The future of the Gold Coast Light Rail Stage 4 is getting a proper airing, with a six-week community consultation kicking off today. Locals along the southern stretch of the Gold Coast now have a chance to have their say on the proposed extension, which has been under scrutiny since plans first surfaced.
The consultation ties into a review by the Department of State Development, Infrastructure and Planning, digging into the nitty-gritty of routes, transport options, and how it all connects. It’s come to light that the project could affect 235 properties and wipe out around 1,000 car parks—details that weren’t widely shared before. This time, the focus is on laying everything out so people know what’s at stake.
Running until 2 May, the process is open to anyone keen to chip in. It’s a chance to weigh up the pros and cons—whether it’s better public transport or the trade-offs like losing parking and land. The review’s not just about the light rail; it’s looking at what’ll work best for getting around the southern Gold Coast down the track.
Once the feedback’s in, it’ll feed into a report alongside the technical findings, shaping what happens next. The goal’s pretty straightforward—figure out transport that’s affordable and actually suits the area, rather than just steaming ahead with a one-size-fits-all fix.
For southern Gold Coasters, it’s a rare shot to steer a big project that’ll change how their patch looks and feels. Details on how to get involved are up on the Queensland Government website, and with the clock ticking, locals won’t want to miss out on having their two cents heard.