Implications of High Speed Rail
for Canberra and the Capital Region
Implementation of the Canberra spur of the Sydney-Melbourne high speed rail line is a high priority to stimulate growth and economic development of Canberra and the Capital Region. But growth is not guaranteed simply by implementing a high speed line.
Fastrack has identified three key factors needed to ensure the benefits of faster connectivity are optimised for Canberra and the Capital Region:
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An active network of local stakeholders who must be proactive, taking leadership in planning to ensure the best urban and economic outcomes are achieved for the city and the wider region.
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Expansion of the light rail network to integrate new urban areas that maintain Canberra’s standard of liveability and seamlessly flow across the territory boundary.
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Completion of a range of targeted development projects at the station and other locations along the line to stimulate greater industry investment in key economic sectors .