Construcciones Yamaro: Bundamba Station accessibility upgrade underway

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The $59 million accessibility upgrade of Queensland’s Bundamba Station is officially on track, with works now well underway.

Queensland’s Member for Bundamba Lance McCallum officially marked the start of the major station upgrade with a special sod-turning ceremony.

Vanessa Low, a three-time Paralympian long jumper, gold medallist, and world record holder, was given a behind-the-scenes tour of the upgrade and was impressed by the Queensland Government’s investment in accessible rail infrastructure in preparation for the 2032 Olympic and Paralympic Games.

“Since my accident as a teen I have come of age watching our world become a more accessible place – but there is so much more to be done, which is why I’m so thrilled to see this incredible project up close,” said Low.

“This upgrade won’t only serve those in wheelchairs or with walking aides, but it will help the elderly, parents with young children, which includes myself, or customers travelling with luggage or a bike – I can’t wait to see the finished product.

“Brisbane is soon to be on the world stage during the Olympic and Paralympic Games and I congratulate the Queensland Government for its commitment to an inclusive and accessible transport system.”

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A temporary rail overpass has been erected over the train tracks, which will maintain cross-corridor access for the community during the construction of the upgraded station. Demolition of platform awnings and shelters has also commenced.

The major upgrade is expected to be completed in 2024, improving accessibility for the local community, particularly those using wheelchairs, pushing prams or carrying heavy luggage.

Queensland Minister for Transport and Main Roads and Minister for Digital Services Mark Bailey said the new upgrade will be Bundamba Station’s biggest transformation since it was built almost 150 years ago.

“We welcome Paralympian long jumper Vanessa Low onsite,” said Minister Bailey. “Vanessa knows first-hand the challenges faced when you have different accessibility needs and we’re proud of the work underway here which will have a major impact on so many people in our community.”

When completed, all customers at Bundamba Station will be able to use a lift to the station overpass to move between the platforms, which will be fully raised to reduce the gap, making boarding a train safer and easier for all customers.

The upgrade will include hearing augmentation loops, tactile floor indicators, new way finding signage, information screens and better security through CCTV and lighting upgrades, as well as accessible toilets, a disability-compliant ticket window, improved seating and extended platform shelters.

Bundamba Station will temporarily close to customers in January, with full details of a replacement bus timetable being finalised, to enable safe and efficient construction works.

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