Approximately 500 workers were on site during the shutdown, many around the clock, undertaking crucial track upgrades, installing security fencing and cables, excavating the future Bankstown Metro platforms and testing new infrastructure.
Sydney Metro took advantage of the school holidays to complete this work, with train patronage generally lower, meaning less disruption to passengers.
Transport Minister Jo Haylen said there was still a long way to go, but “we’re pleased to see this progress”.
“It’s fantastic to welcome commuters back to the T3 Bankstown Line, with services back up and running in time for everyone’s return to school,” she aid.
“Under our Rail Repair Plan, we’re ahead of schedule in 18 weekends of trackwork set to improve reliability for passengers across our network and ensuring everyone has a smoother ride in 2024.
“I want to thank the thousands of workers who have gotten us to this milestone, and passengers for their patience.”
As Metro City & Southwest upgrades continue to ramp up, there will be additional closures and replacement bus plans during school holidays and weekend periods: Wednesday, December 27 to Thursday, January 25, 2024; Saturday, April 13 to Sunday, April 28, 2024; and the target start date for the 12-month closure of the T3 Bankstown line is between July and October 2024.
A spokesperson for Transport for NSW said it was developing detailed plans to support passengers during the final T3 conversion period and the community would be informed well ahead of time.
Back on track after T3 line repairs completed
COMMUTERS can now tap back onto the T3 Bankstown line after a two-week closure saw significant work completed in preparation for the line’s Metro City and Southwest conversion.
