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Gold Coast Rapid TransitIPWEA Queensland Conference October 2015
#50889007
The Gold Coast Context
The Opportunities
The Project Journey
The Challenges
The Learnings
Overview
The Gold Coast Context
The Opportunities
The Project Journey
The Challenges
The Learnings
A city that has rapidly evolved…
Main Beach 1950
The Gold Coast has grown from a series of small coastal settlements
The need to rely more on public transport & active transport as part of that evolution
Need to make efficient use of increasingly valuable urban space
The Gold Coast Context
Park and surf
Increasing levels of congestion
Heavy reliance on the car to travel around
A fast growing and multi-centred city
Increasing levels of physical inactivity
Future funding availability
Catering for tourism & events
Our transport challengesThe Gold Coast Context
Key Targets: car trips from 88% to 74% cycling from 2% to 6% walking from 7% to 8% public transport from 3% to 12%
Our Transport StrategyThe Gold Coast Context
The Gold Coast Context
The Opportunities
The Project Journey
The Challenges
The Learnings
Land Use & Transit Policy• Transit shapes environment
• Environment shapes transit
• Transit and “sustainable” population growth in SEQ
• Ageing population – needs?
• Affordable housing / lifestyle
• Significant research on impact of mass urban transit on land use and land use impact on transit
The Opportunities
Light Rail: more than transportTransport benefits
• Reduce traffic congestion, increase public transport mode share
Economic development
• Economic stimulus, long-term employment
Regional development
• Supporting the city, connecting population centres
Social cohesion and amenity
• Access to services, employment, mobility
The Opportunities
Realising the City Transformation1. City Maturity
• Transforming the way that we think about the City• Transforming our aspirations / expectations for the City• Transitioning from car space to people place
2. Development opportunities
• Incentives in corridor (e.g. reduced parking rates)• Stations as catalyst for development• Design places for people & the business will follow
3. Gold Coast Highway
• GCRT provides opportunity to reclaim, rethink corridor • From the highway to a people friendly boulevard
The Opportunities
The Gold Coast Context
The Opportunities
The Project Journey
The Challenges
The Learnings
GCRT – from concept to reality (1)
1997
SEQ Integrated Regional Transport Plan identifies a priority PT corridor along the Gold Coast, initially with bus and allowing for light rail as demand increased
1998
Line Haul Public Transport Foundation & Feasibility Study (as part of GCCC’s City Transport Plan) concludes that LRT, supported by an extensive feeder bus system was feasible and best for the City
2004
GCLR Feasibility Study recommends light rail from Parkwood to Broadbeach
The Project Journey
GCRT – from concept to reality (2)
2005
Evaluation of BRT & LRT options Southport to Broadbeach
Preliminary Assessment Report
Reconfirmation of priority PT corridor from Parkwood to Broadbeach in TransLink’s draft Network Plan
2006
SEQIPP funding commitment of $550 million between 2006-2015
Cabinet approved the development of CDIMP & Business Case for BRT & LRT
GCRT project team & office established by TransLink
MOU between Council & State to commence CDIMP & Business Case
The Project Journey
GCRT – from concept to reality (3)2007
CDIMP development, including engagement with more than 300,000 stakeholders
2008
Business Case recommends light rail, with Stage 1 from GCUH to Broadbeach
GCCC commits $120 million to the delivery of Stage One of the project
2009
Concept Design and Impact Management Plan and Business Case finalised
Federal Government commits $365m & State commits $464m to Stage 1 delivery
Project confirms two tier delivery method; Early and Enabling Works (EEW) and Operator Franchise PPP (OF PPP) and commences procurement
The Project Journey
GCRT Corridor Study – Phase 1:Strategic Planning Study (January to June 2010)• Covered the entire GCRT route
• Opportunities and constraints
• Vision for the entire corridor
• Overarching land use planning and urban design principles
• Informing the Planning Scheme Review
The Project Journey
Key Phase 1 Outcome:The 2050 VisionIn 2050 the rapid transit corridor will contain a diverse andwell connected network of sustainable and unique places
• Connectivity
• Environment
• Community
• Experiences
• Placemaking
• Thriving Economies
The Project Journey
• Create a pedestrian friendly environment
• Promote subtropical design of mixed use buildings that compliment the GCRT stations and are active at street level
• Sustainable building design (eg. thermal comfort, energy efficiency and water conservation)
• Well designed streetscapes and public spaces for people particularly around the stations
• Create visual and physical links and retain existing view corridors
Key Phase 1 Output:Land use and urban design outcomes
The Project Journey
GCRT Corridor Study – Phase 2:Precinct Planning and Urban Design Frameworks and Guidelines (December 2010-April 2011)
• Focus on detailed planning for precincts between GCH&KP and Broadbeach
• Corridor Access and Mobility Strategy (CAMS) – focusing on travel, walk and cycle to/from the GCRT Stations
• Inform the new Planning Scheme and Other Council policies / guidelines
• Investigate future governance arrangements (implementation)
• Investigate future communication, consultation, marketing and branding activities/initiatives
The Project Journey
GCRT – from concept to reality (4)
2010
Project receives six high-quality EOI submissions for Operator Franchise PPP
State Government-funded early works commence
Interactive bid phase & evaluation period with short listed bidder for OF PPP
2011
Appointment of Operator Franchisee
D&C = MacDow & Bombardier Transportation
O&M = Keolis Downer Rail (KDR)
The Project Journey
GCRT – from concept to reality (5)
2011 – 2014
Construction of light rail system
October 2013 – April 2014
Testing & Commissioning phase
May 2014
Full timetable testing
June 2014
Operations proposed to commence
The Project Journey
2014/15: So what happened?• Completion:
• Delayed – 1 June 2014 became 19 July 2014• Project Contractual Framework had to change
• Operations:• Patronage – originally around 17,000pax/day…now at around 22,000• Safety – some minor vehicle/tram conflicts, but no incidents of personal injury
• Close Out:• Extended from 19 January to 30 June…to 30 September• Defects Liability Period ongoing to July 2016
The Project Journey
Useful system facts:• 13km long, with 16 stations• LRV priority at 52 road x-ings• Route takes 35-40 minutes• Speed: 70km/h(max) 23km/h(avg)• Services every 7-8 minutes• 18hrs/day (Sun-Thurs) & 24hrs/day (Fri & Sat)• 14 vehicles• 309 passenger capacity (10,000 passengers per hour• Go-card ticketing• Surf board racks
The Project Journey
The Gold Coast Context
The Opportunities
The Project Journey
The Challenges
The Learnings
PlanningThe Challenges
• Gaining / maintaining community support
• Surviving political change
• Well-mobilised / funded opponents
• Criticism of consultation processes
• Ongoing lobbying for BRT
• Challenges to route & station location
Delivery• Construction under heavy traffic
• Working with BIG project teams
– GoldlinQ / State Government– City of Gold Coast
• Timelines driving project processes
• Expectations on City officers
• Maintaining community support
• Managing traffic & road user safety
The Challenges
The Gold Coast Context
The Opportunities
The Project Journey
The Challenges
The Learnings
1. Retain focus on the project vision
2. Have a financial influence
3. Manage project risks
4. Develop & maintain collaborative relationships
The Learnings
Gold Coast University Hospital
Southport
Sundale Bridge
Surfers Paradise
Surfers Paradise Station
Broadbeach (GCRT / bus interchange)
Thank you
Useful reference: http://gcrtlessonslearned.com.au/lessons-learned/
Contact details:Matthew Tilly Executive Coordinator, Strategic Operations07 5582 [email protected]
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