News
11 September, 2024
All aboard Burpengary
The Burpengary Train Station is back in business, having officially re-opened on September 9, after being closed for construction since January.
The station is sporting a new design and some major accessibility and parking upgrades, including a new footbridge with lift access, full length highlevel platforms, upgraded hearing augmentation loops and tactile ground surface indicators, upgraded CCTV security cameras and lighting throughout the station and carpark, accessible toilets, accessible ticket windows, a park ‘n’ ride with space for almost 500 cars for customers, 350 of which are already open, a 24-bicycle lock up enclosure with new security swipe access , and a new station off ice and facilities.
Minister for Transport and Main Roads Bart Mellish said this was a great project to be completed for the Burpengary community, as locals will not have to go to Narangba or Morayfield anymore to catch a train.
“Whether you use a wheelchair, push a pram or you’re travelling with luggage, these upgrades will make a real difference,” he said.
“We want to make public transport accessible to everyone and this shows we are making that a reality.”
State Member for Kurwongbah, Shane King, said this project has meant a lot for him, especially since the old, original station building from 1917 has been retained.
“That’s what the community wanted and we delivered for the community,” he said.
“A big thanks to the Burpengary Community Association for their insight and determination in making it a reality, and a special thanks to all the locals who’ve had to adapt to the station closure during construction.
“A good public transport system means more commuters leaving the car at home, or at the station, easing congestion on our roads and helping the planet.”
State Member for Morayfield, Mark Ryan, said the upgrade is a great investment into modern transport connectivity, while retaining the “country town” feeling of Burpengary.
“I grew up here and have been catching the train from this station for almost 40 years and to be honest I don’t recognise my local station,” he said.
“It went from a little suburban country station with a rickety old wooden fence to this modern facility. “An upgraded Burpengary station is delivering better transport experiences for everyone.”
The 1917 heritage station building has been incorporated as part of the new design, with some longstanding, formal, local Queensland Rail employees attending the opening, including Shirley, who started working at the station when she was 15 and is now retired.
Some construction is still in the process of being completed, including the upgraded kiss n’ ride and remaining car park spaces.
