Members of the construction industry have been informed how they can play a role in the delivery of a landmark rail and metro project on the Sunshine Coast.
The state government on Friday met with key people in the building industry and other stakeholders to talk about the scope, requirements and timeframes for The Wave.
The multibillion-dollar project, which is partly funded, encompasses an integrated public transport solution featuring heavy passenger rail and metro-style bus services, which forms a key legacy component of the Sunshine Coast’s 2032 Delivery Plan.
Stage 1 is about 19 kilometres of new dual-track rail line from Beerwah to Caloundra and will include two new stations at Bells Creek (Aura) and Caloundra, and a major upgrade for Beerwah station.
Stage 2 will include a further seven kilometres of rail line from Caloundra to Birtinya, with two new stations at Aroona and Birtinya.
The Wave is set to roll through the Sunshine Coast, with heavy passenger rail from Beerwah to Birtinya, then metro bus to the Sunshine Coast Airport with new stations at Mountain Creek and Maroochydore. Passengers will be able to ride The Wave with transitions between stations.
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Procurement for Stage 1 of The Wave is underway and applications for Registrations of Interest for contractors that are interested in leading construction of Stage 2 are open.
The Mooloolah River Interchange will also be delivered to facilitate The Wave and clear traffic congestion from the well-known bottleneck, after years of delays and funding cuts.
Minister for Transport and Main Roads Brent Mickelberg said the briefing at Maroochy RSL marked an important milestone in moving from planning to delivery.
“The Crisafulli Government is getting on with the job and delivering the infrastructure the Sunshine Coast needs now and into the future,” he said.
“The Wave will take passengers further than ever before. It will not only enhance connectivity and reduce travel times but also create good jobs and long-term opportunities for local businesses.
“Industry expertise will be a driving force behind this project and we welcome their involvement and insight into delivering this critical transport infrastructure.
“Developing world-class infrastructure isn’t a solo effort, it’s about partnerships.
“By working with industry, we can deliver the transport network needed to support the Sunshine Coast community long after the 2032 Brisbane Olympic and Paralympic Games.”
