Thornlie-Cockburn link Opens, Transforming Perth’s Rail Network

The Thornlie‑Cockburn link officially launched this week, connecting Mandurah and Armadale communities, and easing congestion with two new stations and elevated rail as part of METRONET. This is reported by the railway transport news portal Railway Supply.

Thornlie‑Cockburn link Cuts Congestion and Enhances Connectivity

The $1.35 billion Thornlie‑Cockburn link delivers two new stations linking Thornlie to Cockburn Central. It removes level crossings and frees public space under elevated tracks.

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This costly project, whose budget swelled by nearly $2 billion and arrived four years late, included extra infrastructure unseen in initial plans.

Community Impacts and Long‑Term Benefits

Transport Minister Rita Saffioti emphasized that generational returns justify delays and overruns, saying the investment supports affordability and accessibility.

Local businesses suffered during construction—the Armadale Line closure caused substantial revenue loss, but the enduring public benefits promise to outweigh short‑term costs.

Source: www.abc.net.au

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