Newcastle light rail

GPTKB entity

Statements (56)
Predicate Object
gptkbp:instanceOf light rail system
gptkbp:accessibility wheelchair accessible
gptkbp:annualRidership increasing
gptkbp:built 2015
2018
gptkbp:community_engagement ongoing
gptkbp:community_involvement high
encouraged in operations
gptkbp:communityEvents hosted along route
gptkbp:communityInvolvement generally positive
gptkbp:construction_cost $75 million AUD
gptkbp:cultural_significance enhances local culture
gptkbp:design modern
gptkbp:design_feature dedicated lanes
gptkbp:electrification overhead line
gptkbp:endsAt 6
gptkbp:enrollment diverse population
gptkbp:environmental_impact positive
boosts local economy
gptkbp:environmentalProtection reduces carbon emissions
gptkbp:feedback considered in planning
gptkbp:frequency every 10 minutes
gptkbp:funding state and federal government
gptkbp:future_plans completed
expansion to suburbs
gptkbp:futurePlans planned
https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label Newcastle light rail
gptkbp:impact reduces congestion
gptkbp:integration with local bus services
gptkbp:is_part_of project_in_Newcastle.
gptkbp:length 2.7 kilometers
gptkbp:localGovernment gptkb:City_of_Newcastle
gptkbp:location gptkb:Newcastle,_Australia
gptkbp:maintenance regular inspections
gptkbp:nearby_attractions serves key destinations
gptkbp:notableEvent 200 passengers
gptkbp:opened February 2019
gptkbp:opening_hours 5 AM to midnight
gptkbp:operator gptkb:Transport_for_NSW
gptkbp:partnerships with local businesses
gptkbp:predecessor bus rapid transit
gptkbp:public_transport_access integrated into broader system
gptkbp:publicAccess incorporated into design
gptkbp:route Newcastle_Interchange_to_Pacific_Park
gptkbp:safety_features modern signaling system
gptkbp:safetyFeatures excellent
gptkbp:service_area urban_Newcastle
gptkbp:services high
gptkbp:serviceType light rail
gptkbp:speed 20 km/h
gptkbp:sustainability promotes public transport
gptkbp:sustainability_initiatives promotes eco-friendly transport
gptkbp:technology modern tram vehicles
gptkbp:ticketingSystem Opal card
various fare types
gptkbp:track 1435 mm (standard gauge)