.  It was reported by the QT on the 24th June 2019 ' Ipswich's newest train station officially announced ' that platforms would be fully raised. This was the correct thing to do.

Now, as reported in the QT 12th June 2020 ' Station set for works on upgrade ' the fully raised platforms at East Ipswich station have been changed to ' raised platforms at assisted boarding points '.  This is just raising the centre part of the platforms, so called humps. This is treating Ipswich poorly, again.  Most of the platform length will remain low height and prolongs dwell times for the train at stations, makes it difficult for mobility impaired to board and exit the trains, and increases the risk of slips and falls.

Transport Minister Bailey needs to explain why there has been this change.  Half baked solutions have long term consequences.

Do it once do it right please. Local MPs need to do better than accepting failed solutions.

Yours sincerely,

Robert

Robert Dow
Administration
admin@backontrack.org
RAIL Back On Track https://backontrack.org

[ozbob]

[Golliwog]

Are they no longer shifting the station 120m to the east?

I thought part of why it had full length raised platforms was because they were actually totally new platforms.