Presentation Highlights from Sean McAllister
The extensive Moondyne west end turnout replacement project was recently featured in a presentation by Sean McAllister, Project Lead – Track, at the #RailTurnouts 2025 conference.
Sean provided a comprehensive overview of:
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The scope and complexity of the works
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Planning and staging for the particularly challenging section of the Eastern Goldfields Railway
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Execution of works during a tightly managed 86-hour shutdown in October
Project Overview
The project involved:
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Replacement of three dual-gauge turnouts at the west end of the Moondyne crossing loop
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Extensive coordination and months of preparation
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Successful delivery by Arc teams under high-pressure constraints
The result was a safe and efficient outcome on a crucial piece of Western Australia’s freight rail network.
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