PRIVATE SECTOR INVITATION
Northern Railway Line Reactivation (Armidale–Queensland)

Rail advocacy groups in the New England region are seeking Expressions of Interest (EOI) from experienced rail construction, infrastructure, and operations companies to participate in the potential future reactivation of the Northern Railway Line connecting Armidale to Queensland.

Why This Matters

Rising fuel costs and supply uncertainty impacting road freight
Increasing pressure on the trucking industry
Strong potential for more efficient, lower-cost freight movement
Opportunity to support regional development and resilience e.g. New England Renewable Energy Zone(REZ)
Growing infrastructure needs amid drought and supply challenges in New England

Opportunity

Freight and/or passenger rail services
Long-term infrastructure investment potential
Strategic inland transport corridor linking NSW and Queensland
Further details available on project scope, benefits, and potential support.

Contact
Dr. Siri Gamage
Regional Rail Advocate, Armidale
📧 Siri.gamage1951@gmail.com