The
congestion-busting Byford Rail Extension continues to make huge progress as
part of the transformational METRONET program, with all rail infrastructure
between Armadale and Byford and the rail bridges over Neerigen Brook and
Wungong Brook now removed.
Major
earthworks have started along the rail corridor in preparation for laying
ballast, sleepers, and rail.
More than
25 per cent of the piers have been installed to support the elevated rail over
Armadale Road, Forrest Road, and Church Avenue.
Other major
works include:
- Over 50 per cent of earthworks for the Byford Station
site completed, including the bus interchange and parking areas;
- More than half of the walls forming the Byford Station
metropolitan platform installed;
- Piling completed for the eastern side of the Eleventh
Road bridge, and;
- Foundations commenced for Larsen Road pedestrian bridge.
Sustainability
is a key focus for the project with a new renewable diesel (HVO100) trial about
to commence, a first in the Western Australian construction industry.
The project
continues to create hundreds of direct employment opportunities project-wide,
as it makes huge strides towards connecting residents in Byford and the wider
Serpentine-Jarrahdale area to the Perth CBD on a seamless 42-minute train
journey.
The Byford
Rail Extension will deliver a brand-new Byford Station in the existing rail
corridor 400 metres north of Abernethy Road, linking the old and new town
centre with pedestrian-friendly east-west connections.
It will
also rebuild Armadale Station as a new elevated station passing through the
town centre, remove level crossings at Armadale Road, Forrest Road, and Church
Avenue, and provide around eight kilometres of continuous shared path for
pedestrians and cyclists.
The project
has been jointly funded by the State and Commonwealth Governments.
Quotes attributable to Federal Infrastructure,
Transport, Regional Development,and Local Government Minister Catherine King:
"The Australian Government is
proud to be supporting this crucial transport link for Perth that will
provide a long-lasting transport legacy for commuters.
"This investment will greatly
enhance and streamline access commuting to and from Perth and provide better
integrated links into the city's public transport network."
Quotes attributable to WA Premier Roger Cook:
"Everywhere
you go across our suburbs, METRONET is coming to life.
"The Byford
Rail Extension will be transformative for Perth's south-east, connecting these
rapidly-growing communities to the city while creating hundreds of local jobs
in construction.
"Our Government
knows how important affordable and accessible public transport is, which is why
we're laser-focused on delivering METRONET for WA."
Quotes attributable to WA Transport Minister Rita
Saffioti:
"We've
wasted no time getting on with this project, and continue to see huge progress
being made on the Byford Rail Extension which will provide much-needed
improvements in connectivity while also kick-starting development
opportunities.
"It's truly
going to transform the way people commute, with a seamless 42-minute train
journey to the CBD for residents in Byford and the wider Serpentine-Jarrahdale
area once the Byford Rail Extension is completed."
Quotes attributable to Senator for WA Varun Ghosh:
"It's
exciting to see how much has been achieved so far on the Byford Rail Extension,
but, more importantly, what it will deliver for the community once complete.
"The
community will see significant upgrades through the delivery of this project,
with two new train stations, the extension of the Armadale Line to Byford, and
importantly the removal of a further seven level crossings."
Quotes attributable to State Member for Darling Range Hugh
Jones:
"This
is a really exciting time for Byford and our surrounding communities, as our
new station comes closer to life.
"It has
been astonishing to see the rate of progress as the site takes shape and this
world-class public transport infrastructure is delivered, linking Byford to
Perth and beyond in a fast, affordable, and convenient trip.
"Our Government
is doing what's right for Darling Range and WA by delivering on this
transformational project, and I couldn't be prouder as the local Member."
11 MARCH 2024
