- Burpengary train station has reopened today after a major accessibility upgrade.
- It's all part of the Miles Government's plan to expand, improve and modernise the South East Queensland rail network with Bundamba, Banyo, Lindum, Morningside, Dutton Park and Buranda stations the next to reopen.
- Upgrades include new lifts and overpasses, raised platforms, as well as enhanced levels of safety, security and comfort for customers.
ASSETS – OVERLAY FOOTAGE + PHOTOS
Customers are again catching the train from Burpengary station after it reopened today sporting a fresh new look.
The landmark upgrade ensures all customers can utilise the fully accessible Burpengary station.
The refurbished station, which temporarily closed for construction in January, is now equipped with lifts, an overpass and raised platforms making catching the train easier for everyone, including those travelling with a wheelchair, pushing prams or carrying luggage.
Other improvements include upgraded customer facilities like accessible toilets, a disability-compliant ticket window, improved seating, and extended platform shelters.
Customers will also benefit from hearing augmentation loops, tactile floor indicators, rubber fillers - to further reduce the horizontal gap between the platform and trains - new wayfinding signage, information screens and better security through CCTV and lighting upgrades.
The upgrade also includes a reconfigured carpark with space for almost 500 cars for customers, 350 of which are ready today with the rest to follow when ongoing minor works are completed.
Burpengary station also boasts accessible parking bays and an accessible pathway from the carpark to the platforms. An upgraded permanent kiss 'n' ride is also nearing completion.
The existing bicycle enclosure, which houses 24 bikes, has new security swipe access, while 102 bike lockers remain across the station precinct for our customers to ride to and from the train.
The station also includes the new artwork from local resident Brenden Hirst who won Queensland Rail's recent photography competition, giving community touch to the project.
Burpengary station is one of six Queensland Rail stations simultaneously undergoing an accessibility upgrade, with construction at Bundamba, Banyo, Buranda, Lindum and Morningside stations also progressing.
Cross River Rail's rebuild of Dutton Park station is also surging ahead and is expected to reopen to customers by the end of the year.
It's all part of the Miles Government's plan to expand, improve and modernise Queensland's rail network, meet the increasing demands of our growing state and prepare for the Brisbane 2032 Olympic and Paralympic Games.
As stated by the Minister for Transport and Main Roads Bart Mellish:
"A modern and reliable rail network is paramount and with more customers jumping on board during our 50 cent fare trial we're proud to be delivering better public transport for Queenslanders.
"Upgrading stations like Burpengary means everyone in the community can use the station and take the train.
"Whether you use a wheelchair, push a pram or you're travelling with luggage, these upgrades will make a real difference.
"We want to make public transport accessible to everyone and this shows we are making that a reality."
As stated by Member for Kurwongbah Shane King:
"We're building big when it comes to rail in Queensland and you can see that right across the Kurwongbah electorate.
"In 2020, I campaigned to have Burpengary station delivered sooner and I'm so pleased that passengers can now jump on trains again at the upgraded Burpengary station.
"I'm so proud that we've also already delivered the Dakabin Station upgrade, a new park 'n' ride at Lawnton, and the Moreton Bay Rail Link for locals.
"There's $6m in the latest State budget for more parking at Narangba Station and now this accessibility upgrade at Burpengary Station is complete.
"Thanks to Queensland Rail, the contractors – Hutchinson's, and Mother Nature (mostly) for keeping good time on this project, a big thanks to the Burpengary Community Association for their insight and determination in making it a reality, and a special thanks to all the locals who've had to adapt to the station closure during construction.
"We need public transport that is affordable and accessible – especially in our outer suburbs – because it gives us choices for jobs, education, health care, and recreational activities.
"And a good public transport system means more commuters leaving the car at home, or at the station, easing congestion on our roads and helping the planet."
As stated by Member for Morayfield Mark Ryan:
"The Caboolture line is crucial transport infrastructure that locals and visitors rely on to move around our region.
"An upgraded Burpengary station is delivering better transport experiences for everyone, including enhanced accessibility and more parking and bike storage facilities.
"Moreton Bay is growing fast, and this station upgrade is a key part of our broad planning for improved public transport in our region."
As stated by Queensland Rail CEO Kat Stapleton:
"We're proud to have delivered this modernised and accessible Burpengary station for our customers.
"Queensland Rail has been connecting communities for nearly 160 years and we are committed to constantly improving our network to make it more accessible, convenient, comfortable and safe.
"Burpengary is the first of six Queensland Rail stations to be reopened following major accessibility upgrades with Bundamba, Banyo, Buranda, Morningside and Lindum also progressing well.
"This program is on top of the 12 upgraded stations we've already delivered and our partial platform raising program which has made boarding trains faster, easier and safer across the network.
"Improvements to our network like these have already, and will continue to, make a big difference in the lives of customers travelling on our trains safely and without barriers."
FUTHER INFORMATION
- Queensland Rail's Station Accessibility Upgrade Program projects that are being delivered at Lindum, Morningside, Banyo, Buranda, Bundamba and Burpengary stations are the largest number of stations Queensland Rail has delivered simultaneously.
- Since 2017, Queensland Rail has completed 13 station upgrades including at Burpengary, Alderley, Newmarket, Graceville, Nambour, Dinmore, Morayfield, Boondall, Strathpine, East Ipswich, Dakabin, Cannon Hill and Auchenflower. South Bank Platform 1 was also completed in November 2022.
- As well as Queensland Rail's Station Accessibility Upgrade Program, seven southside stations between Dutton Park and Salisbury are being rebuilt as part of Cross River Rail. The transformational project will also see four new underground stations at Boggo Road, Albert Street, Woolloongabba and Roma Street, a new year-round Exhibition station and three new Gold Coast stations at Pimpama, Hope Island and Merrimac.
- In addition to full accessibility upgrades, the Queensland Government has invested in improving customers' comfort and security through partial platform raising, lighting upgrades, enhanced CCTV coverage, bike lockers, new customer screens, and the construction of Queensland Police Service Railway Squad outposts and hubs.
