North Star to NSW/QLD Border general site investigations
From late June 2023, our contractor, Laing O’Rourke and its specialist subcontractors will recommence general site investigations.
Upcoming site investigations
From late June to August 2023, work will include:
- slashing to access the project area
- detailed surveying
- geotechnical investigations to determine the ground conditions in the project area
- utility services investigations to identify existing power poles and infrastructure, locate and map the telecommunication lines and existing water mains.
- 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 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
- A project caravan will be located at the North Star Tourist Park however will not be manned.
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 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
- Monthly work notifications.
Contact
Phone: 1800 732 761
Email: inlandrailnsw@artc.com.au
Post: 116 Marshall Street, Goondiwindi, QLD 4390