Newcastle Light Rail

GPTKB entity

Statements (59)
Predicate Object
gptkbp:instance_of gptkb:light_rail
gptkbp:accessibility wheelchair accessible
gptkbp:annual_ridership over 1 million annually
gptkbp:architecture GHD
gptkbp:community_engagement held public consultations
gptkbp:community_events hosts local events along the route
gptkbp:community_feedback generally positive
surveys and feedback forms available.
gptkbp:community_impact revitalization of the city center
gptkbp:community_involvement involvement in local planning initiatives
gptkbp:community_support strong local support for the project
gptkbp:construction_cost $75 million
gptkbp:construction_started gptkb:2016
gptkbp:cultural_significance enhances access to cultural sites
gptkbp:design modern and accessible
gptkbp:economic_impact boost to local tourism
gptkbp:emergency_services coordinated with local services
gptkbp:environmental_impact reduced traffic congestion
minimal disruption during construction
gptkbp:expansion_plans possible extensions planned
gptkbp:fare_system zone-based fares
gptkbp:frequency every 7.5 minutes
gptkbp:funding gptkb:state_government
gptkbp:future_plans considering further extensions to suburbs
gptkbp:has_public_transport integrated with other transport modes
improves access to public transport
https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label Newcastle Light Rail
gptkbp:integration Newcastle bus services
gptkbp:is_tested_for completed in 2019
gptkbp:length 2.7 kilometers
gptkbp:local_business supports local economy
gptkbp:local_government supported by Newcastle City Council
gptkbp:location Newcastle, Australia
gptkbp:maintenance gptkb:Transport_for_NSW
gptkbp:opened February 2019
gptkbp:operating_hours 5 AM to midnight
gptkbp:operational_challenges managing peak hour demand
gptkbp:operator gptkb:Transport_for_NSW
gptkbp:partnerships collaboration with local councils
gptkbp:passenger_capacity up to 200 passengers per tram
gptkbp:previous_system Newcastle tramway system
gptkbp:public_perception seen as a positive addition to the city
gptkbp:related_vehicle gptkb:trams
gptkbp:reliability high reliability ratings
gptkbp:route Newcastle Interchange to Pacific Park
gptkbp:safety_features CCTV and emergency alarms
gptkbp:safety_record excellent safety record since opening
gptkbp:service_type gptkb:light_rail
gptkbp:stops_at gptkb:6
gptkbp:sustainability electric-powered
gptkbp:technology modern signaling systems
gptkbp:ticketing_system Opal card system
gptkbp:trams_features up to 8 trams per hour
gptkbp:transportation part of Newcastle's public transport system
gptkbp:upgrades planned upgrades to infrastructure
gptkbp:user_experience designed for comfort and convenience
gptkbp:year gptkb:2019
gptkbp:bfsParent gptkb:The_City_of_Newcastle
gptkbp:bfsLayer 5