The Rail Industry through the Australasian Railway Association (ARA) is constantly seeking ways of getting our message across to the Commonwealth, States and Territory governments.

We have accomplished great achievements, but we recognise that there is still much more to do. You can help us get our message across! Read the current campaigns and learn how to get involved.

More than ever before Australia needs better intercity rail transport to link our capitals and regional centres along the east coast!

There is enough evidence to show High Speed Rail is now viable because of the changes in demand and supply factors over the last decade.
 

Rising fuel prices, costs of congestion and our major airports reaching their capacity, are all clear signs that Australia needs to start investing in smarter and more sustainable modes of transportation.
 

The rest of the world has either adopted, or is rapidly moving towards the adoption of High Speed Rail, and Australia should not be left behind. If we consider that a trip from Melbourne to Sydney can be done in less than four hours, it is easy to see its environmental, economic and social benefits to the nation.

It is really important that the Members of the Parliament know that you support all efforts to have rail fulfil its capacity for all Australians.

Have your say! Send an e-postcard to your local MP through RAILmates. It’s simple to register and send it!

> Click here to have your say on High Speed Rail!

> Watch a High Speed Rail video on YouTube

Australian capital cities are home to around 65% of our total population. Low density, sprawling suburbs have been created aided by the rapid improvement of the road system and expanded ownership of private motor vehicles.

> Read more about Urban Mobility

National Rail Safety Week

Major rail operators and government agencies in Australia and New Zealand launched a National Rail Safety Week in 2006 to raise community awareness of risks associated with dangerous behaviour around railways.

> Learn more about National Rail Safety Week

Railway Level Crossing Safety

Safety at railway level crossings is very important for road users, train passengers and crews. Every year an average of 37 road users, vehicle occupants and pedestrians, die as a result of collisions with trains at railway level crossings.

> Learn more about Railway Level Crossing Safety