Industry stakeholders have been briefed on the opportunities related to the new Sunshine Coast public transport project, being delivered in the lead-up to the Brisbane 2023 Olympic and Paralympic Games.
Queensland Transport Minister Brent Mickelberg said the first industry information session for The Wave had been held, briefing the construction industry on the project’s scope, requirements, and delivery timeframes.
“The Wave will revolutionise public transport on the Sunshine Coast, as part of the 2032 Delivery Plan,” Minister Mickelberg said.
He said the The Wave would roll through the Sunshine Coast, with heavy passenger rail from Beerwah to Birtinya, then metro to the Sunshine Coast Airport with stations at Mountain Creek and Maroochydore.
“Stage 1 of The Wave is approximately 19km of new dual-track rail line from Beerwah to Caloundra and will include two new stations at Bells Creek (Aura) and Caloundra, and a major upgrade for Beerwah station.”
Minister Mickelberg said two new stations at Aroona and Birtinya and a further 7km of rail line would be delivered in Stage 2 from Caloundra to Birtinya.
He said passengers would be able to ride The Wave, with seamless transitions between stations.
“Procurement for Stage 1 of The Wave is well underway and applications for Registrations of Interest for contractors that are interested in leading construction of Stage 2 are currently open.”
Minister Mickelberg said the Mooloolah River Interchange would also be delivered to facilitate The Wave, and clear traffic congestion from the well-known bottleneck.
“The Wave will take passengers further than ever before. It will not only enhance connectivity and reduce travel times but also create good jobs and long-term opportunities for local businesses.
“Industry expertise will be a driving force behind this project, and we welcome their involvement and insight into delivering this critical transport infrastructure.”
