Historic Dubbo Station in NSW is now ready for a facelift
The historic Dubbo Station in New South Wales is set to have a much-needed facelift that will improve safety as well as make the station more accessible while providing more modern facilities for rail passengers.
The upgrade is being carried out as part of the State Government’s multi-billion-dollar Transport Access Program (TAP) that aims to making access to stations easier for people with disability or limited mobility as well as for parents and carers with prams and customers with luggage.
“The NSW Government is committed to making public transport a first choice option for people living in the regions and the upgrade of the 141-year-old Dubbo Station will make it a more attractive transport choice for many more people,” Minister for Regional Transport and Roads Jenny Aitchison said.
The final design for the Dubbo Station upgrade takes into consideration feedback from the station users so that the improvements will meet the passengers’ needs now and into the future.
The project will include upgrades to existing paths around the station precinct, delivery of a new accessible kiss and ride zone, and improved amenities such as ambulant toilets.
Modifications will also be made to the waiting room and ticket counter so that passengers will be able to use the station more comfortably and with convenience. Other works will include the installation of new tactile indicators along the platform and improvements to lighting and wayfinding.
Major works to upgrade Dubbo Station are expected to commence in June and be completed by the end of 2023.
The Dubbo Station upgrade is going to be undertaken by North Construction, on behalf of Transport for NSW. The upgrade is estimated to support up to 40 jobs, providing a boost to the local economy and tourism.
“Railway station upgrades such as we’re seeing at Dubbo are focused on making it easier for people living in all parts of the state to choose rail as a comfortable, convenient and safe transport option,” Minister Aitchison said.
The New South Wales Government has committed over $2.2 billion towards the upgrades under TAP, which currently has more than 520 projects already completed or are currently underway across the State.
Source: Transport for NSW (1, 2); NSW Government – Media Releases
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