FAQs
No, TasRail does not sell any of these items to the public. Life-expired sleepers are traditionally in no shape to be on-sold to the public due to health and safety reasons. Metal items like life-expired sleepers or train wheels are traditionally sold for scrap to recycling outlets within Tasmania.
TasRail train drivers have the discretion to sound the horn whenever necessary to mitigate potential risks, such as trespassers or vehicles near the tracks. At level crossings, the standard procedure requires sounding the horn once for approximately one second upon approach to the crossings. Between 10pm and 6am, locomotives are required to use the "low-note" horn.
For safety reasons and the fact that our times can vary due to the needs of customers/shipping timetables, we no longer publish our timetable or make it available to the public.
Yes, we undertake two on-track program spray runs (Autumn/Spring) targeting weeds etc., in our track formation. Information on these programs can be found here.
TasRail is not the planning authority and therefore is not able to provide planning advice outside of the statutory process.
As guidance, TasRail recommends that anyone considering a development near a railway line or rail land (including non-operational rail lines) contact the relevant Council to understand applicable planning scheme requirements prior to commencing the planning process.
The Boundary Fence Act excludes the rail corridor. Meaning TasRail is not liable for costs associated with maintenance or repair or replacement of boundary fence adjoining the rail corridor.
Where a landowner believes TasRail may be liable in relation to damage to boundary fence including graffiti, the landowner will need to submit evidence of a claim (photos) to property@tasrail.com.au with details of the claim and contact details.
A permit is an authority to undertake work, under specific conditions, and is issued to manage adverse effects on the TasRail network. A permit is a legislative requirement, and it is important to ensure the safety of all people involved
A permit also ensures that all TasRail network infrastructure is protected from potential damage.
TasRail manages both operational and non-operational corridors of the Tasmanian Rail Network. If you are doing due diligence on a property purchase, please head to our contact us page and we will endeavour to assist.
