Site investigations, Illabo to Stockinbingal, 1 – 31 March 2025
Throughout March 2025, Inland Rail contractor John Holland will continue with their site investigation works as part of the Inland Rail Illabo to Stockinbingal project in New South Wales.
Work being done
As part of the construction, site investigations are required to provide essential information to assist with planning.
Inland Rail’s contractor, John Holland, will undertake work as part of these investigations including
survey, utility, contamination and geotechnical (excavation and drilling) investigations.
Activities will include:
- Surveying the project/property boundaries, road and pavement levels at multiple locations.
- Underground and overhead utility locating and mapping using non-destructive digging (NDD)
- Geotechnical investigation works including drilling and soil sampling
- Environmental investigations through inspection and monitoring activities
- Investigations within the rail corridor as part of a statewide track possession from Saturday, 22 March – Monday, 24 March (More information will be provided in a separate notification)
- Installation of fencing and gates in consultation with landowners
- Establishment of temporary site facilities to support works
What can I expect?
- Light vehicles entering and exiting the temporary site facilities between 6am – 7pm Monday to Saturday
- Works occurring between 7am – 6pm, Monday to Saturday
- Property owners will be contacted regarding access prior to works commencing
- Traffic management may be required in some locations where works are occurring close to roads or for safe access. Please observe all traffic management instructions and signage
- Reduced speed limits of down to 40km/h near works
- Workers using machinery, equipment, hand tools and service vehicles operating at each site
- Nearby residents may hear some noise during these works and can expect some additional construction workers and vehicles in the area.
Machinery used
Excavators, drill rigs, small truck mounted drill rig, NDD (Non-destructive digging) truck, water carts and support vehicles, workers using hand tools and survey equipment, traffic management equipment and signage.
How we're managing impacts
- Traffic management and reduced road speeds
- Environmental controls in place
- Access to private properties will be maintained
- Temporary fencing around excavation sites
Cancellation of works
Works can sometimes be cancelled at short notice depending on weather and other factors. Should this occur, works will be rescheduled.
Contact
For any concerns or enquiries phone 1800 732 761 or email inlandrailnsw@inlandrail.com.au
Thank you for your patience and cooperation while we carry out these works.
