ARTC trials train tracking system in SA
A new satellite tracking system that lets large trains to be remotely controlled is on trial in SA.
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May 26th, 2011
Bid for Le Fevre train curfew
Ninety people have so far signed a petition calling for a rail curfew on the Outer Harbor freight line.
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March 26th, 2011
Longer Hills trains plan builds steam
Plans to allow 1.8km freight trains to run through the Hills are one step closer, with the state’s Development Assessment Commission (DAC) considering a proposal to build a $20 million crossing loop at Ambleside.
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March 23rd, 2011
New Mitcham rail freight group
A new rail taskforce will be set up to continue pushing the state and federal governments to re-route the freight line out of Mitcham.
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March 16th, 2011
Train stowaways charged by police
Two men accused of trying to hitch a free ride to Melbourne by riding between containers on a freight train have been charged by police.
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February 15th, 2011