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Unlocking Western Sydney’sPotential with Light RailWestern Sydney Light Rail Network
Part 2 Feasibility Report
AUGUST 2013
02
CONTENTS
Contents
Foreword
Overview
Light Rail in Western Sydney
Greater Parramatta Section
Macquarie Park Line
Castle Hill Line
Regional Growth and Development
Precinct Urban Renewal
Costs and Staging
Next Steps
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For more information
Parramatta City Council
30 Darcy Street, Parramatta NSW 2150
T – 02 9806 5050
Western Sydney Light Rail Network | Part 2: Feasibility Report
This report has been prepared with the support of:
It is my pleasure to release Part 2 of the Western
Sydney Light Rail Network Feasibility Report.
This report follows the release of Part 1 in May 2013, which identifi ed the
preferred fi rst stage of the Network comprising two lines from Parramatta;
one to Castle Hill and the other to Macquarie Park. This is the start of a Light
Rail Network that will grow and evolve to meet the future economic and social
needs of Western Sydney, with future lines to Bankstown and Rhodes via
Sydney Olympic Park already identifi ed.
Part 2 of Council’s study further investigated the fi rst stage lines in terms of
transport and land use. We undertook an initial engineering feasibility and
identifi ed preferred alignment and stops as well as refi ned the cost. We also
investigated the land use change potential to accommodate population and
employment growth that could be anticipated as consequence of the Network.
This document strengthens the case for the Western Sydney Light Rail network.
Council is now calling on both State and Federal Governments to fund the next
stage study including a detailed business case.
It is a question of when this network will be built, not if. Parramatta and
Western Sydney are growing and need better public transport to support the
growth of the region and a future generation of Sydney-siders.
Cr John Chedid
Lord Mayor of Parramatta
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FOREWORD
Western Sydney Light Rail Network | Part 2: Feasibility Report
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OVERVIEWFIRST STAGE OF THE NETWORK
04 Western Sydney Light Rail Network | Part 2: Feasibility Report
Castle Hill
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Parramatta City Council has undertaken the Western Sydney Light Rail Feasibility Study to address the challenges of a growing Western Sydney region.
In Part 1 of the study (see separate document), Council with the support of consultants undertook fi ve separate but integrated studies focussed on transport, land use, environmental, economic and health and social areas to design a Light Rail Network and identify a preferred fi rst stage scheme.
Lines to Macquarie Park and Castle Hill emerged as the most feasible two alignments.
Part 2 of the study, this document, further investigated the two lines.
The central section of the fi rst stage is common to both lines and covered in detail (pages 8–9). The eastern section, Rydalmere to Macquarie Park (pages 10–11) and northern section, North Parramatta to Castle Hill (pages 12–13) is also covered in detail.
The study recommends that the Macquarie Park Line be constructed before the Castle Hill Line. The revised cost for both lines is $1.525b for 30km including a depot and 21 light rail vehicles to operate a service every 10 minutes on both Lines.
05Western Sydney Light Rail Network | Part 2: Feasibility Report
Key
Macquarie Park Line Castle Hill Line Future Lines
Stop
First Stage Network
Objectives
Parramatta City Council instigated
the $1m Western Sydney Light Rail
Feasibility Study to gain a better
understanding of how light rail
could advance the following regional
priorities:
> Economic – increase economic
productivity
> Lane Use – accommodate
residential growth and stimulate
employment growth
> Transport – provide greater
transport options to Parramatta and
across the region
> Social and health – improve social
disadvantage and quality of life for
all residents.
Part 1 of Study
Part 1 of the study identifi ed 15
strategic transport corridors within
15 km of Parramatta and assessed
them for their potential to address the
challenges of the region.
A series of multi-criteria gateway
assessments were undertaken to
fi lter and refi ne corridors to identify
the preferred network of four lines
and fi rst stage of two lines (see map
below).
Part 1 concluded that light rail
was feasible along the alignments
considered and investment in light rail
will signifi cantly transform the social,
economic and physical function of
Western Sydney.
Part 2 of Study
Part 2 of the study, this document, is a
more detailed transport and land use
analysis of the proposed fi rst stage of
two lines.
It includes an initial engineering
assessment, potential land use change
and urban renewal opportunities with
potential dwelling and job numbers
and refi nement of capital costs
including staging.
The study demonstrates how light
rail will change the urban form along
an alignment and activity centre, and
how it contributes to urban renewal,
particularly where underutilised
and less accessible neighbourhoods
are transformed into desirable and
attractive places.
OVERVIEWFEASIBILITY STUDY
06 Western Sydney Light Rail Network | Part 2: Feasibility Report
Proposed Western Sydney
Light Rail Network
Key
First Stage
Macquarie Park Line
First Stage
Castle Hill Line
Future Stages
What is Light Rail?
The terms tram and light rail are often
used interchangeably.
Light rail in this study refers to a
system predominately operating in
a segregated alignment with less
frequent stops and higher average
speeds than local bus services.
A ‘tramway’ is an on-street rail system
operating in shared traffi c conditions
and resembling a local bus service with
frequent stops and a slower speed.
Tram is also used for an older style
of vehicle with less capacity and less
accessibility whereas light rail vehicle
is used to describe its modern cousin.
Role of Light Rail
in the region
The Western Sydney Light Rail
Network will help build a new city at
Parramatta; changing the structure of
Greater Sydney from a mono-centric to
a poly-centric model.
The Network also connects Parramatta
to the major economic centres of the
region, and these centres to each other.
It provides new access and opportunity
to the residents, business owners,
commuters and students of Western
Sydney, helping to unlock the social
and economic potential of the region.
LIGHT RAIL INWESTERN SYDNEY
07Western Sydney Light Rail Network | Part 2: Feasibility Report
GREATER PARRAMATTAWESTMEAD w PARRAMATTA w RYDALMERE
This section focuses on the route through Greater
Parramatta, the core of the network. The route between
North Parramatta and Rydalmere is common to both lines
while the North Parramatta to Westmead section is part of
the Macquarie Park Line.
From Westmead Station the light rail operates in segregated lanes in the centre
of Hawkesbury Rd. Through Cumberland Hospital the route shares the road with
limited traffi c. Church St then reallocates the road space from buses to light rail
with segregated lanes in the centre of the road. From Riverside Theatres the light
rail shares the road with limited traffi c.
Macquarie St has two segregated lanes for light rail. The route through Harris
Park uses a combination of segregated lanes (road corridor widening) and lightly
traffi cked roads. The line passes under James Ruse Drive where a road fl yover is
constructed as part of the Western Sydney Regional Ring Road. The line parallels
the Carlingford Line between Camellia and Rydalmere on a dedicated right-of-way.
The Greater Parramatta
section of the network
connects:
Westmead Medical Precinct
including the Cumberland Hospital
North Parramatta with Parramatta
Stadium and Riverside Theatres
Parramatta CBD, a regional city
with signifi cant employment and
large retail services presence
Harris Park local centre
Camellia with access to
Rosehill Racecourse
Rydalmere including University
of Western Sydney
Connections Route Description
08 Western Sydney Light Rail Network | Part 2: Feasibility Report
Hawkesbury Rd, Westmead (artist’s impression)
Stops
Within this section 17 stops were
investigated and 12 preferred
stops were identifi ed (see route
map) on the preferred alignment,
along with interchange
opportunities and destinations.
Key Benefi ts
> Increases accessibility for
people and business across
Greater Parramatta
> Connects residential areas
with jobs, education, health,
recreation and culture
> Supports new developments
both residential and
employment in the Parramatta
CBD
> Drives urban renewal in the north
and south of the Parramatta CBD
> Establishes the core of a Western
Sydney Light Rail Network
Alternative Routes
A route via Parramatta Stadium was
considered and would offer a direct
connection to the venue. However,
a route along Church St avoids
duplicate infrastructure and still
serves Parramatta Stadium, as well as
strengthening Church St as the city’s
spine.
Future Lines
The light rail is planned to expand over
time. A Bankstown Line would continue
south along Church St and Woodville
Rd. An Olympic Park Line would
continue eastward from Camellia
along the existing transport corridor
with a new crossing of Duck River.
Depot and Operations Centre
Camellia has been identifi ed as
the site of a potential depot and
operations centre which can serve
both lines and the future network.
Challenges to be managed
> CBD traffi c and bus management
> Pedestrian safety
> Land availability
> Future of the Carlingford Line
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Alternative Route
Castle Hill Line
Existing Heavy Rail
School
University
Shopping Centre
Hospital
Rail interchange
Bus interchange
Ferry interchange
Park + Ride
09Western Sydney Light Rail Network | Part 2: Feasibility Report
Westmead w Parramatta w Rydalmere
MACQUARIE PARK LINERYDALMERE w MACQUARIE PARK
The Macquarie Park
line connects:
Westmead, Parramatta, Harris
Park, Camellia and Rydalmere
(see Greater Parramatta section)
Dundas local centre
Telopea
Eastwood town centre
Marsfi eld
Macquarie Park including business
parks, Macquarie University and
large shopping centre
The Macquarie Park Line connects Westmead to Macquarie
Park via Parramatta, Rydalmere, Dundas and Eastwood.
This section focuses on the route between Rydalmere and
Macquarie Park.
From Rydalmere the light rail will parallel the Carlingford Line to Dundas on a
dedicated right-of-way and then use segregated lanes in the centre of Kissing
Point Rd. The line crosses Brush Farm Park with a viaduct limiting the impact on
the environment. The County Rd freeway reserve is utilised with segregated lanes
in the centre of a widened Rutledge St.
Rowe St is the preference through Eastwood on a shared road with limited traffi c.
The line then uses the County Rd freeway reserve through Marsfi eld with a
dedicated right-of-way mainly. Herring Rd leads to the regional shopping centre in
Macquarie Park and uses a combination of shared and segregated lanes.
Connections Route Description
10 Western Sydney Light Rail Network | Part 2: Feasibility Report
Potential County Rd stop (artist’s impression)
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This section investigated 11 stops
and identifi ed 9 preferred stops
(see route map) on the preferred
alignment, they are shown on the
route map, along with interchange
opportunities.
Key Benefi ts
> Provides a direct public transport
connection between Greater
Parramatta and Macquarie Park
> Connects residential areas with
jobs, education and recreation
> Opportunities for urban renewal
> Makes use of land reserved for
transport
Alternative Routes
An alternative route through Eastwood
along First St was considered. This
route is direct but the route along Rowe
St better serves the rail station and
town centre.
Carlingford Rail Line
The light rail proposal assumes
the Carlingford Line continues to
operate. The future of the line is a
State Government matter, however,
converting the line between Camellia
and Dundas to light rail reduces the
cost of the Macquarie Park Line.
Challenges to be managed
> Future of the Carlingford Line
> Crossing Parramatta River
> Environmental impact on Brush
Farm Park
> Impact on existing bus services
and traffi c, especially within
Macquarie Park
11Western Sydney Light Rail Network | Part 2: Feasibility Report
Rydalmere w Macquarie Park
Key
Macquarie Park Line
Alternative Route
Castle Hill Line
Existing Heavy Rail
School
University
Shopping Centre
Hospital
Rail interchange
Bus interchange
Ferry interchange
Park + Ride
The Castle Hill Line
connects:
Parramatta, Harris Park, Camellia
and Rydalmere (see Greater
Parramatta section)
North Parramatta
Northmead
Baulkham Hills
Castle Hill Trading Zone
Castle Hill with large shopping
centre
CASTLE HILL LINENORTH PARRAMATTA w CASTLE HILL
The Castle Hill Line connects Rydalmere to Castle Hill via
Parramatta, Northmead and Baulkham Hills. This section
focuses on the route between Albert St North Parramatta
and Castle Hill.
From Albert St North Parramatta to Northmead the light rail travels in segregated
lanes in the centre of road utilising existing bus lanes. There is road reserve along
Windsor Rd to Baulkham Hills which allows for the centre lanes to be used for light
rail and the road to be widened to maintain four traffi c lanes.
The route from Coronation Ave to Showground Rd is either located in the centre of
the road, or on one side to manage the impact on turning traffi c at intersections
and the topography of Carrington Rd.
The approach to Castle Hill is along Showground Rd where there is land reserved
for road widening. There is scope for two light rail lanes and four traffi c lanes
where there are currently just two traffi c lanes.
Connections Route Description
12 Western Sydney Light Rail Network | Part 2: Feasibility Report
Old Northern Rd at Crane St, Castle Hill (artist’s impression)
North Parramatta w Castle Hill
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This section investigated 14 stops
and identifi ed 10 potential stops on
the preferred alignment (see route
map), with interchange opportunities
and destinations.
Key Benefi ts
> Provides a direct public transport
connection between Greater
Parramatta and Castle Hill
> Interchange to two North West Rail
Link stations, increasing access to
the growing northwest
> Enhances north-south regional
connectivity across Western Sydney
> Connects residential areas with jobs,
education and recreation
> Opportunities for urban renewal
Alternative Routes
An alternative route along North
Rocks Rd was investigated to avoid
the congested intersection of James
Ruse Dr and Windsor Rd, however on
balance it is considered the direct route
with a widened intersection is a better
solution for both road traffi c and light
rail, and avoids steeper gradients.
Crossing the M2 represents another
signifi cant engineering and traffi c
challenge.
Old Northern Rd is the direct route to
Castle Hill but there is limited scope
to widen the road, compared with
Windsor Rd. In addition Windsor Rd
has more trip generators due to the
Castle Hill Trading Zone.
Challenges to be managed
> Crossing James Ruse Dr and the
M2
> Impact on existing bus services
and traffi c congestion, especially
within Castle Hill
> Widening Windsor Rd between
Northmead and Baulkham Hills
13Western Sydney Light Rail Network | Part 2: Feasibility Report
Key
Macquarie Park Line
Alternative Route
Castle Hill Line
Existing Heavy Rail
School
University
Shopping Centre
Hospital
Rail interchange
Bus interchange
Ferry interchange
Park + Ride
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2011 297 3400
2031 649 4400
2061 1803 6300
BAULKHAM HILLS
2011 15 1300
2031 261 1800
2061 1652 2800
CASTLE HILL
2011 540 7900
2031 1018 12,200
2061 2370 16,500
CASTLE HILLTRADING ZONE
2011 0 9000
2031 0 12,500
2061 0 19,800
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CASTLE HILLCORRIDOR
2011 19,110 16,200
2031 26,491 19,400
2061 40,762 22,240
WESTMEAD
2011 268 12,800
2031 433 19,900
2061 833 36,400
PARRAMATTA
2011 1501 41,200
2031 3353 70,000
2061 6640 143,400
REGIONAL GROWTHAND DEVELOPMENT
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Growth and RenewalThe fi rst two lines of the Western Sydney Light Rail Network will generate signifi cant potential for new jobs and dwellings, above the current Bureau of Transport Statistics forecast. It will support greater diversity, integration of land uses and design quality. The majority of the growth will be focused on consolidating existing centres and intensifi cation along the immediate light rail corridor.
Potential Growth> Further growth of Eastwood
> New knowledge precinct at Rydalmere
> Renewal of Westmead and Carlingford Line Corridor
> Renewal of Parramatta CBD and growth to the north of the CBD
> Renewal of CumberlandHospital site
> Diversifi cation of Castle HillTrading Zone
> Infi ll development in existing residential areas
Employment Forecast * 2011 123,4002031 180,1002061 301,760
Dwelling Forecast * 2011 32,7232031 48,3662061 84,809
* Based on 2011 Bureau of Transport Statistics† Growth included within corridor growth
EEAAASTWOODOEEAAASAASTWWOODOW
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2011 856 †
2031 1432 †
2061 2877 †
MACQUARIE PARK CORRIDOR
2011 9077 17,600
2031 12,209 20,400
2061 18,619 23,320
15Western Sydney Light Rail Network | Part 2: Feasibility Report
Projected Employment and Dwelling Growth
MAQUARIE PARK
2011 14,000
19,000
31,000
2031 2520
7997
1029
2061
The Western Sydney Light Rail
Network will drive development and
renewal in key centres.
The images illustrate the scale and
extent of new development possible
around a light rail stop. The example
shown here is Albert St North
Parramatta which will experience
growth in both residential and
commercial property.
Several existing new residential and
mixed use buildings are well suited
to supporting a future light rail along
Church Street.
The cross section demonstrates
how the light rail will use the space
at ground level integrating with
pedestrians, traffi c and buildings.
PRECINCTURBAN RENEWAL
16 Western Sydney Light Rail Network | Part 2: Feasibility Report
Built form model
Growth scenario
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Existing Under construction
Cross section of Church St
Length
(km)
Light Rail
Vehicles (No.)
Estimated
Cost ($M)
Macquarie Park LineWestmead to Macquarie Park
17 km 10 $ 919
Castle Hill LineNorth Parramatta to Castle Hill
13 km 11 $ 606
TOTAL 30 km 21 $ 1525
The initial estimate for the fi rst two
lines was $1.7b. The cost has been
refi ned (see table) and includes more
detailed elements identifi ed during the
engineering feasibility assessment as
well as light rail vehicles and a depot/
operations centre. The revised cost
estimate is $1.525b.
It is recommended that the Macquarie
Park Line be constructed before the
Castle Hill Line. This spreads the
investment cost and establishes
revenue, patronage and operations.
Both lines serve Parramatta CBD and
the University of Western Sydney,
however the Macquarie Park Line
additionally serves Westmead,
Eastwood and Macquarie Park
(university, business parks and large
shopping centre).
In comparison the Castle Hill Line
serves Northmead, Baulkham Hills
and Castle Hill (large shopping centre
and Trading Zone). It is predicted
that further patronage work will
demonstrate the Macquarie Park Line
has higher patronage than the initially
estimated when student trips, and trips
to Westmead are considered.
The proposed service pattern for the
Macquarie Park and Castle Hill Lines
is show below. It is suggested that
both have a service frequency of 10
minutes in the peak and 15 minutes
at other times. The overlap of services
within Greater Parramatta doubles the
frequency to a service every 5 minutes.
COSTS ANDSTAGING
18 Western Sydney Light Rail Network | Part 2: Feasibility Report
Part 2 of the Feasibility Study
concludes Parramatta City Council’s
$1 m investigation of the Western
Sydney Light Rail Network.
Council is calling on both the State
and Federal Governments to fund a
detailed study to further investigate the
Western Sydney light rail network and
the preparation of a business case for
the fi rst stage.
The recommended next steps:
> Community consultation and
engagement
> Identifi cation and implementation of
short term options for strengthening
public transport on the preferred
alignments
> Refi nement of patronage modelling
and expand to include all trips
> Road network analysis
> Public transport network analysis
> Detailed cost estimation
> Funding sources and models for
both capital and operation
> Detailed engineering feasibility
> Utilities investigations
> Planning controls
> Land use development capacity
> Alignment, stop and depot site
fi nalisation
> Future extension including the
Bankstown Line and the Olympic
Park Line
Council, with its key and regional
partners, will continue to advocate
for the further development of this
scheme with all levels of government,
businesses and community to delivery
better connectivity to the future
generation of Western Sydney.
NEXTSTEPS
19Western Sydney Light Rail Network | Part 2: Feasibility Report
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