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May 18, 2026 | Signalling

How ETCS is rewiring Australia’s national signalling strategy

Last year Australia’s federal states, in a historic act of unity, agreed that all future digital signalling systems will follow the European ETCS standard. Mark Simmons considers how this decision is likely to affect future projects and reviews progress with those that have already adopted ETCS.

December 29, 2025 | Freight

Reducing traction emissions

Australia’s rail freight operators are looking to embrace new technology in order to cut emissions. The results so far have been mixed, as Tony Duboudin explains.

November 27, 2024 | Australia/NZ

Australian standardisation possible in 2025

Transport commissioner, Ms Carolyn Walsh, tells delegates at Ausrail conference that ministers will act within six months.

November 26, 2024 | High-speed

High speed authority CEO confirms Sydney - Newcastle project timeline

The Australasian Rail Association-organised conference featured the High Speed Rail Authority’s CEO Mr Tim Parker.

July 22, 2024 | Fleet

Australia needs national rail decarbonisation strategy

Swift action is required, says report from Australasian Railway Association.

December 21, 2023 | Australia/NZ

Australia’s rail industry faces critical labour shortage

Report identifies shortfall of 70,000 workers mainly in operational and project roles.

November 21, 2023 | Infrastructure

Australian government axes major infrastructure projects

Winners and losers following independent review of Australian rail and road schemes.

October 24, 2023 | Australia/NZ

Australian rail Industry calls for more investment in freight network

Under-investment in Australia’s rail freight network is adding to the soaring cost of living, new data has revealed.

July 21, 2023 | News

Australia establishes rail innovation council

The body will provide advice to government on rail innovation priorities.

January 25, 2023 | Australia/NZ

Australian rail industry sees boom times ahead

With a pipeline of work worth $A 154bn stretching over the next 15 years, Australia’s rail industry is in confident mood. Tony Duboudin spoke to Australasian Railway Association CEO Caroline Wilkie.

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