The Queensland Government has begun public consultation on the proposed Gold Coast Light Rail Stage 4 project.
The consultation will be open for six weeks to support an independent project review by the Department of State Development, Infrastructure and Planning.
The departmental review will assess all the routes, public transport modes and connectivity options to develop a detailed profile of connectivity and transit needs that ensure future transport options serve the needs of the local community.
Findings from community consultation and the technical review will inform the recommendations for southern Gold Coast’s transport plans.
Deputy Premier and Minister for State Development, Infrastructure and Planning, Jarrod Bleijie encouraged southern Gold Coast residents to have their say.
“The Crisafulli Government is committed to ensuring residents are consulted, following the disdain shown to their community by the former Labor Government,” Deputy Premier Bleijie said.
“Despite 235 properties being at risk of resumption and the loss of over 1,000 local carparks, the former Labor Government deliberately kept residents in the dark.
“Through this consultation process, we will ensure locals are informed of the proposed impacts on their community so they can have an informed say about the future of this project.
“Consultation begins today and will conclude on 2 May, with the aim to ensure future public transport options are affordable and serve the needs of the local community.
“I urge southern Gold Coasters to have their say, which will help shape an impactful outcome for the transport infrastructure in their region.”
Findings from community consultation and the technical review will inform the recommendations for southern Gold Coast’s transport plans.
Details on how to submit feedback are available on the Queensland Government website www.qld.gov.au/futuretransport.
Consultation closes on 2 May 2025.
