https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/tags/tag/queensland rail/ Queensland Rail News en Breaking Travel News Copyright 2026 2026-04-19T09:11:39+00:00 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/queensland-rail-rolls-out-wifi/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/queensland-rail-rolls-out-wifi/ Queensland Rail is rolling-out free Wifi on its trains. So far, up to two-thirds of its commuter trains have been kitted out with the new technology, following positive feedback from passengers about being able to access emails or browse the internet while travelling has seen an increase in demand for its services. Sun, 25 Nov 2012 10:00:34 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/queensland-rail-bulls-masters-on-the-front-foot-with-train-etiquette/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/queensland-rail-bulls-masters-on-the-front-foot-with-train-etiquette/ Four of the Queensland Rail Bulls Masters have been “caught out” on their best behavior recently while starring in a new Queensland Rail social media campaign to promote rail safety and train etiquette. Mon, 29 Oct 2012 21:00:03 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/queensland-rail-delivers-safety-message-to-students/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/queensland-rail-delivers-safety-message-to-students/ Students in the Western Downs region will have the opportunity to learn about rail safety next week as Queensland Rail visits schools to reinforce the message that level crossings can kill. Sun, 21 Oct 2012 21:00:24 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/queensland-rail-get-a-grip-hold-the-handrail/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/queensland-rail-get-a-grip-hold-the-handrail/ Queensland Rail is urging customers to ‘get a grip’ and grab a handrail, with 2011 figures showing 126 customers and 53 employees were injured on station stairs that year. Mon, 15 Oct 2012 00:00:31 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/queensland-rail-valet-rail-safety-project-gets-go-ahead/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/queensland-rail-valet-rail-safety-project-gets-go-ahead/ North Queensland is home to the latest tool in promoting railway safety at level crossings, with the Queensland-first Valet technology now fully activated for the first time at a site near Ingham. Fri, 07 Sep 2012 00:00:38 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/queensland-rail-completes-roll-out-of-wifi-trains/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/queensland-rail-completes-roll-out-of-wifi-trains/ Queensland Rail customers are better connected than ever before with all 64 Wi-Fi enabled trains operating on the City network, months ahead of schedule. Thu, 06 Sep 2012 18:00:26 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/sunshine-coast-stations-will-remain-closed-this-week-for-repairs/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/sunshine-coast-stations-will-remain-closed-this-week-for-repairs/ Repair work on eight Sunshine Coast stations closed due to copper thefts will continue through the week, after an investigation revealed widespread damage. The affected stations will remain closed while extensive repair work is undertaken and thousands of specialist parts are sourced from interstate. Sat, 11 Aug 2012 18:00:46 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/experience-the-enchantment-of-the-ekka-express/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/experience-the-enchantment-of-the-ekka-express/ Bundaberg residents will again be able to take the train direct to the Brisbane Exhibition, following the popularity of Queensland Rail Travel’s Ekka Express last year. Fri, 10 Aug 2012 21:00:16 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/queensland-rail-south-brisbane-station-upgrades/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/queensland-rail-south-brisbane-station-upgrades/ Queensland Rail’s historic South Brisbane station has reached another milestone in its restoration and renovation journey with the Grey Street plaza reopening to the public. Sun, 29 Jul 2012 06:00:57 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/queensland-rail-b-quick-to-get-to-the-bay-for-humpback-season/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/queensland-rail-b-quick-to-get-to-the-bay-for-humpback-season/ Nature lovers in south east Queensland can make their way up to humpback whale playground of Hervey Bay for less than $50, but they will have to B-Quick. Fri, 13 Jul 2012 03:00:23 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/queensland-rail-snakes-around-bridge-to-keep-caboolture-line-moving/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/queensland-rail-snakes-around-bridge-to-keep-caboolture-line-moving/ Queensland Rail staff have battled the elements as well as a group of venomous locals to repaint the South Pine Bridge. Thu, 12 Jul 2012 21:00:52 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/queensland-rail-technology-to-tackle-train-crossing-safety/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/queensland-rail-technology-to-tackle-train-crossing-safety/ The Newman Government will tackle ongoing problems at railway level crossings with a mixture of innovation and awareness. Fri, 29 Jun 2012 21:00:46 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/full-steam-ahead-on-old-ascot-station-restoration/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/full-steam-ahead-on-old-ascot-station-restoration/ Queensland Rail is turning back the clock and returning the old Ascot station to its former glory following the commencement of conservation work on the historic building. Tue, 26 Jun 2012 00:00:03 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/interstate-travellers-help-queensland-rail-travel-break-passenger-records/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/interstate-travellers-help-queensland-rail-travel-break-passenger-records/ Queensland Rail Travel continues to be a shining light in the state’s tourism industry, with the organisation breaking all manner of records in April and across the third quarter of the financial year. Mon, 25 Jun 2012 18:00:53 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/demand-soars-at-queensland-rail-travel/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/demand-soars-at-queensland-rail-travel/ Soaring demand at Queensland Rail Travel saw the organisation break a number of sales records in April and across the third quarter of the financial year. Figures have received a major boost thanks to a large increase in the number of interstate travellers using Queensland Rail Travel services. Mon, 11 Jun 2012 08:01:42 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/queensland-rail-travel-seeks-to-boost-backpacker-tourism/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/queensland-rail-travel-seeks-to-boost-backpacker-tourism/ Queensland Rail Travel is set to deliver a greater number of international tourists to the state’s regional tourism hotspots with great savings available for overseas backpackers. International visitors who have a valid hostel or backpacker card can save up to 40 per cent off the normal fare for point-to-point journeys on Queensland Rail Travel’s long distance services. Wed, 01 Feb 2012 09:54:41 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/queensland-rail-travel-offers-new-holiday-range-for-2012/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/queensland-rail-travel-offers-new-holiday-range-for-2012/ Regardless of whether travelling by plane, train, or automobile in 2012, Queensland Rail Travel has a multitude of holiday options for travellers as part of the latest stage of its successful All the holiday you can take campaign. Rail/fly and rail/drive packages are the cornerstone of the latest experiences on offer, which give customers the flexibility to travel the way they want to, while still enjoying the relaxing nature of reaching a destination by rail. Thu, 19 Jan 2012 06:14:59 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/queensland-rail-rebrands-to-boost-trade/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/queensland-rail-rebrands-to-boost-trade/ Queensland Rail is breathing new life into its travel brand with revamped travel centres set to catch the eye. Chief customer officer, Cathy Heffernan, said the bright, new shop fronts served as a billboard for the new Queensland Rail Travel brand. Fri, 13 Jan 2012 05:58:42 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/queensland-rail-announces-stay-safe-over-the-holiday-season-and-beyond/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/queensland-rail-announces-stay-safe-over-the-holiday-season-and-beyond/ A momentary lapse in concentration or rushing to make a train could cost people a happy new year with slip, trips and falls making up nearly 65 per cent of injuries on the Queensland Rail City network. Fri, 13 Jan 2012 00:00:09 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/spirit-of-the-outback-takes-a-step-up-in-class/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/spirit-of-the-outback-takes-a-step-up-in-class/ Exploration of Queensland’s fascinating Outback is about to become more luxurious with guests to experience a step up in class when they make the journey west on the Spirit of the Outback train. Fri, 09 Dec 2011 19:00:24 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/all-aboard-the-santa-express/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/all-aboard-the-santa-express/ Queensland Rail is rolling out the red carpet for its special guest, as Santa takes time out of his busy schedule to spread the Christmas cheer across the City network from 12 to 16 December. Fri, 09 Dec 2011 07:00:47 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/queensland-seeks-to-boost-rail-holiday-numbers-with-new-appointment/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/queensland-seeks-to-boost-rail-holiday-numbers-with-new-appointment/ Queensland Rail Travel has set its sights on cracking the lucrative North American travel market with the appointment of experienced tourism specialist, Luke Jones, to handle promotion on the continent. Jones, who has over 14 years’ experience in tourism marketing and management, primarily with Tourism Australia, will take on the role through his company Advocate Travel Marketing. Thu, 03 Nov 2011 11:23:22 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/queensland-rail-travel-offers-stranded-qantas-passengers-helping-hand/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/queensland-rail-travel-offers-stranded-qantas-passengers-helping-hand/ Queensland Rail Travel will offer specially discounted fares this week to Qantas passengers stranded by the airline’s grounding. Mon, 31 Oct 2011 13:00:57 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/south-brisbane-railway-station-closure-just-a-week-away/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/south-brisbane-railway-station-closure-just-a-week-away/ Queensland Rail is reminding customers who use South Brisbane railway station to plan alternative arrangements in preparation for the six-week station closure beginning at the end of October. Wed, 26 Oct 2011 18:59:59 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/record-result-for-queensland-rail-travel/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/record-result-for-queensland-rail-travel/ The September school holidays have proved to be a bumper time for Queensland Rail Travel, with the organisation rewriting its own record book after it posted the two biggest revenue earning weeks in its long history. Wed, 26 Oct 2011 07:00:51 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/historic-south-brisbane-station-on-track-for-upgrade-and-restoration/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/historic-south-brisbane-station-on-track-for-upgrade-and-restoration/ Major work to upgrade and restore the 120-year-old South Brisbane Station is set to begin at the end of the month, meaning the station will need to be closed for six weeks. Fri, 07 Oct 2011 13:00:47 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/queensland-rail-great-fares-on-offer/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/queensland-rail-great-fares-on-offer/ If you’re half-thinking about taking a holiday, Queensland Rail Travel is offering near half-price fares for the next couple of weeks, but you’ll have to B-Quick. Fri, 07 Oct 2011 07:00:17 +0000