Members of the construction industry and stakeholders have been informed how they can play a role in the delivery of the landmark rail and metro project on the Sunshine Coast, The Wave.
The state government held the first industry information session for The Wave last week, talking about the scope, requirements and timeframes for the metro project.
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The multibillion-dollar project encompasses an integrated public transport solution featuring heavy passenger rail and metro-style services, forming a key part of the Sunshine Coast’s 2032 Delivery Plan.
Stage 1 of the project will see 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.
Procurement for Stage 1 of The Wave is well underway and applications for Registrations of Interest for contractors that are interested in leading construction of Stage 2 are currently open.
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 will roll through the Sunshine Coast, with heavy passenger rail from Beerwah to Birtinya, then metro to the Sunshine Coast Airport with stations at Mountain Creek and Maroochydore.
Transport minister Brent Mickelberg says the briefing marked another 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, after years of neglect under Labor,” Mickelberg says.
“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.”
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