TRANSLINK INTERMODAL FACILITY

This project is for the creation of an intermodal facility within the TRANSLink industrial precinct adjacent to Launceston Airport.  The facility will enable efficient transfer of goods from one mode of transport to another, significantly enhancing access to interstate and overseas markets, particularly, for perishable goods. 

The facility comprises

•A 24/7 freight hub;

•New rail spur from the existing line; and

•Warehousing.

Stage 1 - Preparation of a feasibility study and business case, negotiating agreements with other major stakeholders, securing long term tenants for the site, and undertaking the design work to underpin future investment: $5m secured through Australian Government Priority Community / Infrastructure Program (PCIP). 

Stage 2 - Deliver enabling infrastructure to the site: $30m secured through PCIP

Stage 3 – Comprises the construction of the Intermodal Facility: currently unfunded.

Support requested

Collaborative advocacy for the siting of the intermodal facility in the TRANSlink precinct. Advocacy for the securing of the further funding required to bring the intermodal facility to fruition.

For more information, please contact

Northern Midlands Council

P: (03) 6397 7303, E: council@nmc.tas.gov.au

This project was presented to a forum of 50 northern leaders on 20 September 2023. As part of the forum leaders were asked to provide their thoughts on projects presented. Specifically

 

  1. What three words describe the benefits to Northern Tasmania, of the project’s success?

  2. What is the order of regional priorities that the project addresses?

    • Building prosperity

    • Contributing to the culture of the north

    • Contributing to the health of the environment

    • Contributing to the Northern Tasmanian and Tasmanian brand

    • Improving wellbeing and social outcomes

The word cloud and circle bar graph here reflect those leaders’ collective view.