Queensland Rail recovery works continue after Cyclone Koji

Queensland Rail recovery works are continuing as crews restore rail services after recent severe weather across the state, following an update carried by Rail Express.

This is reported by the railway transport news portal Railway Supply.

Queensland Rail network recovery update after ex-Tropical Cyclone Koji

Across Queensland, Queensland Rail says crews and contractors have been mobilised statewide to repair damage caused by ex-Tropical Cyclone Koji, as outlined in a Queensland Rail media release.

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Work on the Mount Isa line is still underway, but site access continues to be affected by floodwaters around Corella Creek and the Gillat region. A Queensland Rail spokesperson told Rail Express that floodwater levels are receding and repairs are being carried out where possible.

Last week, Queensland Rail reported that 56 sites on the Mount Isa line had been identified for repairs and that 13 kilometres of track were damaged.

Central West line reopened between Emerald and Longreach

The Central West line has reopened between Emerald and Longreach, restoring that section of the network. Even so, Spirit of the Outback and Inlander services remain disrupted by broader network damage, with rail replacement coaches operating where possible. Passengers are being directed to the operator’s website for the latest long-distance rail travel updates.

North Coast line reopened after ballast and washout repairs

The North Coast line reopened last week after crews completed washout, scouring and resurfacing works, a development also noted by Railway Supply. Queensland Rail said 1300 tonnes of ballast were used as part of the recovery task.

Queensland Rail Head of Regional Scott Cornish said he was proud of staff efforts on the ground, saying that seeing the work firsthand was a reminder of teams continuing to operate in challenging conditions to restore critical connections.

Queensland Rail said it remains committed to supporting affected regions through the recovery, rebuilding safely and reconnecting communities as soon as possible.

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