Department of Transport and Main Roads
The Wave (Rail) Stage 1 Brownfield Package
Overview
Beerwah Coast Connect, an Alliance comprising Laing O'Rourke, Hatch and Georgiou will deliver the Stage 1 Brownfield Package.
The Brownfield Package comprises upgrades and new works to existing rail, station, road, and associated infrastructure at Beerwah and surrounding area, supporting The Wave rail connection and integration with the existing North Coast Line.
The Wave will deliver a new passenger rail line and metro style service, connecting Sunshine Coast communities between Beerwah, Caloundra, Birtinya, Maroochydore and the Sunshine Coast Airport - linking to Moreton Bay, Brisbane and beyond. The Queensland Government, acting through the Department of Transport and Main Roads (TMR), is responsible for delivering The Wave project. Stage 1 of The Wave is jointly funded by the Queensland and Australian Governments.
Stages 1 and 2 of The Wave will be delivered as a program of construction works for an approximately 26 kilometre dual-track rail line between Beerwah and Birtinya, with an upgrade/rebuild of Beerwah station and four (4) new stations to connect emerging population centres, including in Bells Creek (Aura), Caloundra, Aroona, Birtinya. The Wave Project also includes delivery of the European Train Control System Level 2 (ETCS Level 2) signalling across the entire rail alignment.
Rail and Station Works
Upgrade of Beerwah Station to meet modern accessibility standards and comply with the Disability Discrimination Act 1992, including:
- Construction of a new third platform
- Replacement of existing signalling
- Vertical access between platforms and station precincts to the east and west
- Upgraded station facilities, including ticketing facilities, public amenities, CCTV, and lighting
- Secure bicycle and scooter storage facilities
Track Works
- Modification of approximately 4 km of existing track and rail infrastructure at and around Beerwah Station
- Provision of a new freight holding road between Beerwah and Landsborough
- Tie-in with the Beerburrum to Nambour (B2N) Stage 1 duplication to the south
- Allowance for future gradeseparated junction works north of the station
New Rail Infrastructure
- Construction of a new gradeseparated rail junction immediately north of Beerwah Station to facilitate the Direct Sunshine Coast Line, including grade separation of Steve Irwin Way
- Construction of a new stabling facility (Beerwah South Yard) south of Beerwah Station for the Direct Sunshine Coast Line
Road, Transport, and Precinct Works
- Roadworks and modifications to existing roads and signalised intersections within the station precinct
- New and upgraded active transport links
- Bus interchange facilities, kiss-and-ride areas, and expanded park-and-ride facilities
- Minor road realignments within the station precinct
Utilities and Ancillary Works
- Public Utility Plant (PUP) relocation, protection, and new installations
- Drainage works, earthworks, retaining structures, demolition, and management of waste and contaminated materials
- Landscaping and urban realm works within and around the station precinct
- Temporary works required to facilitate construction.
Construction is expected to commence in 2027.
