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Frequently asked questions
The rail line and the rapid transit system will be connected by high frequency bus services. There are also works underway to provide priority bus lanes to reduce travel times.
2. Does the rapid transit system benefit people not living on the coastal strip? Yes, because there will be more east-west bus services, extended operating hours, modified routes and reduced travel times to areas not directly serviced by the rapid transit system.
3. What is a Concept Design and Impact Management Plan (CDIMP)? The Gold Coast Rapid Transit project CDIMP is a highly detailed document used to assess a range of environmental, social and economic issues related to the rapid transit system.4. Will there be property acquisitions to make way for the rapid transit system? It is inevitable that some properties will be acquired. However, the project's aim is to operate within the existing road network as much as possible. See the property area of this website for more information about acquisitions.
5. How will I know if my home or business will be impacted? The project team has already made contact with all property owners who may be affected.
6. Who can I contact to discuss impacts to my property? If you would like to talk with a member of the property team regarding impacts to your property please contact the project property team.
7. How will I know if traffic arrangements change in my area? All changes to traffic and access arrangements will be advertised in local newspapers and shopping centres. There is also a frequently updated schedule of works available to download from the scheduling area of this website. If access to your property will be affected, we will notify you directly well in advance.
8. Will the rapid transit system impact the environment? A detailed investigation of environmental, economic and social impacts is outlined in the Gold Coast Rapid Transit project Concept Design and Impact Management Plan. Special consideration will be given to parts of the natural environment such as Loders Creek, Coombabah Wetlands and Cascade Gardens.
9. Why wasn't monorail considered? A monorail solution for the Gold Coast was investigated as part of the 2004 Gold Coast Light Rail Feasibility Study. The high infrastructure costs, visual impact and access issues associated with elevated stations disqualified this mode of transport as a viable option on the Gold Coast.
10. Why did the project team rule out tunnelling as an option for the rapid transit? Tunnelling would not reduce travel times or increase passenger numbers for the rapid transit system. Tunnelling would be more costly and cause greater disruption during construction.
Last updated 11/08/2010 2:05pm
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