NSW/Qld Border to Gowrie Site surveys and utilities investigations, July – November 2024

Work being done

Data from these activities will help determine the final scope and cost of constructing this section.

These investigations do not mean approval has been given for major construction to begin on the Border to Gowrie section of Inland Rail.

Planned investigations:

• Detailed surveys – to map features and details of the landscape
• Ground truthing surveys – to confirm existing aerial data
• Floor level surveys to assist in understanding potential hydrology impacts
• Utilities investigations to confirm the location of existing utilities.

Investigation locations:

• Utilities surveys will occur along the roadside and in the rail corridor between the NSW/Qld Border and Whetstone.

What can I expect?

• Changed traffic conditions and reduced speed limits where work is near public roads.
• Light vehicle movements and contractors with survey equipment travelling along the roadside, rail corridor and in the community.

Machinery used

• Light vehicles
• Topographic survey equipment including total station, GPS receiver, laser rangefinder, level, and tripod
• Vacuum truck for small ground excavations.

How we're managing impacts

• Traffic management will be in place to ensure safe access for all road users.
• Reduced road speeds in the vicinity of investigation areas.
• Regular contact with impacted landowners to discuss site activity and any land access requirements.
• Specific community-wide communication for drone surveys.

What if work is postponed?

Work can sometimes be postponed at short notice depending on weather and other factors.

We will let impacted residents know in advance if work needs to be rescheduled.

Contact

Phone: 1800 732 761

Email: inlandrailqld@inlandrail.com.au

Visit: 143-145 Margaret Street, Toowoomba, QLD

Thank you for your patience and cooperation while these works are carried out.