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Transport for NSW – Transport Access Program

Overview

The Transport Access Program (TAP) is delivering a better experience for public transport customers across NSW by providing accessible, modern, secure and integrated transport infrastructure.
TAP projects strive to achieve maximum social, economic and environmental outcomes and value for money. The approach to embedding sustainability on the TAP program is to look at the main activities of the program and identify sustainability opportunities and outcomes.

While the scope of the TAP program will focus on upgrades in line with the Disability Standards for Accessible Public Transport (DSAPT) , the upgrades may also facilitate the use of public transport by:
• Enabling more people to transfer from using private vehicles to public transport by making stations more accessible;
• Designing interchanges to enable people to access stations by sustainable and healthy modes such as walking and cycling and by bus;
Providing accessible parking at stations to enable trains to be used for most of the journey instead of driving the whole journey.

About the Program

The Transport Access Program (TAP) is a NSW Government initiative delivering safe, modern and accessible public transport infrastructure across the state.

The overarching objectives for sustainability on TAP 3 are to inform the development of key targets and actions to deliver improved performance and positive benefits for society and the environment:

  1. Deliver improved social outcomes through design, procurement and ongoing use of TAP 3 stations.
  2. Deliver solutions that take into consideration the implications of a changing climate through a risk-based approach.
  3. Protect and enhance existing biodiversity on projects by taking into consideration impacts to ecosystems and vegetation during the decision making process.
  4. Manage resources through efficiency measures during design and construction.
  5. Actively work with the industry to build sustainability capacity and share knowledge through education and ongoing collaboration.

More than $2.2 billion has been invested in the Transport Access Program since 2011 to fund accessibility upgrades at stations, create better transport interchanges and build car parks.

Almost 90 per cent of transport customer journeys begin from locations now accessible to people with disability, those with limited mobility, parents and carers with prams and people with luggage.

Other upgrades have been undertaken to support an integrated transport network and seamless transfers for all customers.

Working with local businesses in regional NSW

Accessibility upgrades are now being planned, now underway or already completed at many regional train stations including Blayney, Wauchope, Armidale, Parkes, Casino, Dubbo, Grafton, Griffith, Narrabri, Moree, Queanbeyan, Taree, Junee, Gunnedah and Cootamundra.

Local businesses and suppliers are being encouraged to submit an Expression of Interest (EOI) to construct the station upgrades.

Why accessibility upgrades are needed

As an operator of public transport under the Disability Discrimination Act 1992 (DDA), Transport for NSW is required to upgrade the public transport precincts to ensure equitable access is provided for all customers.

Some public transport stations, wharves and stops do not currently meet the requirements of the federal Disability Standards for Accessible Public Transport 2002 (DSAPT).

The Standards set out minimum accessibility requirements for public transport providers and ensure that people with disability have equivalent access to public transport services.

Upgrading public transport precincts will make the public transport network accessible to people with additional mobility requirements, parents/carers with prams and customers with luggage.

A copy of the standards can be accessed on the website of the Commonwealth Attorney-General’s Department. Further information about the Standards can be found on the website of the Australian Human Rights Commission.

Transport for NSW determines the priority of upgrades using evidence-based criteria, including:

  • Current and future patronage
  • The needs and demographics of customers who use the location
  • Whether important services such as hospitals or educational facilities are nearby
  • Cumulative impacts of other construction projects
  • The accessibility of other nearby transport interchanges and facilities

The list of upgrades is regularly reviewed so the people of NSW can have confidence that upgrades are delivered where they are needed most.

The current progress of TAP upgrades at individual stations is detailed in the Ratings Directory on the ISC website.

Program Details

  • Rating Type: Rail
  • Registered Date: 3/11/2020
  • State: NSW
  • Suburbs: Across NSW
  • Assessor: Michelle Quinn

Transport Access Program 3 – Lapstone and Faulconbridge Stations Upgrades

Project Description

The Lapstone and Faulconbridge station upgrades (the Project) were completed as part of the Transport Access Program (TAP), a NSW Government initiative to provide a better experience for public transport customers by delivering modern, safe and accessible infrastructure.  The upgrades has made these station precincts accessible to people with a disability, limited mobility, parents/carers with prams and customers with luggage.

Key features of the upgrades include:

Faulconbridge

  • Two new lifts to access the station platform and bus stop
  • New unisex ambulant toilet and a family accessible toilet
  • Upgrades to the pedestrian ramp connecting the commuter car park to the footbridge
  • Upgrades to the existing, accessible car spaces
  • Upgrades to the kiss and ride bay in the existing commuter car park
  • Upgrades to station pathways, stairs and platform
  • Additional CCTV, lighting and signage

Lapstone

  • A new lift connecting the footbridge to Platform 2
  • One new family accessible toilet, one new male ambulant toilet and one new female ambulant toilet
  • Upgrades to the accessible car spaces
  • Upgrades to the ramp from the commuter car park to the pedestrian footbridge
  • A new station entrance to Platform 1
  • Accessibility upgrades to the platform waiting room
  • Upgrades to station pathways, stairs and platforms
  • Upgrades to CCTV, lighting and signage

Key Achievements

The Project leaves a legacy of sustainable infrastructure, advancing the NSW Government’s commitment to a low-carbon future and achieving environmental, economic and social sustainability outcomes. The project was awarded a ‘Leading’ Design IS rating by the Infrastructure Sustainability Council (ISC).

Key sustainability initiatives and project achievements include:

  • 5% reduction in energy use and greenhouse gas emissions across the project lifecycle, compared to a business-as-usual approach
  • Waste Diversion from Landfill – 100% of clean spoil, 99% of inert spoil and 73% of office waste diverted from landfill
  • Materials reduction achieved through use of resource efficient materials, fixtures and fittings
  • Reduction in noise, vibration and air quality impacts from expanding grout excavation system at Faulconbridge
  • Knowledge sharing through sustainability alerts and TfNSW Contractors forum
  • Use of materials and services on the iSupply directory for Innovation Challenge
  • Rock Scour Garden adjacent to the Lapstone lift
  • No trees were removed during the station upgrade and 34 new trees were planted
  • Positive contributions to the health and well-being of the local community through enhancement and enlargement of the existing Lapstone station Community Garden, including incorporation of the existing concrete community art pavers into the new concrete path and Aboriginal bush tucker plants included in the landscaping design
  • Enhanced landscaping and urban design to station entries and carparks including a ‘Friendship bench’, informal seating and rest areas
  • Commuter walking tracks to Leonay provide an opportunity to link to station heritage interpretation. As part of this, the access track is being improved to increase mountain bike access providing additional connection for community to the station and thereby linking to station interpretation. Increased use of mountain bikes will be facilitated by improved bike access from the station to existing bike routes. The improved access track will provide an elongated shallow steps facilitating access for bikes.
  • Preservation and enhancement of heritage values at Faulconbridge – including removal of the privacy wall in front of the FAT and preservation of heritage waiting room elements

Highlights:

Highlight 1: Using Resources: Achieving reductions in resource use

The Project demonstrated resource footprint reductions which will be realised across the asset life cycle, supporting the NSW Government’s commitment to resource efficiency and climate resilience. A summary of key reduction initiatives implemented follows.

Energy and GHG Emissions Reductions

The project will achieve a 25.5% reduction in greenhouse gas emissions across the project lifecycle, comparing the proposed design to the base case.

During the construction phase of the project, the GHG reduction was achieved by the:

  • Use of efficient lighting and appliances in site amenities
  • Use of 100% Green Power for Faulconbridge site amenities
  • Adjustments to the construction program to maximise efficiencies in plant equipment and fuel usage
  • Use of E10 ethanol fuel for 50% of construction vehicles.

GHG Reduction During Operation

During the expected operational life for the project, the GHG reduction is achieved due to:

  • LED lighting only is proposed, and additional savings through low light power density
  • Use of energy efficient fans
  • Lighting and fan controls to minimise consumption

Materials Reduction

The main opportunities include:

  • 30-50% Supplementary Cementitious Materials (SCM) replacement in our concrete (including the use of Envirocrete)
  • Reinforcement with 100% recycled steel content
  • Quantities of concrete and steel reinforcement reduced at Lapstone via a zig-zag ramp and slab design refinement
  • Reduction in asphalt use with platform resurfacing has been combined into single possession to complete all areas with no need for temporary ramp works
  • Glass reduction in lift shafts and replacement with Danpalon polycarbonate Roofing for the Family Accessible Toilet (FAT) canopy at Faulconbridge station (Danpalon is a recycled polycarbonate product).

Highlight 2: Improving Ecological Value and Habitat Connectivity

The enhancement of ecological value and habitat connectivity was achieved by:

  • Avoiding tree removal during station upgrades and the planting of 34 new trees to improve ecological value and habitat connectivity
  • Avoidance of negative impacts on native vegetation in the project footprint, through reducing project boundaries and limiting tree trimming
  • Landscape design maximising the use of planted native vegetation and minimising hard surfaces in design, where possible

Highlight 3: Social/Community Impacts

The project made positive contributions to the health and well-being of the local community through:

  • Enhancement and enlargement of the existing Lapstone Community Garden through:
    • dilapidated areas adjacent to the community garden were upgraded with new landscaping
    • existing concrete community art pavers were incorporated into the new concrete path
    • redesigning of the access path around the community garden in order to retain and preserve community value
    • Aboriginal bush tucker plants being included in the landscaping design
    • ecological and habitat connectivity enhancement for the area surrounding the community garden
    • Collaboration with local resident and station representative

The project was able to use cost-effective measures and go beyond the project scope to ensure community concerns were addressed through the public display process, and through alignment to the local Community Strategic Plan to do more for the community. In addition, the project team effort to give back to the community by working with different design sub-disciplines during workshops and working with the construction team to identify ways to collaborate with the community, allowed a greater response to community issues. This provides the community with visibility that their needs are being addressed by council and government representatives thereby making them feel valued.

 

Urban Design

 The following urban design initiatives were achieved on the project:

  • At Faulconbridge, a ‘Friendship bench’ has been incorporated and located under platform stairs and informal seating rest area located in front of the Kiss and Ride area
  • Open and enhanced landscaped areas providing visual amenity for the community
  • At Lapstone, the walking bush track to Leonay improves walkability as well as direct access to Lapstone station from the bush walk path
  • Community garden and landscaping enhancement including Aboriginal Heritage recognition through use of Bush Tucker plants
  • new access ramps providing a connection between the carparks and the station
  • At Lapstone, the 1960’s architectural style of the station that is unique on the Blue Mountains Line, was being enhanced; and
  • landscaping has incorporated Low Maintenance Native Plants Species selected

Lapstone Station entrance

Faulconbridge Station

Heritage

The following heritage values have been captured in the design:

  • Aboriginal inclusion was captured by introducing bush tucker plants as part of Landscaping Design
  • Garden beds that were a feature of Blue Mountains Stations of the mid- 20th Century are to be reinstated after works completion
  • The existing boards historic Sydney timetables in conjunction with historic roller boards are being retained in the stations’ Waiting Room.
  • Commuter walking tracks to Leonay provide an opportunity to link to station interpretation. As part of this, the access track is being improved to increase mountain bike access providing additional connection for community to the station and thereby linking to station interpretation.
  • Bike track access – Increased use of mountain bikes are being facilitated by improved bike access from the station to existing bike routes. The improved access track will provide an elongated shallow steps facilitating access for bikes.

Innovation Credits

The project also achieved a number of innovation credits for exceeding credit benchmarks for small project pathway criteria and Innovation Challenge 8 iSupply products and services.

Acknowledgments:

The achievement of the Leading Design IS Rating for the Lapstone and Faulconbridge Station Upgrades has been the result of a collaboration involving:

  • Transport for NSW as Project proponent
  • Arenco, the Project principle contractor who co-ordinated and embedded sustainability into construction; and
  • ISC project management staff

Transport Access Program 3 – Pymble, Erskineville, Normanhurst, Thornleigh, St Peters (PENTS), and Doonside Station Upgrades

Key benefits

Pymble

  • 3 new lifts to connect Pacific Highway, Grandview Street and the station platforms to the existing footbridge
  • A new forecourt on the Pacific Highway side, connecting the existing footpath and bus stop to the new lift
  • Improvements to accessible parking spaces near the Pacific Highway lift entrance
  • Improvements to amenities including a new family accessible toilet and a unisex ambulant toilet
  • Footpath upgrades on Grandview Street
  • New handrails and treads on stairs where required
  • Additional CCTV and lighting.

Erskineville

  • A new Southern entrance with pedestrian crossing and footbridge at Bridge Street, with three lifts and stairs connecting the new footbridge with station platforms
  • A new lift from the existing concourse to Platform 1
  • Upgrades to pedestrian pathways throughout the station precinct
  • New facilities, including family accessible, and male and female ambulant toilets, and accessible water fountain, bicycle hoops
  • New canopies at station platforms to provide better weather protection.
  • New and upgraded platform tactiles within project scope to help customers with visual impairments.
  • A new accessible parking space and kiss and ride spaces
  • Improvements to CCTV, lighting and way-finding signage.

Normanhurst

  • 2 new lifts to provide access to the station platforms
  • New weather protection screens and canopies at the lift entries
  • Improved accessibility to the waiting rooms
  • A new family accessible toilet and male and female ambulant toilets
  • New regular kiss and ride space on Denman Parade
  • New accessible pedestrian pathways throughout the station and at station entrances
  • New accessible entrance to Platform 1
  • New canopy coverage over Boarding Assistance Zones
  • New bicycle hoops
  • Upgrades to bus stops on Denman Parade and Malsbury Road
  • Improvements to CCTV, lighting and way finding signage
  • Electrical upgrades to accommodate new infrastructure

Thornleigh

  • 3 new lifts to provide access to the station platforms
  • Weather protection screens and canopies at the lift entries
  • Improved accessibility to the waiting rooms
  • A new family accessible toilet and unisex ambulant toilet
  • Upgrades to the bus stop and seating on The Esplanade
  • New accessible pedestrian pathways throughout the station and at station entrances
  • Upgrades to the existing accessible parking spaces in the commuter car park
  • A new accessible parking space and kiss and ride area on Railway Parade
  • New bicycle hoops
  • New canopy coverage over the Boarding Assistance Zone on Platform 3
  • Improvements to CCTV, lighting and way finder signage
  • Electrical upgrades to accommodate new infrastructure
  • New stairs on Railway Parade walkway connecting to the existing station footbridge.

St Peters

  • Two new lifts to provide access to the station platforms
  • New canopies at the station platforms to provide better weather protection
  • Upgrades to pedestrian pathways throughout the station precinct
  • New facilities, including a new family accessible toilet and new bicycle hoops
  • New and upgraded platform tactiles to help customers with visual impairment
  • New kiss and ride spaces
  • Improvements to CCTV, lighting and way finding signage.

Doonside

  • Four new lifts connecting the station entrances to the existing footbridge and station platforms
  • Continuous canopy coverage on both platforms from the new lifts to the boarding assistance zones
  • New stairs on platform 3 and 4
  • Upgrade the existing ramps, footbridge and the stairs on platform 1 and 2 with a new roof
  • Two new accessible parking spaces on cross street and one new accessible parking space on school parade
  • Reconfigure the existing kiss and ride bay
  • New family accessible toilet within the existing station building on platform 1 and 2
  • Regrade the accessible pathways throughout the station precinct
  • New bicycle hoops near the Doonside road ramp entrance and cross street ramp entrance
  • Improvements to CCTV, lighting and way finding.

TAP3 projects strive to achieve maximum social, economic and environmental outcomes and value for money. The approach to embedding sustainability on the TAP 3 program is to look at the main activities of the program and identify sustainability opportunities and outcomes.

While the scope of the TAP 3 program will focus on upgrades to meet Disability Standards for Accessible Public Transport (DSAPT) requirements, the upgrades may also facilitate the use of public transport by:

  • Enabling more people to transfer from using private vehicles to public transport by making stations more accessible;
  • Designing interchanges to enable people to access stations by sustainable and healthy modes such as walking and cycling and by bus;
  • Providing accessible parking at stations to enable trains to be used for most of the journey instead of driving the whole journey.

Project Details

  • Rating Type:Rail
  • Registered Date: 30.04.21
  • State:NSW
  • Suburbs: Pymble, Erskineville, Normanhurst, Thornleigh, St Peters, and Doonside
  • Assessor: Siddharth Bishnoi, Vladka Bartyzalova
  • Other Key Stakeholders: Transport for NSW, Arenco

Project Website

To find out more information about this project, visit the Transport for NSW website:

https://www.transport.nsw.gov.au/projects/transport-access-program

Transport Access Program 3 – Bexley North and Petersham Upgrades

Project Description

The Bexley North and Petersham station upgrade projects included a range of works to improve accessibility, security and amenity for public transport users. The two stations were upgraded as part of the TfNSW TAP3 program which aims to provide universal access and compliance with disability legislation.  The scope of works included utilities works and service relocations, new station entrances, footpath upgrades, demolition works, new lifts, new stairs, canopy and platform upgrades, new toilets, communications room upgrades, car park upgrades, stormwater/drainage works, tree removals, landscaping and other ancillary works.

The project prioritised sustainability throughout design, and focussed on reducing the projects greenhouse gas emissions, reduce materials use, maximise energy and water efficiency, reduce pollution and waste and to enhance positive social and economic outcomes for the community. The project went beyond small project pathway requirements, pursued several innovations and was awarded a leading rating for design with a score of 90.59

The information below details how these aspects were achieved.

Key Achievements

  1. Project collaboration, management and governance – setting up the project for success involved gaining the commitment and involvement of the project’s senior management in the sustainability deliverables and a project-wide team alignment to those deliverables. In addition to being a project-wide effort, the project also allocated dedicated resources to delivering the ISC rating and ensuring sustainability was both integrated into the project system and that there were clearly allocated responsibilities for sustainability outcomes. These efforts were underpinned by Arenco’s Environmental and Sustainability policy and ongoing support by Senior Management. The project also made commitments to specific outcomes related to its ISC rating, in relation to procurement, energy, water, climate change, materials, discharges, health, waste, heritage and stakeholder engagement. The project teams committed to achieving certain innovations in materials and emissions, and exceeded the small project pathway requirements on a number of occasions.
  2. Carbon neutral concrete – All readymix concrete supplied to the project by Holcim was carbon neutral, through a combination of offsets and high Supplementary Cementitious Materials (SCMs), with further reductions achieved through value engineering and design measures carried out by Arenco. At the time of concrete pouring this was the 2nd project in Australia to adopt this initiative, and was first in a metropolitan area (see highlight 1 below).
  3. Waste-to-energy initiative – the projects waste subcontractor (Grasshopper) sent over 110 tonnes of waste to be repurposed as Processed Engineered Fuel (PEF) in a Waste-to-energy facility (see highlight 2 below).
  4. Waterless vac trucks – these were used as a construction water and liquid waste saving initiative, avoiding the use of over 2800l of water (see highlight 3 below).
  5. Design score of 90.59 – This project achieved a design score of 90.59

Some key learnings came out of the project in relation to maximising sustainability outcomes, including:

  • Start early, implement systems, and raise awareness.
  • Ensure whole team involvement & proper management of sustainability deliverables.
  • Always pursue sustainability innovations even if they are hard or unorthodox.
  • Demonstrate value for money and potential cost savings of sustainability deliverables.
  • Give credit and recognition to innovators, whether they be on the project or outside.
  • Provide clear and instructive subcontracts to suppliers on sustainability expectations.
  • Be rigorous around collecting data and reporting on sustainability progress.

Highlights

Highlight 1: Carbon neutral concrete

All readymix concrete supplied by Holcim at both Petersham and Bexley North is carbon neutral, meaning a significant portion of the project’s overall material footprint is net zero. This is through a combination of offsets and high SCM, with further reductions achieved through value engineering measures. The project has been awarded innovation points as an Australian First (alongside Dubbo Regional Rail).

In addition, at Petersham station, the number concrete piles have been reduced from 10 to 6, reducing the number and depth of concrete piles in the cantilevered ramp structure from the carpark at Trafalgar St (reducing the use of concrete and reinforcement steel).  In Bexley North station, the carpark pavement design was also minimised, reducing the use of asphalt and subbase. In addition, at least 20% recycled asphalt pavement will be adopted at Bexley north for the car park extension. Further, all major materials by spend (namely steel and concrete) are covered by Environmental Product Declarations.

Highlight 2: Waste-to-energy initiative

Whole-of-life thinking and circular economy principles have been applied to waste on the project, which the preferred waste contractor (Grasshopper) helped to drive by implementing waste-to-energy initiatives for Bexley North and Petersham.

Waste-to-energy is an ideal solution for non- recyclable plastics, cardboard, paper, textiles, and waste timber that would traditionally end up in landfill. The ground-breaking solution of converting waste to energy provides multiple benefits to the environment as it reduces greenhouse gas emissions, diverts waste away from landfill, enhances the circular economy and forms part of a greater solution to fossil fuels. To date, over 110t of diverted waste has been used as waste to energy, mostly as processed engineered fuels.

Petersham

Bexley North

Highlight 3: Waterless vac trucks for construction water saving initiative

Waterless vac trucks are relatively new and significantly underutilised in the industry and to date have only been used on a handful of projects in NSW. The significant advantage of these dry vacs (compared to a traditional wet vacuum truck) is that they eliminate the use of high-pressure water, which avoids the generation of significant amounts of liquid waste, reduces the number of trips back and forward to the waste facility, and leads to considerably cheaper waste disposal (as the material is dry). This initiative saved over 2,800L of water for this project, as well as considerable waste disposal savings.


Petersham Station

Bexley North Station


Lift and lights at Petersham Station

Acknowledgements

  1. Arenco (Main Contractor) for taking ownership of the process and enabling the resources for the team to pursue a leading rating.
  2. Smart Infrastructure Consulting (Sustainability consultants)
  3. DesignInc – Urban Design and Architecture
  4. GHD – Design/Engineering consultants and sustainability design support
  5. TfNSW – Client
  6. Holcim – Carbon Neutral Concrete
  7. Grasshopper – waste contractor and responsible for waste-to-energy initiatives

Australian Firsts

  1. All readymix concrete on Bexley Nth & Petersham is net zero. This is the first project in a metropolitan area in Australia to adopt this initiative and along has been awarded Australian first (along with Dubbo Regional Rail).

Transport Access Program 3 – Wyee and Waratah Stations Upgrades

Project Description

The Waratah and Wyee Station upgrade works (the Project) were completed as part of the Transport Access Program (TAP), a NSW Government initiative delivering safe, modern and accessible public transport infrastructure across the state. The third tranche of the Transport Access Program, known as TAP 3, seeks to improve access to public transport for those with a disability, limited mobility or parents with prams.

The Project provides safe and accessible spaces that encourages community wellbeing through active transport provisions. Works at the two stations primarily involved provision of lifts for accessing boarding points on the station platforms. In addition, access improvements were made to and from car parks and Kiss and Ride drop off locations, and station facilities, such as toilets and waiting rooms, were upgraded to improve the overall experience for customers using the stations.

Awarded a ‘Leading’ As Built rating by the Infrastructure Sustainability Council of Australia (ISCA), the Project achieved numerous sustainable outcomes through its design and construction, including significant energy and water reductions, ecological enhancement, social procurement initiatives, and provision of community artwork.

Key sustainability initiatives achieved include:

  • 31% reduction in energy usage, achieved through the specification of high efficiency cooling systems for station equipment and service rooms. This equates to a saving of 14,059 GJ over the life of the Project.
  • Carbon emissions reduced by 4,376 tonnes of CO2-e (comprising 160 tCO2-e of Scope 1 emissions, 2,680 tCO2-e of Scope 2 emissions, and 1,536 tCO2-e of Scope 3 emissions). This is equivalent to energy use of 511 Australian homes for a year (source: BASIX).
  • Achievement of a 9% reduction in the Project’s materials footprint, equating to a saving of 774 tCO2-e (Scope 3 emissions, included in the figures above). Materials reduction initiatives were achieved through design refinement and maximisation of recycled.
  • 5 mega litres of water saved over the Project life cycle. This equates to over nine Olympic swimming pools. Achieved through water efficient design, including specifying high efficiency fixtures and fittings and the avoidance of landscape irrigation through drought resilient native plantings.
  • All steel reinforcement bars and mesh had an Environmental Product Declaration (EPD), representing 18% of total materials spend.
  • >50% more trees planted than Project offset requirements. This exceeded the highest level of ecological enhancement under the IS rating scheme.
  • Installation of community artwork at Waratah Station by local artists, based on local flora works by students of Callaghan College.
  • Adaptation for all extreme and high climate change risks as well as 71% of medium climate change risk.

Key Achievements:

The Project leaves a legacy of sustainable infrastructure, advancing the NSW Government’s commitment to a low-carbon future by setting a new sustainability benchmark for future accessibility projects in TAP and other transport infrastructure projects.

Key project achievements of this Project include:

  • Incorporating initiatives during design and construction to minimise the Project’s resource footprint
    • Achievement of a 31% reduction in energy usage on the Project, predominately through specification of efficient lighting and equipment. This equates to a saving of 14,059 GJ over the life of the Project
    • Reducing the Project’s water footprint by 43% (or 23.5 mega litres) over the life cycle through water efficient design
    • Achievement of a 9% reduction in the Project’s materials footprint, equating to a saving of 774 tCO2-e (Scope 3 emissions). Materials reduction initiatives were achieved through design refinement and maximisation of recycled.
    • Procuring steel reinforcement that has an associated Environmental Product Declaration, which represents 18% of total materials spend on the Project.
  • Creating a sense of place that celebrates the locality through installation of community artwork on the station building at Waratah Station
    • Artwork titled ‘Surround’ by local artists based on local flora art works by students of nearby Callaghan College. The piece pays homage to the graffiti history of the area and transport culture

Highlights:

Highlight 1: Using Resources: Achieving reductions in resource use

The Project demonstrated resource footprint reductions which will be realised across the asset life cycle, supporting the NSW Government’s commitment to resource efficiency and climate resilience. A summary of key energy, water, and materials reduction initiatives implemented follows.

Ene-1: Energy reduction of 31% and carbon reductions of 32%
Energy and carbon reduction initiatives incorporated on the Project include:

  • Specification of heat pump air-conditioning systems for station buildings with the highest available energy-efficiency
  • Use of high-efficiency LED lighting across the internal and external station areas
  • Selection of high efficiency ventilation, including a performance solution for cooling of lift shafts
  • Reduction in the stand-by power usage for new lifts
  • Purchase of 100% Green Power for construction compounds
  • High recycling rates for all waste generated on the project to avoid landfill emissions.

The implementation of these initiatives resulted in a total percentage carbon reduction of 32% and 3,602 t CO2e, with an energy reduction of 31% at 14,059 GJ.

Wat-1: Water reduction of 43% over the Project lifecycle
The Project involved implementation of water saving initiatives resulting in a 43% reduction in water use over the project lifecycle, equating to 23.5 mega litres of water saved. This reduction exceeds the credit benchmark for Wat-1, resulting in an innovation point.

Examples of water efficiency measures implemented include:

  • Water savings during construction through prioritising rehabilitation of exposed areas, timing of dust suppression activities, and efficient triggers and nozzles for hosesInstallation of appliances with high water use efficiency, including toilets with 4 star
  • Water Efficiency Labelling Scheme (WELS) ratings and taps with 6 star WELS ratings
  • Landscaping specified and designed to avoid the need for artificial irrigation.

The Project was delivered during a period of significant drought in NSW, highlighting the importance of implementing such water saving initiatives.

Rso-6 and Rso-7: 19% reduction in materials footprint and 8% spend on project materials with an EPD

The Project has demonstrated achievement of a 9% reduction in the materials footprint, equating to a saving of 774 tCO2-e. The Project piloted the IS Version 2.0 Rso-6 and Rso-7 credits as an Innovation Challenge, utilising the version 2.0 ISCA Materials Calculator.

Key materials reduction initiatives included:

  • Maximising supplementary cementitious material content in concrete mix designs
  • Procurement of steel reinforcement produced with energy-reducing polymer injection technology
  • Use of recycled crushed concrete aggregate
  • Design refinements resulting in reduced materials demand, including a redesign to avoid additional works as an extension of the Waratah Station building.

All steel reinforcement used on the Project had an associated Environmental Product Declaration, representing 18% of total materials spend on the Project. This exceeded the benchmark for credit Rso-7, resulting in an innovation point.

Highlight 2: Hea-1 & Eco-1: Creating a sense of place

Community artwork was undertaken at Waratah Station by local artists Nick Stuart and Bronte Naylor. The painting is titled ‘Surround’ and is based on local flora works by students of Callaghan College. The artwork pays homage to the graffiti history of the area and transport culture in general through the use of abstracted line work. The colour palette is taken from the twilight sky and industrial nature of the train tracks and the comfortable feeling of ‘coming home’ to familiar grounds.

Placemaking on the Project was also demonstrated through an improvement in ecological value achieved by planting >50% more trees than required by the Planning Approval and a strong focus on native vegetation. The landscape design involved planting a total of 39 trees, 17 trees at Wyee Station and 22 trees at Waratah Station as well as a variety of other native shrubs and grasses. This equates to an additional 15 trees planted.

As well as providing ecological value, the landscaping has contributed to an improved sense of place through activation of underused land at the frontage/approach to the station and is expected to enhance urban cooling effects. The improvement in ecological value was verified as an innovation for exceeding credit requirements. The Project’s approach to urban design also exceeded small project benchmarks through the use of a Design Review Panel (DRP).

 

Acknowledgments:

The achievement of the ‘Leading’ As Built IS Rating for the TAP Waratah and Wyee Station Upgrades has been the result of a collaboration involving:

  • Transport for NSW as Project proponent
  • Gartner Rose as Project principle contractor who co-ordinated and embedded sustainability into construction
  • Jacobs as the Project designer, including provision of sustainability design support including primary ISCA Assessor and preparation of technical reports and resource efficiency modelling
  • ISCA project management staffThe achievement of the ‘Leading’ As Built IS Rating for the TAP Waratah and Wyee Station Upgrades has been the result of a collaboration involving:
    • Transport for NSW as Project proponent
    • Gartner Rose as Project principle contractor who co-ordinated and embedded sustainability into construction
    • Jacobs as the Project designer, including provision of sustainability design support including primary ISCA Assessor and preparation of technical reports and resource efficiency modelling
    • ISCA project management staff

Transport Access Program 3 – Waitara Station Upgrade

Key benefits include

  • A new pedestrian underpass at the northern end of the platform;
  • Two new lifts, one from underpass entry near the car park and one to the station platform;
  • New station entrance on Alexandria Parade;
  • New staircases from the new underpass to the car park and to the platform;
  • New Boarding Assistance Zones;
  • New canopy coverage over the platform lift and stairs;
  • New family accessible and ambulant toilets;
  • A new pedestrian crossing on Alexandria Parade;
  • A new bike rack on Alexandria Parade;
  • Four new accessible parking spaces;
  • A formalised kiss and ride zone;
  • Additional CCTV and lighting.

TAP3 projects strive to achieve maximum social, economic and environmental outcomes and value for money. The approach to embedding sustainability on the TAP 3 program is to look at the main activities of the program and identify sustainability opportunities and outcomes.

While the scope of the TAP 3 program will focus on upgrades to meet Disability Standards for Accessible Public Transport (DSAPT) requirements, the upgrades may also facilitate the use of public transport by:

  • Enabling more people to transfer from using private vehicles to public transport by making stations more accessible;
  • Designing interchanges to enable people to access stations by sustainable and healthy modes such as walking and cycling and by bus;
  • Providing accessible parking at stations to enable trains to be used for most of the journey instead of driving the whole journey.

Project Details

  • Rating Type:Rail
  • Registered Date: 29.04.22
  • State:NSW
  • Suburbs: Waitara
  • Assessor: Tete Awotedu
  • Other Key Stakeholders Transport for NSW, Gartner Rose

Project Website

To find out more information about this project, visit the Transport for NSW website:

https://www.transport.nsw.gov.au/projects/transport-access-program

Transport Access Program 3 – Wahroonga, Narara, Lisarow Stations Upgrade

Key benefits include:

Wahroonga Station

  • A new lift with access from the Redleaf Avenue bridge to the station platform; a new accessible ramp and walkway between the station and Wahroonga Shopping Village; refurbishment of the Redleaf Avenue Bridge and new pedestrian footbridge; platform extension to connect the new lift; a new accessible toilet and unisex ambulant toilet; a new accessible parking space and spaces for kiss and ride, and taxis; a new canopy for the Platform 1 boarding assistance zone; improvements to CCTV and lighting, and 5 new bike parking hoops.

Narara Station

  • Two new lifts connecting the platforms to the existing footbridge and commuter car parks; a new accessible parking space and kiss and ride space in both commuter car parks; a new accessible path and stairs from the station to Narara Valley Drive; a new pedestrian crossing across the northern commuter car park; platform grinding, stencilling and installation of new tactiles; relocation of the existing southbound bus stop on Narara Valley Drive; formalised Boarding Assistance Zones on each platform; a new Boarding Assistance Zone canopy on Platform 1; upgrades to lighting, electrical infrastructure and CCTV.

Lisarow Station

  • Two new lifts connecting the platforms to the existing footbridge; a new accessible parking space and kiss and ride space in the Railway Crescent commuter car park; a new kiss and ride space in the Pacific Highway commuter car park; a new ramp to the southern station entry from the Pacific Highway pedestrian footpath; resurfacing work on Platform 1; formalised Boarding Assistance Zones on each platform; new Boarding Assistance Zone canopy on Platform 1; upgrades to electrical infrastructure, lighting, CCTV and public address system

TAP3 projects strive to achieve maximum social, economic and environmental outcomes and value for money. The approach to embedding sustainability on the TAP 3 program is to look at the main activities of the program and identify sustainability opportunities and outcomes.

While the scope of the TAP 3 program will focus on upgrades to meet Disability Standards for Accessible Public Transport (DSAPT) requirements, the upgrades may also facilitate the use of public transport by:

  • Enabling more people to transfer from using private vehicles to public transport by making stations more accessible;
  • Designing interchanges to enable people to access stations by sustainable and healthy modes such as walking and cycling and by bus;
  • Providing accessible parking at stations to enable trains to be used for most of the journey instead of driving the whole journey

Project Details

  • Rating Type: Rail
  • Registered Date: 22.09.2020
  • State:NSW
  • Suburbs: Wahroonga, Narara, Lisarow
  • Assessor: Diana Sponneck
  • Other Key Stakeholders Transport for NSW, Haslin

Project Website

To find out more information about this project, visit the Transport for NSW website:

https://www.transport.nsw.gov.au/projects/transport-access-program

Transport Access Program 3 – Towradgi Station Upgrade

Key benefits include:

  • A new footbridge over the rail corridor connecting the platforms of Towradgi Station
  • Two new lifts which will have three stops including platform level, road/pedestrian level and footbridge level. Lift landings will also have weather protection canopies in the waiting areas
  • New footpaths to connect Towradgi Road and Weber Crescent to the station and the new footbridge, as well as footpaths to the new accessible car spaces and kiss and ride area
  • Two accessible parking spaces and a kiss-and-ride zone on Weber Crescent
  • New stairs on either side of the footbridge
  • Replacing the existing station toilet with a new family accessible toilet
  • Replacement of platform shelters
  • Minor regrading and widening of the station platforms
  • Ancillary upgrades such as upgrades to closed circuit television (CCTV), lighting, handrails, drainage works, landscaping, way finding and signage
  • Construction of a new station services equipment room (SSER) next to Weber Crescent.

TAP3 projects strive to achieve maximum social, economic and environmental outcomes and value for money. The approach to embedding sustainability on the TAP 3 program is to look at the main activities of the program and identify sustainability opportunities and outcomes.

While the scope of the TAP 3 program will focus on upgrades to meet Disability Standards for Accessible Public Transport (DSAPT) requirements, the upgrades may also facilitate the use of public transport by:

  • Enabling more people to transfer from using private vehicles to public transport by making stations more accessible;
  • Designing interchanges to enable people to access stations by sustainable and healthy modes such as walking and cycling and by bus;
  • Providing accessible parking at stations to enable trains to be used for most of the journey instead of driving the whole journey

Rating Highlights

Climate Change and GHG emissions – Cli-1 and 2, Ene-1 and 2

  • Respond to climate change

A comprehensive Climate Change Risk Assessment (CCRA) was undertaken with relevant stakeholders (inc. TfNSW, Degnan, SMEC, etc). Using TfNSW’s climate risk assessment tools

  • Energy/GHG Reductions

The project design has modelled a 25% lifecycle greenhouse gas emissions reduction over base case, aligning to the TfNSW Sustainability Plan goals and Transport Future Energy Strategy.

This was achieved through maximising the efficiency of the design of the lift shaft ventilation system, the inclusion of passive ventilation louvres, the use of solar street lighting poles, and the installation of LED lighting

  • Renewable Energy
  1. The project will use 5 solar streetlights with no reliance or draw on the municipal grid. These will be used on council land in the landscaped areas adjacent to the platforms (note: these cannot be used on platforms due to DDA requirements).
  2. The project construction site electricity is 100% GreenPower sourced.

Improved environmental outcomes Wat-1, Mat-1, Dis-1 to 5

  • Improve Water Consumption

The project design has modelled a 18.3% lifecycle water use reduction over base case, supporting the NSW Government’s commitment to resource efficiency.

  • Materials Impact Reduction

The project design has modelled a 6.1% material enviropoint reduction over base case, supporting the NSW Government’s commitment to resource efficiency.

  • On-site Environmental Performance

The project achieved 13.21 of a possible 15.95 points for Discharge credits (82% of that available), showing Degnan and TfNSW’s commitment to good environmental practices. The project is aiming to have approx. 95% of the available points for Dis- credits verified at As-Built.

Community connection / Respect of culture and heritage – Hea-1

Connecting with communities / Respect culture and heritage

The project has undertaken several community-based initiatives. The three put forward for the Design submission were:

  • Inclusion of an Adult Change Table: In line with the TAP3 program’s intent of making transport accessible to a wider range of abilities, Wollongong City Council requested that the station’s toilet facilities be augmented with an adult change table for use by relevant members of the disabled community. This is a first in network.
  • Local Supply and Employment: The project’s high levels of local employment will have significant economic effects for the area, and
  • Aboriginal Involvement in Design: The project has put considerable effort into Aboriginal Community Involvement through design of both the Urban Design Plan and, later, through the Landscaping Design. The project has overcome significant barriers to consult with Coomaditchie and has directly input their designs as the project’s landscaping design (specifically using the totems of the whale and the ray). Images of these totems will be sand-blasted into the project’s seating areas.
  • Aboriginal Involvement in Design: The project has put considerable effort into Aboriginal Community Involvement through design of both the Urban Design Plan and, later, through the Landscaping Design. The project- undertook significant consultation with Coomaditchie and has directly input their designs as the project’s landscaping design (specifically using the totems of the whale and the ray). Images of these totems will be sand-blasted into the project’s seating areas.

   
Extracts from the project’s Landscape drawings

These design inputs were facilitated by the involvement of Aboriginal architects, Ngulaway Design Inc., TfNSW’s Aboriginal Engagement Team, and Coomaditchie, a local Aboriginal Corporation ‘dedicated to raising the esteem, pride and dignity of young Aboriginal people in their Aboriginal culture and heritage’.

Inn – Inn-1

Innovative Construction Materials

The project has collaborated with University of Wollongong’s Sustainable Building Research Centre (SBRC) to undertake a commercial trial of a novel air-entrained concrete material, described below:

Use of novel Air-entrained Concrete

Degnan and the SBRC have partnered to advance the sustainability offerings of both parties through a commercial trial of UOW’s Air-Entrained (Foamed) concrete material in façade panelling.

This foamed concrete panel will be used as cladding for the Station Services Equipment Room (SSER) building and is designed to reduce the overall weight of cladding and façade materials under non-structural applications. Innovations include the:

  • Use of concrete foaming agent, EABASSOC (approx. 2.5l per m3). This material is used in the production of foamed concrete (also known as Cellular Lightweight Concrete, CLC, or Aircrete),
  • Use of re-claimed materials in the form of glass dust. This material is a waste product from the recycling of broken glazing and would otherwise have been sent to landfill,
  • Replacement of steel reinforcement with the lighter C-Grid mesh reinforcement. Originally, this was to allow for ease of transport but reductions in embodied carbon are also likely, and while this material cannot be used for structural purposes, lower framing and associated materials will likely be needed for cladding/façades, reducing the overall materials impacts of the project.

Exceeding benchmarks for small project pathways

This project has exceeded the small projects pathway through completion of the full credit requirements.

  • Hea-1, and
  • Urb-1

Project Website

To find out more information about this project, visit the Transport for NSW website:

https://www.transport.nsw.gov.au/projects/transport-access-program

Transport Access Program 3 – Redfern Station Upgrade – New Southern Concourse

Project Description

The Redfern Station upgrade works (the Project) were completed as part of the Transport Access Program (TAP), a NSW Government initiative delivering safe, modern and accessible public transport infrastructure across the state. Providing accessible transport services for everyone in the community is one of the six priorities for Transport for NSW’s Future Transport Strategy. The third tranche of the Transport Access Program, known as TAP 3, seeks to improve access to public transport for those with a disability, limited mobility, and parents and carers with prams.

Upgrading Redfern Station will make it easier for all customers to access platforms connecting with train lines in the Sydney network, as well as improving an active transport link between the station and key destinations in the area such as the Redfern North Eveleigh precinct, South Eveleigh (formerly known as Australian Technology Park), and education centres.

Works at the Redfern upgrade included:

  • New concourse at the southern end of the station
  • New stairs and lifts from the new concourse to platforms 1-10
  • New station entrances
  • Little Eveleigh Street and Marian Street converted into shared zones
  • Relocation of street parking on Little Eveleigh Street to a new resident only carpark

Key achievements

The Project leaves a legacy of sustainable infrastructure, advancing the NSW Government’s commitment to a low-carbon future and achieving environmental, economic, and social sustainability outcomes. The project was awarded an Excellent Design IS Rating by the Infrastructure Sustainability Council.

Key sustainability initiatives and project achievements include:

  • Estimated greenhouse gas emissions saving of approximately 11,990 tCO2-e over the life cycle of the asset
  • Estimated 11% reduction in materials footprint associated with the project design
  • Climate change risk assessment and adaptation
  • An extensive co-design process involving the local community and other stakeholders
  • Positive contribution to the community and active transport through the provision of lifts, new shared zones, bike parking and connecting link through the concourse
  • Heritage aspects at Redfern Station have been protected, including unexpected heritage finds that led to adaptive changes in the design, and the local Aboriginal heritage included as part of the project site heritage interpretation strategy.
  • Continuous unattended monitoring of air quality, noise and vibration throughout construction
  • Trialling an Artificial Intelligence waste recognition unit and display (Oscar) at the Redfern Station site office and lunch room to inform construction workers which bins to put their waste in, and aiming to reduce high levels of waste contamination in site bins, and promote behaviour change on general waste identification
  • Proposed installation of 31kW solar PV panels on the canopy of the new Marian Street entrance
  • Using a biodiesel generator and B20 fuel to power the site office.

Project Highlights

Highlight 1

Using Resources: Targeted reductions in resource use

The Project targeted resource footprint reductions forecast to be realised across the asset life cycle, supporting the NSW Government’s commitment to resource efficiency and climate resilience. A summary of key energy, water, and materials reduction initiatives implemented follows.

Energy and Carbon

Carbon and energy initiatives on the project are estimated to provide greenhouse gas emissions saving of about 11,990 tCO2-e over the life cycle of the asset. Of these estimates, these are predominantly from Scope 2 emissions reductions related to operational energy use, with some Scope 1 emission reductions during construction. The most significant energy use and GHG emissions reductions over the lifecycle of the project are associated with maximising the efficiency of the design of the lift shaft ventilation system, the inclusion of passive ventilation louvres, and the installation of LED lighting.

The reduction of the project’s energy use and carbon intensity was targeted during construction is proposed by substituting a traditional generator from the plant hire supplier for a biodiesel generator. With the current carbon accounting methods, using B20 fuel instead of mineral diesel is predicted to reduce carbon emissions by about 20%. Not only can the use of biodiesel potentially lower the project’s carbon emissions, but the biodiesel generators emit less particulates and produce less noise.

Solar panels fitted to the roof of a storage container in the site compound were used to recharge the powered hand tools during construction.

The design of the new Redfern Station concourse proposes the installation of 31kW solar PV panels on the canopy of the new Marian Street entrance. Solar photovoltaic cells proposed to be installed on the canopy   are expected to contribute approximately 1117.5 MWh of energy over 25 years of operation. The Solar PV generation can provide benefits in offsetting energy usage and providing financial savings and showcase green energy for educational and community benefits.

Water

Measures to reduce construction water use as much as possible were targeted onsite. A water tank was provided at the station site to collect and reuse water during construction. Initiatives proposed include reuse of collected water in pedestrian barriers, for irrigation, and wash down, reuse of site office rainwater in the office bathrooms.

The project is also predicted to achieve reductions in operational water use through the installation of water efficient fixtures and fittings in the new accessible toilet facilities being constructed as part of the project.

Overall, the project could result in a reduction of 26% in water use for construction and operations.

Materials

The project has modelled an estimated 11% reduction in materials footprint associated with the project design. A key contributor to this was a reduction in embodied materials in the pavement mixes through use of Reconophalt in the new carpark and Synthetic Fibre Reinforced Concrete Pavement in the shared zones, and reduced amounts of reinforcing steel used in the project.

Highlight 2 – Commitment to climate change adaptation

Climate change risks were identified and assessed for the station in accordance with Transport for NSW Climate Change Risk Assessment Guidelines and AS-5334 Climate Change Adaptation for Settlements and Infrastructure: A Risk Based Approach (Australian Standards 2013). This included consideration of both direct and indirect climate change risks over the forecast useful life of the asset and involved a multi-disciplinary team to identify risks and issues.

Key measures to address potential impacts of future climate change on the operation of the asset were focused around reducing impacts associated with increased intensity and frequency of high heat days, increased severity and frequency of storm events, and potential impacts associated with extreme rainfall events and flooding. The measures to integrate climate change resilience included:

  • passive solar design of the concourse with shelter and refuge points for people during weather events
  • hydraulics and drainage design resilient to flood modelling under climate change scenarios
  • rainwater harvesting and passive drainage in shared zones capacity to allow for heat dissipation for high voltage cables.

Highlight 3 – Designing with the community in mind

 The project has worked with the community by taking on board feedback from local residents and stakeholders, as part of the co-design process. From this process, the project incorporated elements into the design of the Little Eveleigh Street shared zone, such as:

  • at-grade access to the station entrance
  • street furniture positioned away from residences to deter loitering
  • treatments to deter non-essential traffic in shared zones, without adding speed humps preferred plantings in the buffer zone, in accordance with the City of Sydney’s native plant list

Artist impression of access to Redfern Station

Heritage works in the project included:

  • relocation of a heritage station building
  • redesigning the carpark to avoid impact to a heritage retaining wall that was uncovered
  • reuse of the building at 123-127 Little Eveleigh Street as one of the new station entrances.

Key heritage themes of Redfern Station, such as the ongoing connection to the site and wider Redfern/Eveleigh area of the Aboriginal community, the industrial revolution and the ways that Redfern Station has changed over time and influenced the surrounding area. Adding to existing heritage interpretation in the local area, the project design includes:

  • bespoke seating incorporating heritage interpretation and patterned paving
  • words and phrases incorporated into paver inlays and engraved into concrete
  • interpretive signage with text and graphics, plaques, and tree grates
  • glass graphics on windows and hand painting on walls of the adapted heritage building entrance
  • bollard design at station entrances.

The Platform 1 heritage building was slowly and carefully guided into its new location using an innovative construction technique

The start of project works was marked with a smoking ceremony carried out by the Metropolitan Local Aboriginal Land Council to cleanse the site. The project team was strongly committed to take on board and resolve concerns of our community and business neighbours, setting up a concierge service for Little Eveleigh Street for the duration of the shared zone works to assist with day to day concerns and needs such as deliveries and moving house, and preparing a business activation plan. The team was involved in local community days and supported Mudgin-gal Women’s Place.

Project Details

  • Rating Type:Rail
  • Registered Date: 17.02.2019
  • State:NSW
  • Suburbs: Redfern
  • Assessor: Eloise Doyle
  • Other Key Stakeholders Transport for NSW, Novo

Project Website

To find out more information about this project, visit the Transport for NSW website:

https://www.transport.nsw.gov.au/projects/transport-access-program

TAP 3 – Killara and Turrella Stations Upgrades

Description

The Transport Access Program (TAP) aims to enhance the experience of public transport customers by providing accessible, modern, secure, and integrated transport infrastructure. 

Upgrades to two existing train stations will include the following: 

  • Construction of new lifts for access to station platforms and existing footbridges, complete with lift landings, canopies, throw screens, and support structures. 
  • Installation of seating and canopies in existing boarding assistance zones, where necessary. 
  • Provision of accessible kiss-and-ride spaces and new accessible parking spaces. 
  • Reconfiguration of existing station toilet facilities to include family accessible and ambulant toilets. 
  • Ancillary works such as platform regrading, minor modifications to station buildings, and upgrades to station power supply. 

Rating Highlights 

Category  Credits  Achievements/Risks 
Discharge to Air, land, and water  Dis-3  The Project achieved a verified level of 3 with a score of 5.28. 

The Project effectively managed noise during construction, adhering to TfNSW’s Construction Noise and Vibration Strategy. Their vibration goals focused on minimizing human discomfort, protecting contents within buildings, and maintaining the structural integrity of buildings. 

At Killara Station, the heritage-listed station building was recognized as a sensitive receiver, while at Turrella Station, multiple sensitive receivers were identified within the minimum working distances for vibration-intensive equipment.  
Community Health, Well-being, and Safety  Hea-1  The Project achieved a verified level of 3 with a score of 2.78. 

The project adopted the Kuringgai Council’s 2038 community strategic plan which emphasizes sustainability in community health, well-being, and safety through various initiatives addressing priority issues. The objective is to encourage a community that embraces healthier lifestyle choices and practices.  
Water  Wat-1  The Project achieved a verified level of 2.9 with a score of 4.84. 

The Killara water model comprehensively manages potable and non-potable water uses during both the construction and operational phases of the project. It includes essential uses such as dust suppression, road sweeping, vacuum excavation, and facilities like toilets and taps. The model projects total water uses at 0.50 ML during delivery and 2.48 ML over the infrastructure’s lifecycle. Importantly, the model achieves a 19% reduction in water use compared to the base case.  

 

Verified Innovations 

Name   Verification Date  Innovation Type   Description & Sustainability Benefits 
Inn-1.1 Rso-6 & Rso-7  19/04/2024  ​​  Innovative technology or process  The Project received 0.15 points. 

  
Inn-1.3 iSupply  19/04/2024  ​​  Innovative technology or process  The Project received 0.75 points. 

The project has used 3 suppliers from IS ISupply directory. 
Inn-1.4 Gatewave  19/04/2024  ​​  Innovative technology or process 

Australian First 

 The Project received 3 points. 

Gatewave was developed by Renzo Tonin and Associates for advanced noise and vibration modelling. It models airborne noise, ground-borne noise, and vibrations accurately. It supports a wider range of construction equipment and assesses cumulative impacts from multiple concurrent work scopes. It reduces unnecessary mitigation costs and improves compliance with environmental standards. 

 

 

Certified Date

25/6/2024

 

Transport Access Program 3 – East Hills and Yagoona Stations Upgrades

Key Benefits:

East Hills Station

  • 2 new lifts connecting from the underpass to the station platforms
  • upgrade of the station entrance on Park Road to provide improved pathways for customers
  • upgrade of the two existing accessible parking spaces in the commuter car park
  • a new kiss and ride area on Park Road
  • upgrade of the pathway connecting Maclaurin Avenue to the station entrance
  • provision of a new family accessible toilet, and upgrade of the existing male and female toilets to include an ambulant toilet cubicle within each
  • installation of hearing loops and new boarding assistance zones on all platforms
  • improvements to lighting, CCTV and way-finding signage.

Yagoona Station

  • replacing the existing station entry concourse, building and stairs with a new station entry concourse from the Hume Highway including a new lift and stairs connecting the concourse to the station platform
  • a new station building on the island platform for station facilities, including a new family accessible toilet and new male and female ambulant toilets
  • additional platform canopies to provide continuous cover from the new lift and stairs to Platform 1 boarding assistance zone
  • two new accessible parking spaces in the Breasley Place commuter car park and upgrade of the two accessible parking spaces in the Ritchie Road commuter car park
  • upgrade of pathways from both commuter car parks to the station entrance
  • new kiss and ride bay on Hume Highway
  • platform regrading and new tactile installation
  • relocating existing bike hoops
  • upgrades to lighting, and CCTV.

TAP3 projects strive to achieve maximum social, economic and environmental outcomes and value for money. The approach to embedding sustainability on the TAP 3 program is to look at the main activities of the program and identify sustainability opportunities and outcomes.

While the scope of the TAP 3 program will focus on upgrades to meet Disability Standards for Accessible Public Transport (DSAPT) requirements, the upgrades may also facilitate the use of public transport by:

  • Enabling more people to transfer from using private vehicles to public transport by making stations more accessible;
  • Designing interchanges to enable people to access stations by sustainable and healthy modes such as walking and cycling and by bus;

Providing accessible parking at stations to enable trains to be used for most of the journey instead of driving the whole journey.

Project Details

  • Rating Type:Rail
  • Registered Date: 01.06.2021
  • State:NSW
  • Suburbs: East Hills and Yagoona
  • Assessor: Rob McCann/Charles Pachulicz
  • Other Key Stakeholders Transport for NSW, Arenco

To find out more information about this project, visit the Transport for NSW website:

https://www.transport.nsw.gov.au/projects/transport-access-program

Transport Access Program 3 – Beecroft, Niagara Park, and Ourimbah Stations Upgrades

Key benefits:

Beecroft

  • Two new lifts; a new platform canopy;
  • Reconfiguration of the family accessible toilet, improvements to accessible parking; upgraded footpaths;
  • Provision of a dedicated station services equipment room; improvements to CCTV, way-finding and lighting to improve safety and security;
  • Landscaping works and relocation of impacted artworks;
  • Heritage Interpretation within existing underpass.

Niagara Park

  • Three new lifts connecting the carparks, platform and pedestrian footbridge;
  • Bicycle hoops;
  • Kiss and ride spaces;
  • Permanent bus stop relocation;
  • A new footpath and new pedestrian crossing.

Ourimbah

  • Two new lifts;
  • A new station entrance;
  • A new compliant access ramp;
  • A new undercover waiting area;
  • Provision of a new platform waiting area canopy;
  • Improved amenities including modifications to the existing Family Accessible Toilet and installation of hearing loops;
  • Lighting and CCTV for security and safety.

TAP3 projects strive to achieve maximum social, economic and environmental outcomes and value for money. The approach to embedding sustainability on the TAP 3 program is to look at the main activities of the program and identify sustainability opportunities and outcomes.

While the scope of the TAP 3 program will focus on upgrades to meet DSAPT requirements, the upgrades may also facilitate the use of public transport by:

    • Enabling more people to transfer from using private vehicles to public transport by making stations more accessible;
    • Designing interchanges to enable people to access stations by sustainable and healthy modes such as walking and cycling and by bus;
    • Providing accessible parking at stations to enable trains to be used for most of the journey instead of driving the whole journey.

Project Details

  • Rating Type:Rail
  • Registered Date: 18.09.2020
  • State:NSW
  • Suburbs: Beecroft, Niagara Park and Ourimbah
  • Assessor: Tete Awotedu
  • Other Key Stakeholders: Transport for NSW, Gartner Rose/SMEC & KBR

To find out more information about this project, visit the Transport for NSW website:

https://www.transport.nsw.gov.au/projects/transport-access-program