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Banyo Station Undergoes Major Accessibility Upgrade

Queensland Rail has announced a significant upgrade to Banyo station as part of its Station Accessibility Upgrade Program. The project aims to improve accessibility for all community members, including those with prams, luggage, wheelchairs, or injuries.

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Key Upgrade Features

Banyo Station aerial view (Photo credit: queenslandrail.com.au)

The comprehensive upgrade includes a new footbridge with lift access and improved accessible parking. Passengers will benefit from full-length high-level platforms, upgraded hearing augmentation loops, and tactile ground surface indicators. 

Security will be enhanced with new cameras and lighting, while improved wayfinding and platform signage will help travellers navigate the station more easily.

Photo credit: queenslandrail.com.au

The renovation also encompasses accessible toilets, disability-compliant ticket windows, and an upgraded bicycle storage facility. Commuters will enjoy improved seating and extended platform shelters, along with an upgraded station office and facilities.

Station Closure and Alternative Transport

To expedite construction and ensure safety, Banyo station is now closed until the second half of 2024. During this period, trains will run express through the station. A dedicated shuttle bus service (Route 316) will operate between Northgate and Banyo stations, including stops at the Australian Catholic University and Earnshaw College. 

The existing bus route 306 remains available from Tufnell Road, near Banyo station. All route 316 services are designed to be accessible. The station car park will be closed for upgrade works from August 29 until late October 2024.

Nearby Alternatives

Site – August 2024 (Photo credit: queenslandrail.com.au)

Bindha and Nudgee stations, the nearest to Banyo, will remain open during the upgrade works. To assist commuters, the footpath from Royal Parade to Bindha station has been opened.

Passengers are advised to plan their travel by downloading the MyTranslink app, visiting translink.com.au, or calling 13 12 30 for the latest information and assistance.

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This upgrade is part of Queensland Rail’s commitment to improving accessibility across its network, ensuring that public transportation is convenient and accessible for all community members.

Published 16-September-2024

Happening Soon! Banyo Railway Station Upgrades

Banyo Station will soon undergo a multi-million-dollar upgrade to improve accessibility and overall customer experience. 

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The accessibility upgrades will feature a range of improvements, including a new additional pedestrian footbridge with lift access; full-length raised platforms and extended platform shelters; and upgraded hearing loops and tactile platform surfaces.

Locals can also expect upgraded security cameras and lighting throughout the station as well as new wayfinding and platform signage.

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Platform view (Photo credit: Queensland Rail)

Aside from Banyo Station, Bundamba Station will also undergo some upgrades. Queensland Rail has released the final designs for both stations, encouraging feedback from the local community via an online survey from Monday 14 February to 5:00 p.m. Friday 25 February 2022. 

The works are part of the Queensland Government’s $500 million investment in the Station Accessibility Upgrade program across South East Queensland, which seeks to improve the customer experience and accessibility for all customers on the network.

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Aerial view (Photo credit: Queensland Rail)

The Station Accessibility Upgrade Program by Queensland Rail focused on upgrading stations and facilities in the State to provide a service that is accessible, easy to get to, and easy to use.

Queensland Rail said these upgrades will significantly improve access for all customers, particularly people with disability, older people, people traveling with prams or luggage, and people recovering from injury.

“We are progressively upgrading stations across the South East Queensland rail network to make them accessible for all customers,” said Minister for Transport and Main Roads Mark Bailey.

“These important upgrades make a big difference in the lives of locals who rely on public transport to get around and I’m pleased to see this next stage of the upgrade get underway,” Mr Bailey added.

Member for Nudgee Leanne Linard was pleased to share artist impressions for Banyo station with her community, which for the first time provided a glimpse into how the project will transform the existing station. 

“This upgrade is welcomed by my community who have pushed for these improvements for a long time,” Ms Linard said in a media release.

“The benefits this will deliver will reach far and wide for all those who rely on public transport on a regular basis,” Ms Linard said.