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Light Rail Taskforce Announced

admin — 2012-03-09 10:53:03 +1000

Taskforce Announced

On Friday 9 March Sunshine Coast Council announced the Light Rail Taskforce team following its call for nominations.

A diverse quartet of local residents will represent the community: Ms. Marta Botta a Board member of Sippy Downs District Community Association and post graduate student of Sustainability and Futures; Mr. Mitchell Kesby a public transport supporter who has grown up on the Sunshine Coast and will ensure a youthful perspective; Mr. Ashley Gear, long-time resident, transport industry worker and active community advocate; and Professor Barry Harrison a passionate conservationist, recently retired after an illustrious career in education and commercial practice.

They will be joined by some of the Sunshine Coast’s most forward thinkers representing our key industry and community sectors including: Mr. James Birrell, Sunshine Coast Landscape Architect and light rail advocate; Professor Mike Hefferan, Pro Vice-Chancellor (Engagement) and Professor Property and Development of the Sunshine Coast University; Professor Ian Lowe, Adjunct Professor of the USC and President of the Australian Conservation Foundation; Mr. Ross Hepworth, Institute Director Sunshine Coast TAFE; Mr Stephen Dittman, Chair of the Sunshine Coast Chambers of Commerce Alliance and member of the Sunshine Coast Economic Development and Advisory Board; Mr. Steve Cooper, CEO Sunshine Coast Destination Limited; Ms. Natasha Hart, Department of Transport and Main Roads Public Transport Advisory Group; and Ms. Sandy Zubrinich, Chair of the Sunshine Coast Business Council.

The first Taskforce meeting will be held later this month. More details are contained in the media release and further updates will be posted.

Light Rail Taskforce Announced.

admin — 2012-03-09 10:50:13 +1000

Taskforce Announced

On Friday 9 March Sunshine Coast Council announced the Light Rail Taskforce team following its call for nominations.

They will be joined by some of the Sunshine Coast’s most forward thinkers representing our key industry and community sectors including: Mr. James Birrell, Sunshine Coast Landscape Architect and light rail advocate; Professor Mike Hefferan, Pro Vice-Chancellor (Engagement) and Professor Property and Development of the Sunshine Coast University; Professor Ian Lowe, Adjunct Professor of the USC and President of the Australian Conservation Foundation; Mr. Ross Hepworth, Institute Director Sunshine Coast TAFE; Mr Stephen Dittman, Chair of the Sunshine Coast Chambers of Commerce Alliance and member of the Sunshine Coast Economic Development and Advisory Board; Mr. Steve Cooper, CEO Sunshine Coast Destination Limited; Ms. Natasha Hart, Public Transport Advisory Group, Sunshine Coast Representative; and Ms. Sandy Zubrinich, Chair of the Sunshine Coast Business Council.

The first Taskforce meeting will be held later this month. More details are contained in the media release and further updates will be posted.

Would you use light rail on the Sunshine Coast instead of your car?

Project Administrator — 2012-02-22 11:16:28 +1000

We love our cars here on the Sunshine Coast. Often through necessity as we just can’t get to some destinations efficiently without them.

But if you had a frequent, fast, affordable, comfortable light rail service along the coastal spine, would you use it?

We’re interested in hearing just what it would take for you to leave the car at home for some trips? When and where would you be more likely to use light rail? What would stop you from using it?

Sunshine Coast Light Rail Taskforce Update

Project Administrator — 2012-02-09 14:41:26 +1000

Thank you Sunshine Coast community for your interest in the Light Rail Taskforce.

The nomination period for community representation has now closed and an extensive cross-section of interested community members has applied. The nominations will be assessed against the advertised criteria over the next two weeks by the Taskforce Steering Committee and applicants will be notified soon after.

As the level of interest far exceeds the number of positions we hope that all who applied will become ‘friends’ of the project and continue to contribute their expertise and passion for the Sunshine Coast via Taskforce stakeholder groups and forums which will be advertised on this Project Consultation Hub.

The Light Rail Project Team

Join the discussion and tell us your thoughts on the introduction of light rail!

Project Administrator — 2012-01-06 11:29:20 +1000

Modern cities around the world embrace light rail as a better way of moving people. Light rail is fast, frequent, comfortable and quiet. A single service would potentially move more people than existing public transport, dilute traffic congestion and pollution by reducing the number of cars on our roadways, free up parking and further attract and open up the Sunshine Coast to visitors.

Add your thoughts and ideas on the introduction of light rail to the Sunshine Coast in the Light Rail 2020 online discussion forum and let your colleagues friends and neighbours know so they can also add their ideas.

Have you ever used light rail? Tell us your experiences.

Project Administrator — 2012-01-06 09:17:20 +1000

Light rail systems are already in operation within Australia and in many other countries. We're keen to hear of your experiences and encourage you to share them with the community.

What forms of transport do you currently use to travel within the Sunshine Coast and would the introduction of light rail change your transport habits and why?

Project Administrator — 2012-01-06 09:11:37 +1000

We're interested in the transport modes you currently use to travel within the Sunshine Coast, for what purposes ( e.g. work, shopping, recreation etc), how frequently you travel and your thoughts on the potential impact of light rail on the transport modes you currently use.

Light Rail....why, what and where?

Project Administrator — 2012-01-06 08:24:12 +1000

The Sunshine Coast is one of the fastest growing regions in Australia and based on existing growth there will be half a million people living here in less than 20 years. Light rail will be transformational for the sunshine coast. It is a sleek, modern mass transit service that is able to move people efficiently without the need to always rely on cars.

To find out more....read the frequently asked questions about the why, what and the where of light rail for the Sunshine Coast.

Do you support bringing light rail to the Sunshine Coast and how would you benefit?

Project Administrator — 2011-12-22 13:35:24 +1000

We're interested in knowing why you support or do not support the introduction of light rail. Your thoughts are important and we're keen to hear your comments and ideas.