High speed rail study underway

Updated February 2, 2011 07:53:00

A high-speed train in China. A study is underway to assess a fast train link between Newcastle and Sydney. (Reuters)

• Map: Newcastle 2300

The Federal government has confirmed work has started on a feasibility study into a high speed rail line for Australia's east coast, that would include a link to Newcastle.

The terms of reference for the study include that a Newcastle to Sydney line should form a core element of the rail network.

The study is being carried out by global consultancy AECOM Australia and is expected to be completed in 12 months.

Tags: federal-government, programs-and-initiatives, rail-transport, newcastle-2300

First posted February 2, 2011 07:39:00