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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Queensland Rail staff have battled the elements as well as a group of venomous locals to repaint the South Pine Bridge.