New concept designs show possible new look for Maryborough West station

Designs for a new-look Fraser Coast railway station have been revealed with a massive refurb in the works and residents are asked to give their feedback on the plans.

Queensland Rail has released exciting new concept designs showing what the multi-million-dollar upgrades to Maryborough West railway station could look like, with the local community invited to provide feedback.

New concept designs showing what the multimillion-dollar upgrades to the Maryborough West railway station could look like have been released by Queensland Rail.

The public is being invited to have its say on the designs.

The designs were informed by initial community consultation and feature upgraded customer facilities including airconditioned customer lounges with improved seating and toilet facilities.

Accessibility improvements will likely include the installation of tactile ground indicators, handrails where required, variable desk height at the luggage check-in desks and accessible toilets.

Upgrades to carparking will also likely be delivered along with a drop-off zone that integrates with other public transport providers.

Customers will have a number of avenues to provide feedback on the designs, including an online survey through a QR code available at stations, face-to-face-engagement at the stations and in local retail outlets.

Transport Minister Bart Mellish said the government was upgrading rail infrastructure across the state.

“Our regional train stations are hubs for our communities, so it’s exciting to view these latest designs that look set to transform Maryborough West station into a world-class facility that meets the needs of the locals and visitors,” he said.

Queensland Rail has released exciting new concept designs showing what the multimillion-dollar upgrades to Maryborough West railway station could look like, with the local community invited to provide feedback.

Member for Maryborough and Assistant Minister for Train Manufacturing Bruce Saunders also weighed in on the new plans.

“Maryborough West railway station is a key regional travel hub that saw more than 42,600 customers move through the station last financial year,” he said.

“It connects thousands of people to towns across Queensland’s coastline with the Tilt Trains, Spirit of Queensland and Spirit of the Outback all operating through the station.

“The community engagement sessions are a great opportunity for locals and customers to offer their views on the new look and feel of the station.”

Queensland Rail CEO Kat Stapleton said all customers were invited to give their feedback.

“Queensland Rail is all about connecting communities and Maryborough West station is essential in doing that – whether you’re using it to get to and from work, medical appointments or the trip of a lifetime,” she said.

“Our vision is to deliver world-class rail services for our customers and this station upgrade will enable us to do that.”

For more information, customers can phone the project team on 1800 722 203 or email [e-mail].

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