Inland Rail | Australian Rail Track Corporation (ARTC) | New South Wales and Victoria State Government

$200M ARTC Inland Rail – Tottenham to Albury (T2A)

Role: Social Impact Assessment Specialist & Stakeholder Engagement Reviewer

Sector: Rail | Infrastructure | Government

Overview

The Inland Rail is a nationally significant infrastructure program designed to enhance freight connectivity between Melbourne and Brisbane. The Tottenham to Albury (T2A) section in Victoria is a key component of this network, comprising multiple interconnected projects to improve rail capacity, efficiency, and regional connectivity.

The initial phase of the T2A project includes upgrades across 12 sites spanning five local government areas and the North East Rail Line, requiring careful assessment of social, community, and regional impacts.

Role & Scope

I delivered a comprehensive Social Impact Assessment (SIA) for the T2A project, evaluating the potential social impacts of infrastructure upgrades across multiple communities. This included assessing impacts on way of life, health, culture, and community resilience, and providing strategic recommendations to mitigate risks and enhance positive outcomes.

Key Responsibilities

Led the development and delivery of a comprehensive Social Impact Assessment across multiple project sites and communities.
Assessed potential social impacts on affected populations, including lifestyle, health, cultural values, and community cohesion.
Identified key social risks and opportunities associated with major rail infrastructure upgrades.
Developed evidence-based recommendations to mitigate adverse impacts and enhance positive social outcomes.
Reviewed stakeholder engagement approaches to ensure alignment with SIA findings and best practice.
Analysed impacts across multiple councils and regional communities within a complex infrastructure environment.
Collaborated with project teams to integrate social considerations into planning and delivery frameworks.
Ensured SIA outputs aligned with regulatory requirements and industry standards.

Key Achievements

Social Impact Assessment: Delivered a comprehensive SIA identifying key social risks and opportunities across 12 sites and multiple communities.
Strategic Insight: Provided clear, actionable recommendations to mitigate impacts and support positive community outcomes.
Engagement Alignment: Strengthened alignment between stakeholder engagement activities and social impact findings.
Program Contribution: Contributed to a $200M+ rail infrastructure project within the nationally significant Inland Rail program.

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