Together with Canberra Metro Operations, Transport Canberra officially launched the Canberra Metro Stage 1 Light Rail service on Saturday 20 April. Despite the Easter weekend and ANZAC break drawing many Canberrans away from the capital, approximately 29,000 people took a ride on launch day, with a total of 228 light rail vehicle journeys made by the end of the night. Approximately 170 volunteers from Transport Canberra, Canberra Metro Operations, CPB, John Holland and the general community…
As we move closer to commencing light rail services we will be undertaking a number of simulated emergency exercises to test and refine our emergency systems and procedures. These exercises are undertaken as joint operations with Emergency Services and Transport Canberra and are undertaken to ensure that we are meeting our commitment of delivering a light rail for Canberra that is of the highest safety and quality standards. A successful 'mock' emergency exercise was held on on 6 Dec. On…
The order of traffic light signals at intersections along the light rail route on Flemington Road is changing as the light rail integrates with the road network. Please stay alert and pay close attention to traffic light signals. Obey the road rules. Do not run red lights. Do not queue across intersections. Please be patient and wait for the green light . For more on staying safe around the light rail corridor, visit the Canberra Metro Construction safety page
Driving or riding road vehicles on the light rail tracks is strictly prohibited. The light rail track, once in operation will be busy area of activity as LRVs pass through every 12-15 mins and even more frequently in peak time. Motorists are also reminded that Hibberson Street, between Gungahlin Place and Kate Crace Street was permanently closed to road traffic on 10 April 2017 and is now a live and fully operational rail corridor. For more information on keeping safe around light rail visit…
At all times, drivers should keep their attention on the road whilst being aware of pedestrians and cyclists. When driving in the light rail environment remember these safety tips: Make sure not to queue across the tracks at any time. Do not drive across the tracks unless the path ahead is clear. Road rules stay the same. Always obey traffic lights and road signs. The Overhead Wire is Live! The overhead wire that delivers electricity to the LRVs is LIVE and carries 750 volts of electricity.…
For second consecutive year, Canberra Metro proudly supported the Engineering Games which took place on 5 September 2018 at UNSW Canberra, ADFA campus. The Engineering Games provide an annual opportunity for primary and secondary school students to creatively demonstrate their design and building skills, and so cultivate an interest in engineering careers. These ACT engineers of the future represented schools from across Canberra. In each game, students are provided with detailed specifications…
Teaching your children these safety tips will help them make good decisions and practice rail safety: Pay attention and stay alert at all times around light rail – LRVs can move quickly and quietly. Earphones, and other distractions like reading, texting, taking photos or selfies can put you at risk. Always look both ways before crossing at intersections and crossings. LRVs can approach from either direction and at any time. Never play on light rail tracks. Ride directly across the tracks at a…
