Construction activities at Platform 2
As part of the Brisbane Transit Centre demolition, the original coach deck which formed the roof of Platform 2 at Roma Street station was removed. A temporary roof was installed.
Between late November 2021 and mid-2022, the project will reinstate the platform and install a permanent new roof canopy. Most of the work will be completed at night due to traffic permit requirements.
Platform 2 will remain operational throughout the work.
Work details
The following activities will be required to reinstate Platform 2, including the new canopy:
- Delivering materials and equipment to the Roma Street construction site and on the busway
- Installing scaffold and temporary fencing around the work area
- Repairing and reinstating sections of the platform flooring and existing platform columns
- Installing prefabricated canopy components using the Roma Street station site tower crane and mobile cranes from the busway
- Installing electrical and communications services
- Installing wayfinding signage and platform furniture.
Rail and busway operations will continue throughout the work.
Platform 2 changes
Platform 2 will remain operational throughout the work.
From late 2021 to mid-2022, there will be minor changes to the customer access route and waiting areas at Platform 2.
More information about the changes will be distributed prior to the changes occurring.
Night work
Due to traffic permit requirements, some construction activities will be completed at night, Monday to Saturday 6:30pm to 6:30am. Additional notification will be provided to adjacent residents before night work takes place.
Work within the construction site will also continue to be undertaken during standard construction hours, Monday to Sunday 6:30am to 6:30pm. Work is subject to relevant approvals and suitable weather conditions.
What to expect
- Construction activity with potential for increased noise, dust, and vibration. These impacts will be reduced as much as possible.
- Changes to customer access route and waiting areas on Platform 2. More information to be distributed.
- Signage will be in place to assist public transport customers.
If you want to know more, all of this information is available in PDF form: