Redfern Station Upgrade –

New Southern Concourse

Consultation Report

For more information

Phone 1800 684 490

Email [email protected]

Visit www.transport.nsw.gov.au/redfern

November 2019
 Contents
1 Purpose of this report 6

2 Project overview 7

3 Objectives of consultation 9
How we consulted 9

4 The options 11
Option 1 – Little Eveleigh Street Connection 11
Option 2 – Wilson Street Connection, ground level pathway 12
Option 3 – Wilson Street Connection, aerial walkway 13
Option 4 – South Eveleigh to Wilson Street Connection 14

5 What we heard 15
Early consultation – May and June 2019 15
Options consultation – July and August 2019 15
Option 1 17
Option 2 17
Option 3 18
Note Option 4 18
Throughout this report we have included quotations from participants across various engagement activities. These have been
Key themes 18
incorporated ‘as is’ without any changes from Transport for NSW.
Traffic, pedestrians, safety and bus connections 18
Disclaimer Heritage 19
Information in this report has been gathered from community consultation activities. The information has been prepared in good
Concourse width, cycling routes and unpaid access 19
faith and with due care to ensure that views that came out of the consultation were accurately represented in this report. Transport
for NSW makes no representation or warranty (express or implied) as to the accuracy, adequacy or reliability of any statements, Urban design, local character and visual amenity 19
opinions or other information contained in this report. The information, statements, or other opinions provided by third parties in this Platforms 11 & 12 (Eastern Suburbs Line) 20
report are neither endorsed or supported by Transport for NSW and does not necessarily reflect any policies, procedures, proposals
or plans of Transport for NSW or the NSW Government. To the extent permitted by law, Transport for NSW (including its agents and Resident amenity 20
employees) disclaims any liability whatsoever in connection with, reliance on or use of this report by any person. Alternative suggestions 20

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6 Consultation outcomes and next steps 22
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Chinese
Acronyms and Author: Transport for NSW
abbreviations Date: November 2019

DPIE Department of Planning, Industry

and Environment
Thai
EIS Environmental Impact Statement
SEARs Secretary’s Environmental
Assessment Requirements
SSI State Significant Infrastructure
TfNSW Transport for NSW

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Executive Summary
In July and August 2019, the community was presented with four different options, including the original
concept. The original concept was referred to as Option 1 in this consultation phase. Options 2 and 3 connected
Marian Street with Wilson Street via a ground level pathway and aerial walkway respectively, and Option 4
connected Cornwallis Street with Marian Street via either a ground level, or aerial walkway.
Redfern is one of Sydney’s most culturally, ethnically and economically More than 400 responses were received across the two engagement periods from a range of stakeholders,
diverse communities and is associated with its large Aboriginal and including station customers and community members, community groups, residents and landowners, local
organisations and City of Sydney Council.
Torres Strait Islander community. As the sixth busiest station on the
The responses helped the project team understand what was important to the community as well as their views
Sydney metropolitan rail network, the demand for accessible public on the four different design options presented.
transport to and from the Redfern area is growing. The feedback received was highly supportive of improving accessibility and reducing congestion at Redfern
Station through the construction of a new southern concourse and providing lift access. Two alternative designs
The Redfern Station Upgrade – New Southern Concourse project is looking to meet this demand and improve
access for all by constructing a new southern concourse with lifts and stairs to the station platforms. were also submitted by a local community group and were considered by Transport for NSW alongside the
other four options. These were referred to as ‘Option 5’ and ‘H-design’. Option 5 comprised of a three-armed
The project is part of the Transport Access Program, and is the first step in renewing the Redfern North Eveleigh concourse that connected North and South Eveleigh via entrances at Marian Street, Cornwallis Streets and
Precinct. With Redfern Station at its core, the Redfern North Eveleigh Precinct encompasses 10 hectares of
Wilson Street. H-Design was similar to Option 1, but the footbridge was positioned further south, placing the
Transport for NSW owned land along the rail corridor. The precinct is positioned to become a future destination
entrances in South Eveleigh and on Wilson Street.
for all, with a range of housing, workspaces, and new public spaces that will promote healthy and sustainable
lifestyles. There will be opportunities for the community to provide input into the initial vision for the Precinct. Of the four options presented in the July and August consultation period, Option 1 (connecting Little Eveleigh
Street to Marian Street) received the highest levels of stated support, due to its accessibility, connectivity and
Engagement with the community and stakeholders has been ongoing for a number of years regarding potential
opportunities for cross-corridor access and improvements in and around Redfern Station. The Redfern Station ease of journey. Option 1 is also Transport for NSW’s preferred design.
Upgrade – New Southern Concourse was announced in February 2019. Transport for NSW is now starting the planning approval process with a modified Option 1 design that has
In May 2019, consultation began with the local community and stakeholders. Transport customers, key addressed some questions raised in submissions. Ongoing engagement with local residents, stakeholders and
stakeholder groups and community members were initially asked to provide feedback on an early concept, that Council will be undertaken to inform the detailed design of the station and the shared zones in Little Eveleigh
connects Marian Street with Little Eveleigh Street. and Marian Street.

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1 Purpose of this report 2 Project overview
The Transport Access Program is a NSW Government initiative to provide a The NSW Government is improving accessibility at Redfern Station as part
better experience for public transport customers by delivering accessible, of the Transport Access Program. The project aims to provide a station that
modern, secure and integrated transport infrastructure. is accessible to those with a disability, limited mobility, parents/carers with
prams, and customers with luggage.
Community consultation on the alignment of the This report has been prepared to summarise the
Redfern Station Upgrade – New Southern Concourse feedback received by Transport for NSW during
Upgrading Redfern Station will make it easier • better connectivity with the surrounding areas,
was undertaken in two phases throughout mid-2019. community consultation to date. This report provides
for all customers to access, as well as improving including key destinations such as South Eveleigh
an overview of:
In May and June 2019, the community was invited connections between the station and key (formerly known as Australian Technology Park),
to provide feedback on an early concept for a • consultation activities undertaken destinations in the area. The upgrade includes a new Carriageworks, education and health centres
new southern concourse. As a result of feedback • themes in community feedback concourse at the southern end of the station.
• a modern interchange that meets the needs of
received, four design options (including the original
• how feedback was considered Benefits of the project would include: a growing population
preferred design) were presented to the community
• next steps. • easy access to station platforms with new lifts • new shared zones on Little Eveleigh and
for consideration in July and August 2019. Feedback
from the community, stakeholder groups, and station and stairs, benefitting those with limited mobility, Marian streets to connect the new concourse
customers has helped progress a preferred option. a disability, parents/carers with prams and to key destinations.
customers with luggage
Upgrading Redfern Station is the first step in
• improved customer flow and reduce congestion renewing the Redfern North Eveleigh Precinct.
within Redfern Station

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 3 Objectives of consultation
The aim of the consultation was to seek feedback on potential design
options from the community. The feedback has helped the project team
understand what is important to transport customers, stakeholders and the
broader community.

Community responses make an important Transport customers, key stakeholder groups and the
contribution to the decision on a preferred alignment community were initially asked to provide feedback
for the concourse. Other factors are also considered, on an early concept design that included a new
including transport integration, operability and station concourse at the southern end of the station
maintenance, deliverability, customer experience, connecting Little Eveleigh Street to Marian Street.
urban design and precinct planning, environment,
During this first round of consultation, we heard
sustainability and heritage.
support for improving accessibility and decreasing
How we consulted congestion at the station. We also received feedback
Engagement with the community and stakeholders asking for more detail on other design options.
has been ongoing for a number of years on potential In July and August, consultation on four potential
opportunities to upgrade Redfern Station. design options, including the original design option
The Redfern Station Upgrade – New Southern was undertaken. A range of consultation activities
Concourse was announced in February 2019. In May were undertaken in each phase of consultation.

Upgrading Redfern Stations will make it easier for all customers to access key destinations like Carriageworks. 2019, consultation began with the local community
and stakeholders.

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May and June 2019
Consultation activities undertaken in the May and
July and August 2019
A number of different consultation activities were
4 The options
June 2019 consultation period included: undertaken during July and August, and included:
Feedback on four design options was invited from transport
• community group and stakeholder meetings • a stakeholder forum on July 4 to introduce the
four options and encourage discussion between customers, key stakeholders and the broader community over
• door knocking residents of Little Eveleigh Street
on Wednesday 15 and Thursday 16 May to provide
stakeholders on the comparative benefits and the two consultation periods.
challenges of each
information about the Project

• letters sent to owners and residents of Little

• doorknocking residents of Little Eveleigh Street Option 1 – Little Eveleigh Street Connection
on 24 July to provide updated information about
Eveleigh Street with information about the Project Option 1 includes a six metre wide concourse across lifts and stairs on the platform would be separated,
the project and the four options, with letter and
and offer of individual meetings the rail corridor between Marian and Little Eveleigh improving pedestrian flow and reducing congestion.
offer of individual meetings
• placement of project consultation signage at each Streets. This option would provide lift access to This option provides the shortest distance across
• placement of project consultation signage at each Platforms 1 to 10 from the new concourse and allows the rail corridor, and could also be later adapted to
of the station entrances and at the kiss and ride
of the station entrances and at the kiss and ride customers to access all above-ground platforms integrate with any future development of the nearby
area on Little Eveleigh Street
area on Little Eveleigh Street directly from both sides of the rail corridor. The Redfern North Eveleigh Precinct.
• distribution of around 15,900 newsletters to
• distribution of around 20,150 newsletters to
businesses and residents within 1km of Redfern
businesses and residents within 1km of Redfern
Station, south of Cleveland Street Option 1 – Little Eveleigh Street Connection
Station, including East Chippendale
• distribution of around 8,000 newsletters to
• distribution of around 5,500 newsletters to
customers at the station during peak periods
customers at the station across three weekday
periodically throughout May 2019
evening peak periods
• webpage1 with project information including
• individual meetings/presentations with
FAQs, newsletter and link to an online survey2
stakeholder, disability, community and
• three community drop-in information sessions resident groups
held at Redfern Station for community members
• webpage1 with project information including
to meet and speak with the Project team. These
FAQs, newsletter, stakeholder forum presentation
sessions were held:
and link to an online survey2 regarding the options
– 4pm to 7pm Tuesday 21 May
• community Infoline number3 and email address4.
– 8am to 11am Saturday 25 May
– 4pm to 7pm Wednesday 29 May. Throughout both consultation periods, an online
survey was used to help encourage ideas-based
• meetings with residents on Marian Street and
feedback. Respondents were asked to consider
Little Eveleigh Street
different themes such as the benefits and
• community Infoline number3 and email address4. disadvantages related to:
• accessibility to platforms
• connectivity
• safety
• ease of journey
• heritage
• interaction with surrounding streets

1
transport.nsw.gov.au/redfern
“[Option 1] is the most legible option with the most direct connectivity. Little
2
yoursay.transport.nsw.gov.au/RedfernNSC Eveleigh Street can cope with the increased pedestrian demand provided it is
3
1800 684 490
4
[email protected] converted to a shared zone with managed traffic access”

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Option 2 – Wilson Street Connection, ground level pathway Option 3 – Wilson Street Connection, aerial walkway
Option 2 includes a six metre wide concourse across and to minimise heritage impact, the pathway would Option 3 includes a six metre wide concourse across walkway, reducing the length of travel and providing
the rail corridor between Marian Street and Platform 1, go around a state heritage-listed building close to the rail corridor between Marian Street and Platform 1, more direct and level access, than the ground
with lift and stair access to Platforms 1 to 10. This Platform 1. The pathway to Wilson Street would also with lift and stair access to platforms 1 to 10. It also level pathway in Option 2 for customers with
option would connect the new concourse and include stairs and ramps to allow all customers to includes a three metre wide aerial walkway from limited mobility.
Platform 1 to Wilson Street via a three metre wide access the station from Wilson Street. the new concourse to Wilson Street. This option
ground level pathway. Due to space constraints, encourages cross-corridor connectivity via the aerial

Option 2 – Wilson Street Connection, ground level pathway Option 3 – Wilson Street Connection, aerial walkway

“I don’t think I would feel as safe walking “The gradient [of Option 2] may be a “There may…be some personal security “This option will result in loss of views
on this [Option 2] alone at night” problem especially for elderly and issues at night” on Little Eveleigh Street and the
disabled people...” concourse is too close to the houses
on the railway side. The proposed
concourse is imposing and intrusive”

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Option 4 – South Eveleigh to Wilson Street Connection
Option 4 includes a six metre wide concourse Platforms 8 to 10 would be accessed from a
across the rail corridor between South Eveleigh separate footbridge with a tunnel connection to the
and Platform 1 and connects Cornwallis Street to concourse. This option could also include the ground
Wilson Street. Lifts and stairs would be provided to level pathway or aerial walkway connections from
Platforms 1 to 7 from the new southern concourse Platform 1 to Wilson Street.
with additional bridge extensions.

Option 4 – South Eveleigh to Wilson Street Connection

5 What we heard
Early consultation – May and Options consultation – July and
June 2019 August 2019
Community feedback received during the May Feedback received during consultation in July and
and June consultation phase showed support for August continued to show overarching support for
the construction of a new southern concourse for improving accessibility and reducing congestion at
Redfern Station. Redfern Station. However, differing levels of support
The potential for congestion on Little Eveleigh were received regarding the alignment for each
and Marian Street due to an increased number of of the four options, with respondents expressing
pedestrians, cyclists and vehicles was a key theme. differing viewpoints about the potential benefits and
Some responses also proposed relocating the negatives of each option.
“[Option 4] is by far the worst, it’s like a confusing maze... As somebody who walks concourse entrance to other streets, such as Wilson
More than half of the people who responded to
this section everyday, I think that Option 1 is by far the best for all kinds of pedestrians and Cornwallis Streets.
the survey lived in the local area, and used the
and will improve the people traffic flow immensely through the station” Other suggestions by the community included station to travel to and from home and to access
providing lift access to Platforms 11 and 12, having various local destinations, including South Eveleigh,
ungated access between the two entrances and Carriageworks, The University of Sydney and local
facilitating bicycle access across the concourse. shops, cafes and restaurants.
Potential impact to heritage and the visual amenity
of surrounding streets were also identified as aspects In general, Option 1 received the highest levels of
that were important to the community. We also support both stated (Figure 1), and based on seven
received feedback asking for more detail on other different quality-based criteria, as self-identified by
design options. survey respondents (Figure 2).

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 Figure 1 Stated preferred and non-preferred options

60
Option 1 Option 4*
50 Preferred

40 Option 3 Not preferred

Option 2
30 Other** Total (preferred –
Number of responses

not preferred)
20
Option 1 – Little Eveleigh
Street Connection
10
Option 2 – Wilson Street
0 Connection, ground
level pathway
-10 Option 3 – Wilson Street
Connection, aerial walkway
-20 Option 4 – South Eveleigh to
Wilson Street Connection
-30

-40

* Tally includes respondents who stated both Option 4 or a variant of Option 4 with a ground level pathway as a preferred option.

** ‘Other’ refers to respondents who identified that they would prefer an alternative design, including the two community
group suggestions. As these suggestions were not formally consulted on by TfNSW a ‘not preferred’ and ‘total’ figure could
not be produced.

Figure 2 Qualitative based options assessment where the listed qualities are seen as a benefit or negative of Natural Amenity

each option, as self-identified by survey respondents Flora & Fauna

Public Transport
Festivals and Events
Accessibility Connectivity Safety Heritage Ease of journey Interaction
between to key (passive through the with streets
Option 1 Option 2 Visual Amenity
100
platforms, destinations surveillance station precinct Passive Recreation
Option 1 Option 1, which connects Little Eveleigh Street to Option 2, which connects Marian Street to Wilson
concourse and and interface
80
station entrance with streets) Marian Street, was the favoured option both as Street via a ground level pathway,Active
was Recreation
perceived
Option 3 Heritage
stated by respondents and based on positive and by some respondents as having the best heritage
60 Accessibility Flood Management
Option 1 negative qualities respondents nominated in outcomes as well as resulting in positive integration
Little Eveleigh 87
Option 2
74 -15 -24 88 Connectivity -46 the online survey. Intermodal
with the surrounding streetscape. Opportunities
40 Street Connection Safety Integrated
were also seen to activate the area surrounding the
Respondents identified Option 1 as providing the
20 Heritage ground-level pathway, through methods such as
Option 2
-11 9 -28 Option 41
4 -56 Ease of journey 15 easiest, most accessible and connective journey,
Wilson Street precinct renewal and creation of green space. Some
while also providing good sightlines throughout the
0 Connection, ground Interaction with respondents also suggested adaptively reusing the
level pathway surrounding concourse and entrances in comparatively activated
streets heritage listed communications building, by diverting
-20 areas. When discussing Option 1, a number of local
the pathway through it.
Option 3 Other respondents identified the value of Little Eveleigh
-40 69 70 -4 -40 55 -36
Wilson Street Total value Street’s character to the local area, with a preference However, many respondents identified Option 2 as
Connection, (Benefits –
Negatives)
to retain the building at 125-127 Little Eveleigh Street providing poorer connectivity outcomes, an indirect
-60 aerial walkway
raised in around 10% of responses. journey and longer travel distance, with the changing
-80 gradient of the connecting ground-level pathway to
Option 4 One challenge that respondents perceived for Option
5 -23 -4 -7 -49 11 Wilson Street creating a barrier to its accessibility.
South Eveleigh 1 was the narrowness of Little Eveleigh Street. Many
to Wilson Street There were also concerns regarding personal safety
respondents questioned the street’s ability to manage
connection and crime prevention in the area of the ground level
additional pedestrians using the street alongside cars
pathway due to restricted lines of sight.
and cyclists. Resident amenity was also identified as
a challenge to be considered for Option 1, particularly
regarding noise, privacy and parking. These challenges
are discussed in more detail later in this report.

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 Similar questions were also asked, but to a lesser Some respondents also identified the need to blend
degree, for Ivy Street and Ivy Lane. the old with the new, and requested architectural
features such as ironwork or artistic interpretations
Some respondents felt that the increase in activity
be incorporated into the new concourse.
on Little Eveleigh and Marian Street could be better
managed by connecting the new concourse to Concourse width, cycling routes and
Wilson Street or South Eveleigh instead, as it would
unpaid access
separate pedestrians from cyclists and vehicles.
However, a number of respondents also identified Building a wider concourse to include amenities such
concerns around the safety of the pathway to Wilson as a cycle route and ungated access was suggested
by some respondents.
Street, due to reduced passive surveillance. Other
respondents, however, considered that this could be A number of respondents who suggested including
mitigated by activation of the area. a cycle route identified the need to connect it with
existing cycle routes in the local area. Requests for
When considering how the new concourse would
facilities such as additional bike racks and storage
interact with surrounding streets, a number of
were also received.
respondents also requested better connections
Some respondents also suggested that creating
to bus services and across Gibbons Street,
ungated access across the rail corridor would achieve
identifying difficulties with easily accessing existing
better connectivity within the local area, particularly
transport interchanges.
for those who may not be station customers or do not
Heritage have access to an Opal or credit card to tap on and off
at either end of the concourse.
Heritage was seen by the local community as
contributing significantly to the local character of Urban design, local character and
Redfern and was widely valued. Around 18% of all visual amenity
respondents in the July and August consultation
The need for good urban design and visual amenity
period identified the importance of heritage to the
was an area of focus for many respondents, albeit
Option 3 However, Option 4 tended to be seen by respondents local area and in May and June around 45% of survey
expressed in various ways. Key considerations by
as being the poorest in terms of accessibility and respondents identified ‘Better recognition of
Option 3, which connects Marian Street to Wilson respondents included wayfinding and signage, and
connectivity. Many respondents and stakeholders Redfern Station’s heritage’ as being an ‘important’
Street via an aerial walkway, was the second ensuring the design of the concourse is in keeping
considered this option to be complicated and indirect, or ‘very important’ consideration when upgrading
most preferred option overall. Some respondents with the local character of the area.
particularly for those navigating the station to or from Redfern Station.
identified Option 3 as their preferred option due Some respondents indicated that they saw Options 3
Platforms 8, 9 or 10, as these platforms would need to
to the comparative directness and level-access of In addition to the station and some surrounding and 4 as the least attractive options, with Option 3 as
be accessed from a separate footbridge with a tunnel
the aerial walkway to Wilson Street (in comparison buildings being listed on the State Heritage Register, likely to have a negative impact on the visual amenity
connection to the concourse.
to the ground level pathway in Option 2). However, the station is located adjacent to the Darlington of the area.
and Golden Grove Heritage Conservation Areas.
concerns were raised about impacts to resident Key themes Open and green spaces were also important to
privacy and visual amenity, as the position of the These conservation areas incorporate many of the
respondents, with a number of comments specifically
connecting walkway would be above the fence line of The following themes were prominent throughout surrounding streets, including Little Eveleigh and
mentioning the need for more trees and landscaping
the survey responses and associated written Wilson Street.
adjacent properties. Additionally, some stakeholders in the area.
feedback received.
and respondents identified personal safety as a Responses received during the consultation In the May and June consultation period, survey
potential issue due to restricted sightlines and the Traffic, pedestrians, safety and periods reinforced the value of local heritage to respondents were specifically asked to rate the
enclosed nature of the aerial walkway. the community and the need to protect it, but the
bus connections importance of the station’s look and design
community also showed a desire to better integrate when upgrading Redfern Station. Around 49% of
Option 4 Respondents asked how the increased pedestrian,
and adaptively make use of it. There was a view respondents identified its look and design as either
There was some support for Option 4, which cyclist and vehicle activity on surrounding streets,
by some respondents that some heritage features, ‘important’ or ‘very important’.
connects Wilson Street to Cornwallis Street, due to notably on Little Eveleigh and Marian Street, would
such as the communications building are falling into
its direct access to South Eveleigh, and the diversion be managed to minimise congestion and ensure the Some additional amenity and design suggestions
disrepair, and a good project outcome would be to included:
of pedestrian traffic to Cornwallis Street. There is a safety of all users. In particular, many respondents
revitalise buildings such as this by repurposing for
perception that this diversion would reduce crowding perceived that the narrowness of Little Eveleigh Street • open and green spaces
use such as creating interesting pathways, and places
and congestion on Marian Street, and improve could not be effectively treated to allow for safe • weather protection
for cafes, businesses and markets.
pedestrian movements. interaction between pedestrians, cyclists and vehicles. • public toilets

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• children’s playground facilities ‘Option 5’
• retaining the 125-127 Little Eveleigh Street building Option 5 comprised of a three-armed concourse
• additional bike storage that connected North and South Eveleigh via
• wayfinding, particularly to key local destinations. entrances at Marian and Cornwallis Streets, and an
entrance connecting to Wilson Street via a ground
Platforms 11 & 12 (Eastern Suburbs Line) level pathway.

A large number of respondents felt that accessibility This design included a substantially a wider
upgrades to the underground Eastern Suburbs concourse that would be ungated at the entry/exit
& Illawarra Line platforms (Platforms 11 and 12) points, allowing pedestrian and bicycle access across
should be included as part of the project. Some the rail corridor. Ticket gates would be located where
respondents also felt that the existing access to the stairs and lifts connect to the new concourse.
these platforms (from the northern concourse) By having the dual Marian and Cornwallis Street
needed to be improved, including lift access. entrances, the design aimed to provide connections
towards both South Eveleigh and the Gibbons Street
Resident amenity bus stands, while minimising interaction between
pedestrians, cyclists and vehicles
Amenity, such as parking, noise, local character and
privacy were highly valued by respondents who This design would require a part of the ground level
identified as local residents. pathway to go through, the existing heritage-listed
communications building. This was seen by the
Privacy was a particular concern for residents respondents who put this suggestion forward as an
on both sides of the corridor and suggestions opportunity to activate the building and provide a
were made to protect privacy such as enclosing more direct connecting pathway below residential
the concourse, constructing screens or planting fence lines.
vegetation, or in regard to Options 3 and 4,
lowering the aerial walkway to restrict sightlines ‘H-design’
into properties. Potential noise and lighting The community group also proposed a concourse in
impacts were also raised by residents. the shape of a ‘H’ as a possible concept design. This Option 5 as received in feedback
design was similar to Option 1, but the footbridge
A small number of respondents also queried
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 • Separation of lifts, stairs and ticket gates on the for the station beyond 2036. Transport for NSW
Modified Option 1 design – Little Eveleigh Street connection, indicative only for consultation
concourse reduces congestion and improves safety. acknowledges the feedback asking for ungated
It was clear from consultation that local residents access across the new concourse and will investigate
and the community value local character and urban whether there are opportunities for ungated access
design. Transport for NSW is committed to ongoing that would also meet operational requirements.
engagement with residents on both Little Eveleigh The NSW Government is working with the City
Street and Marian Street, City of Sydney Council, of Sydney and has provided $680,000 towards
NSW Police and other stakeholders to develop upgrading Lawson Street. The Lawson Street
plans for shared zones on those streets. We will also upgrade includes a separated cycle route between
continue to consult with stakeholders, station users Eveleigh and Regent Street, integrating with the
and the community on the detailed design of the
local cycle route network. For cyclists wishing to use
new concourse.
the station, lifts would enable dismounted cyclists to
Accessibility, connectivity and ease access the concourse and platforms.

of journey A study into active transport in the Redfern area5

With a direct, straight alignment between Marian has shown that in addition to the Lawson Street
Street and Little Eveleigh Street, the modified Option 1 bridge, the most effective location for an additional
design minimises the distance that customers bridge location for pedestrians and cyclists who do
would need to travel between platforms and station not need to use the station would be further south
entrances. The use of 125-127 Little Eveleigh Street directly linking Carriageworks to South Eveleigh. This
as a station entrance, would provide a space that would be considered as part of the planning for the
minimises congestion and would also provide Redfern North Eveleigh Precinct.
increased customer flow with the separation of lifts
and stairs to the platforms on the new concourse.
Interaction with streets

Although all four of the options consulted on Shared zones

provided enhanced connectivity to key local Transport for NSW will work with City of Sydney
destinations, Options 2, 3 and 4 provide a Council, other stakeholders and residents to develop
comparatively lengthier and indirect route to plans for a shared zone on Little Eveleigh Street.
North Eveleigh. The connecting pathway from the While motorised traffic (other than residents) would
concourse to Wilson Street in Option 2 encompasses be discouraged, initial designs suggest that the
6 Consultation outcomes and next steps an approximately 7.8 metre rise and fall in gradient,
which may be undesirable for those with accessibility
road space available on Little Eveleigh Street would
allow access for heavy vehicles such as delivery and
needs. While Option 4 would provide a more direct
garbage trucks within the shared zone. Although
Consultation Outcomes and maintenance, deliverability, customer experience, connection to South Eveleigh, Option 4 also requires
some street parking would need to be relocated, there
urban design, environment, sustainability and heritage. the inclusion of an additional footbridge. This would
The feedback we received from the community has would be no net loss of parking spaces and access to
The modified Option 1 design has been selected by result in a more complex and indirect overall journey
resulted in some proposed modifications to the residents’ garages would be maintained. Signage and
Transport for NSW as the option that will best meet for customers using Platforms 8 and 9, particularly
Option 1 design on Little Eveleigh Street including: road treatments would make clear that pedestrians
the project’s objectives for the following reasons: for those with accessibility requirements or who are
• Garden buffers and landscaping to separate would have priority in the shared zone and that cars
unfamiliar with the station.
properties • The layout of this option provides direct routes, and cyclists would need to travel at 10km/h.
which is preferred by customers including those In addition, the future stages of the Redfern
• Separation of pedestrians and cyclists via a paved Transport for NSW is also working with City of Sydney
with accessibility needs North Eveleigh Precinct Renewal would also be
(non-raised) cycleway on Little Eveleigh Street Council and NSW Police on improvements to the
able to integrate and connect with he updated
• On-street parking to be relocated nearby • The straight walkway design with clear wayfinding shared zone on Marian Street, to better separate
Option 1 design.
makes it easy for customers to navigate pedestrians from other road users, given the increase
• Through-traffic minimised with general traffic
restrictions proposed • This option has the shortest and most direct Concourse width, cycling routes and in movements that is expected on this street.
• Resident and trade/deliveries and service vehicles journey from station platforms to streets unpaid access Transport for NSW is committed to ongoing
allowed 24 hours a day • Customers perceived that this option provided The new southern concourse would be designed engagement with all residents on Little Eveleigh Street
comparatively better personal safety to comfortably meet forecasted customer growth and Marian Street to develop the shared zone design.
In addition to the feedback we received, Transport for
NSW also looked at other factors to help select the • The design can be future-proofed to integrate
design including transport integration, operability with potential developments in the future
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Resident amenity, urban design and local Platforms 11 and 12, and bus connections
character Preliminary investigation work is currently underway
Local character and urban design were shown to be to help identify what accessibility improvements can
highly valued by local residents and the community. be delivered on Platforms 11 and 12 which service the
T4 Eastern Suburbs and Illawarra Lines.
Urban design studies and a visual impact assessment
(which will be included in future planning approval As this is an underground section of the station,
documents) will consider how the preferred option there are additional complexities which need to be
would integrate with the existing landscape, such carefully considered. This includes how we limit the
as the look and feel in relation to the surrounding impact to existing structures and how we would
environment. stage complex excavation and construction work
while minimising the impact on station operations
Streetscape improvements, including the planting of
and customers.
trees and other vegetation, would minimise privacy
Transport for NSW intends to develop the land to
and lighting impacts on residents, while also improving
the east of Redfern Station, above the underground
the streetscape. Transport for NSW will propose
T4 Eastern Suburbs and Illawarra Lines. This would
to retain the façade of the heritage building at
include improved access to Platforms 11 and 12,
125-127 Little Eveleigh Street.
which would make Redfern Station fully accessible.
A traffic, transport and access impact assessment will The development would also provide improved
be undertaken as part of the planning process. This connections to the bus interchange on Gibbons
assessment will consider potential impacts to the road Street. Existing zoning, which allows for mixed use
network and public transport in the vicinity of the development up to 14 stories high, would apply
project during the construction operational phases. to any project on the site. Over the coming months
we will consult with City of Sydney, the local Artist’s impression of upgraded Marian Street entrance. Design and finishes are subject to consultation.
Heritage
community and transport customers to help inform
Heritage is an important attribute and is valued by the early plans.
the community as contributing to the character of • Challenges to constructability, such as limited ‘H-Design’
the area. In the feedback received, while there was Alternative suggestions
space available to place the larger cranes
a desire for heritage to be protected, opportunities • Significantly increased customer journey distance
Transport for NSW appreciates the thought and that would be required to lift the extended
were also seen to adaptively reuse and reactivate from street to platforms, which could impact ease
effort that was put into the alternative suggestions concourse spans
local heritage infrastructure. of access for customers with limited mobility or
submitted by local community groups, and has
• A cycleway ramp structure appears to be other accessibility requirements.
Some changes would be required to existing local considered these suggestions alongside the four
illustrated in some of the plans provided between
and station heritage, such as the adaption of options that were consulted. • Increased construction time and complexity,
the concourse and the pathway connection to
125-127 Little Eveleigh Street to become a station Both concepts address some of the feedback including the need to realign tracks and relocate
Wilson Street. To achieve compliant gradients
entrance. The façade of this building would be received such as requests for an entrance on elements of the existing rail infrastructure
and connect the ground, a significant ramp
predominantly retained to help protect the local Cornwallis Street closer to South Eveleigh and structure would be required, and would reach • Challenges to constructability such as limited
character of the area. on Wilson Street, as well as a concourse with around 90 metres in length and approximately space available to place the larger cranes
separated paid and unpaid pathways. However, 4.5 metres in height. To complete a cycle route that would be required to lift the extended
Any potential impacts to heritage would be assessed
some challenges have been identified by Transport along the concourse, a second ramp would also concourse spans
in detail by heritage specialists as part of the
for NSW for each suggested design. Some of these be required on the concourse’s other side. Not
planning process, and the community will have an • The bulk of the larger concourse would create
issues and challenges are described below: only is this cycleway configuration complex,
opportunity to view and make comment on these a significantly greater visual impact to
assessments. Opportunities to renovate and reuse ‘Option 5’ the changing gradients and additional ramps
station heritage
heritage buildings or creatively interpret heritage would also be unsuitable for those with
• Visual impacts to residents of the Watertower • Increased distance to bus connections on
items, both within the station and the Redfern North accessibility needs.
building due to the concourse shape wrapping the Gibbons Street
Eveleigh Precinct will be considered as part of the • More complex wayfinding with increased number
corner-line of the Watertower building, effectively
design process. of decision points and areas of pedestrian-cyclist • Increased distance for connection to Platforms
creating a wall to the rail corridor
cross-flow on the concourse could lead to 11 and 12.
There will be opportunities for the local community • The bulk of the larger concourse and bridge
and stakeholders to provide input into this process. congestion or collisions.
structure would create a comparatively greater
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7 Next Steps
Thank you to everyone who provided feedback during the
consultation periods.
A State Significant Infrastructure application will be DPIE will then place the EIS and associated studies
lodged with the Department of Planning, Industry on public exhibition, in 2020. Transport for NSW will
and Environment (DPIE) requesting Secretary’s keep the community informed so you can view the
Environmental Assessment Requirements (SEARs) studies and have a say on the plans.
for the modified Option 1 design. These requirements Transport for NSW is committed to working with
will allow Transport for NSW to begin preparing the community as the plans the for new southern
an Environmental Impact Statement (EIS) and concourse develop.
associated specialist studies.

Planning process

Early 2019
Transport for NSW (TfNSW) develops initial concept design for the Redfern Station Upgrade – New Southern Concourse, including consideration
of environmental constraints, risks and opportunities
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May and June
Have
TfNSW commences preparation of a State Significant Infrastructure (SSI) application and invites community
your say
feedback as part of early consultation
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June and July

TfNSW considers community feedback and presents further design options
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July and August Have

TfNSW invites community feedback on design options your say
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Mid to late 2019

We are Feedback from the community is considered as part of the refinement of the concept design. TfNSW finalises and submits
here a SSI application to the Department of Planning, Industry and Environment (DPIE) requesting Secretary’s
Environmental Assessment Requirements (SEARs)
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From late 2019

DPIE issues SEARs to TfNSW, detailing the scope of the environmental impact assessment to be undertaken in the Environmental Impact Statement (EIS)
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From late 2019 to early 2020

TfNSW works with community and stakeholders as part of ongoing project design and prepares an EIS in accordance with the SEARs
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From early to mid 2020

The EIS is lodged with the DPIE
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From early to mid 2020 Have

The EIS is placed on public exhibition for a minimum period of 28 days your say
›

From mid 2020

TfNSW responds to submissions in a Submissions Report, which is provided to DPIE for assessment
by DPIE and determination by the Minister for Planning and Public Spaces
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From mid to late 2020

Subject to approval, construction commences in accordance with conditions of approval and mitigation measures specified by DPIE Artists’ impressions of potential shared zone options on Little Eveleigh Street. Design and
finishes are subject to consultation.

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