North Star to NSW/QLD Border general site investigations

Upcoming site investigations

In September and early October 2023, work will include:

• slashing of isolated areas to access geotechnical investigation locations
• geotechnical investigations to determine the ground conditions in the project area.

Locations of the investigations may change but will be undertaken within the approved project boundary between North Star grain silos and the Macintyre River.

What if work is postponed?

Work can sometimes be postponed at short notice depending on weather and other factors. Should this occur, we will inform impacted residents in advance of when work is rescheduled.

What can I expect?

• changed traffic conditions and reduced speed limits where work is near public roads
• site supervision vehicles, mobile machinery, drill rigs and equipment operating onsite or accessing work sites
• nearby residents may experience some noise during daylight hours
• at locations where activities such as drilling and test excavations will disturb the ground surface, bore holes and test pits will be backfilled at the completion of work or at the end of each shift.

Machinery used

• small drill rigs,
• non-destructive digging machinery,
• small digging equipment,
• support vehicles,
• traffic management equipment and
• signage.

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 work areas
• regular contact with impacted landowners to discuss site activity and any land access requirements
• use of mobile drilling and investigation equipment to ensure minimal disruption to farming operations and road and property access.

Contact

Phone: 1800 732 761

Email: inlandrailnsw@artc.com.au

Post: 116 Marshall Street, Goondiwindi, QLD 4390