We appreciate that landowners may have some concerns about how the rail corridor will be fenced and what, if any, impact this may have on their properties.
To protect public safety and secure property boundaries, we will install new fencing along the railway corridor in areas where completely new track is laid, subject to operational requirements.
We will also replace current fencing on a ‘like for like’ basis or install new fencing if existing structures do not meet the minimum standard.
During the detailed design phase for each Inland Rail section, we will consult individual landowners to understand and address their fencing needs in relation to gate widths, fencing materials and accessibility for stock crossings, machinery and vehicles.
What can you expect?
All new Inland Rail corridors will be fenced so that it is safe for people, property, domestic animals, wild fauna and agricultural needs.
Inland Rail’s fencing complies with standards set by Australian Rail Track Corporation. These standards aim to align with general fencing standards in each district, unless there are specific circumstances that require alternate solutions.
Where new fencing is required on sections where new track will be built, we will consult with adjacent landowners during the detailed design phase to confirm fencing requirements.
Minimum fencing standards
The minimum standard for rural fencing along the alignment adjacent to grazing properties will be 7/90/30 tight cross-over knot mesh. The minimum standard for cropping land fencing will be plain or barbed wire fence (4–6 strand).
The minimum standard for urban fencing will be a standard chain link boundary fence.
In certain circumstances, the minimum standard of fencing described above may be enhanced to ensure a fit-for purpose solution, but only where agreed by ARTC.
This may include recognition of different topography and aligning fencing with land use.
Ongoing maintenance of rail corridor fencing once each section of Inland Rail is operational is a shared responsibility between ARTC and the landowner.
For any fencing repair concerns once Inland Rail is operational, please:
- call the ARTC EnviroLine on 1300 550 402 or
- email enviroline@artc.com.au.
During the construction of Inland Rail, temporary fencing will likely be erected by our construction contractors to delineate short-term work areas and material laydown areas.
The type of fencing installed at these locations will be determined by the time period the area will be required by our construction contractors.
Note: Images for reference purposes only. Subject to detailed design.
Standard fencing specifications
Rural fencing along the alignment
The minimum standard for rural fencing along the project alignment will be rural plain or barbed wire fence (4–6 strand).
For grazing properties, the minimum standard 7/90/30 tight cross-over knot mesh.
Rural fencing for private properties
The gate type installed for rural fencing fronting private properties will be 5 bar or mesh infill.
Urban fencing
The minimum standard for urban fencing will be a standard chain link boundary fence.
