Overview

The Beerburrum to Nambour (B2N) Rail Upgrade will increase the capacity and reliability of the North Coast Line, enabling more efficient travel and improved passenger and freight connections between the Sunshine Coast, Moreton Bay, Brisbane and beyond.

The upgrade will be delivered in stages. B2N Stage 1 will duplicate the section of rail track between Beerburrum and Beerwah, expand three park 'n' ride facilities and upgrade road infrastructure to improve safety and integration with the transport network.

Stage 1 also removes level crossings and creates new shared pathways for improved rail and road safety, connectivity and traffic flow.

The contract to design and construct Stage 1 was awarded in September 2024, with the project’s preliminary designs now being refined through to detailed design, incorporating feedback from community consultation undertaken from 28 May to 20 June 2025. The department would like to thank the community for their valuable input and engagement on the project. The project team will keep the community informed and provide an update on the finalised designs ahead of construction which is expected to begin in 2025.


Map iconSee the latest designs

View the preliminary designs to find out more about the new rail alignment and key features of roadworks associated with the project.

See the preliminary designs for B2N Stage 1

  • Early works

    See the upgrades and new facilities already delivered by B2N Stage 1.

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  • Environment

    The B2N project team always aims to tread lightly and uphold the highest environmental and sustainability principles.

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  • Journey through time

    Enjoy a pictorial journey through the 130-year history of the Beerburrum and Nambour section of the North Coast Line.


    Image courtesy: Picture Sunshine Coast, Sunshine Coast Council.

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  • Cultural heritage

    The B2N project area is surrounded by a unique landscape that has significant environmental, cultural and heritage attributes. TMR is committed to minimising and mitigating environmental and cultural heritage impacts.

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This project is jointly funded by the Australian and Queensland governments

  • Did you know?

    TMR uses Queensland Treasury's Project Assessment Framework to assess projects at critical stages. From the initial assessment of the service required, through to business case and delivery, a project's progress and quality is assessed to ensure it meets strategic objectives and achieves value for money.

    Find out more about the process