Backlog in rail defects reduced in 12 months
The backlog in high priority defects the Central Coast and Newcastle rail line has been reduced from 287 to 42 over the last 12 months, according to Member for Gosford Ms Liesl Tesch.
However, there are still 306 high priority defects needing attention.
"These are deemed to have the highest potential to impact reliability, based on where it is and what is damaged, such as overhead wiring issues, or track grinding that needs to take place.
She said "preventative maintenance backlog items" had been reduced from 13 to zero by April.
"When defects are fixed, fewer things go wrong on our rail network, which means smoother and more efficient journeys for our commuters," Ms Tesch said.
She said rail engineers and other rail workers had "worked tirelessly on our rail network to help minimise disruptions".
Visiting Woy Woy, Rail, Tram and Bus Union NSW branch president Mr Craig Turner said: "The current NSW Government, alongside the fantastic work of rail workers, is carrying out an extensive program, working around the clock.
"This will lead to a safer and more reliable service for Central Coast commuters."
SOURCE:
Media release, 23 May 2024
Joely Langmaid | Office of the Member for Gosford