The first of six Queensland Rail stations to receive major accessibility upgrades has now reopened.
Burpengary Station is now welcoming passengers and is fully accessible.
The refurbished station, which temporarily closed for construction in January, is now equipped with lifts, an overpass and raised platforms making catching the train easier for everyone, including those travelling with a wheelchair, pushing prams or carrying luggage.
Other improvements include upgraded customer facilities like accessible toilets, a disability-compliant ticket window, improved seating, and extended platform shelters.
Customers will also benefit from hearing augmentation loops, tactile floor indicators, rubber fillers – to further reduce the horizontal gap between the platform and trains – new wayfinding signage, information screens and better security through CCTV and lighting upgrades.
The upgrade also includes a reconfigured carpark with space for almost 500 cars for customers, 350 of which are ready today with the rest to follow when ongoing minor works are completed.
Burpengary Station also boasts accessible parking bays and an accessible pathway from the carpark to the platforms. An upgraded permanent kiss ‘n’ ride is also nearing completion.
The existing bicycle enclosure, which houses 24 bikes, has new security swipe access, while 102 bike lockers remain across the station precinct for our customers to ride to and from the train.
Burpengary Station is one of six Queensland Rail stations simultaneously undergoing an accessibility upgrade, with construction at Bundamba, Banyo, Buranda, Lindum and Morningside stations also progressing.
Cross River Rail’s rebuild of Dutton Park station is also surging ahead and is expected to reopen to customers by the end of the year.
Queensland Minister for Transport and Main Roads, Bart Mellish, said, “A modern and reliable rail network is paramount and with more customers jumping on board during our 50 cent fare trial we’re proud to be delivering better public transport for Queenslanders.
“Upgrading stations like Burpengary means everyone in the community can use the station and take the train.
“Whether you use a wheelchair, push a pram or you’re travelling with luggage, these upgrades will make a real difference.
“We want to make public transport accessible to everyone and this shows we are making that a reality.”
Queensland Rail CEO Kat Stapleton said, “We’re proud to have delivered this modernised and accessible Burpengary station for our customers.
“Improvements to our network like these have already, and will continue to, make a big difference in the lives of customers travelling on our trains safely and without barriers.”
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