❓ A WA parliamentary question on notice regarding the maintenance and refurbishment costs of the Australind train between 2006 and 2010. The answer provides detailed financial information and outlines completed and planned refurbishments.
AnsweredQoN 3290Legislative Assembly
QuestionView source ↗
(2) How much has been spent on maintenance of the Australind train since 1 July, 2007?
(3) How much is intended to be spent on maintenance of the Australind train during:
(a) this financial year (2007-2008);
(b) 2008-2009 financial year; and
(c) 2009-2010 financial year?
(4) How much has been spent on refurbishments of the Australian train last financial year 2006-2007?
(5) How much has been spent on refurbishments of the Australind train since 1 July, 2007?
(6) How much is intended to be spent on refurbishments of the Australind train during:
(a) This financial year (2007-2008);
(b) 2008-2009 financial year; and
(c) 2009-2010 financial year?
(7) Please detail the nature of the refurbishments already carried out on the Australind train, the cost of each and when they were completed?
(8) Please detail the nature of planned refurbishments of the Australind train, the cost of each and when they will be started and completed?
(3) How much is intended to be spent on maintenance of the Australind train during:
(a) this financial year (2007-2008);
(b) 2008-2009 financial year; and
(c) 2009-2010 financial year?
(4) How much has been spent on refurbishments of the Australian train last financial year 2006-2007?
(5) How much has been spent on refurbishments of the Australind train since 1 July, 2007?
(6) How much is intended to be spent on refurbishments of the Australind train during:
(a) This financial year (2007-2008);
(b) 2008-2009 financial year; and
(c) 2009-2010 financial year?
(7) Please detail the nature of the refurbishments already carried out on the Australind train, the cost of each and when they were completed?
(8) Please detail the nature of planned refurbishments of the Australind train, the cost of each and when they will be started and completed?
AnswerView source ↗
Answered
7 May 2008
Responded by
Minister for Planning and Infrastructure
Response time
35 days
1. $709,392.48
2. $372,369.80 - to 31 March 2008.
3. (a) $496,000
(b) $1,294,000
(c) $1,064,600
4. $2,007,097.24
5. $616,533.03 to 31 March 2008.
6. (a) $2,081,500
(b) $912,000
(c) $930,000
7. The Public Transport Authority (PTA) has in place an ongoing program for upgrading the Australind to ensure a high level of reliability and amenity for passengers. The items listed below vary in scope with minor items being carried out while the railcars are in the workshop for work of a larger scope. Completion dates for minor items are not recorded as this is not necessary for management of the maintenance program.
Completed refurbishments
Automatic Train Protection auto download upgrade
Automatic Train Protection temporary adjustment - brake rate signal
Automatic Vehicle Tracking Tags
Bogie overhaul program
New coffee machine
New destination signs
Digital thermostats for fridges
Upgrade domestic water supply
Drivers Seat - fit new air seat
Overhaul brake valve
Emergency stop button: relocation to saloon area
Fibreglass nose cone to improve visibility
Install new first aid cabinet
Gong upgrade
Main compressor upgrade
Replace carpet, vinyl and curtains in saloon
Saloon lighting upgrade
Stairwell flap hinge modification
Upgrade compressor control system
Tint saloon windows facing galley
Toilet upgrades
Improve train data recording
Transmission overhaul
Upgrade tread plates for interior connectors
Underfloor cabinets - renew seals
Wheels - electronically profile
Windscreen wiper - renew motor and add lip seal to main shaft
Wheel Slip Protection computer - upgrade boards
The total expenditure on refurbishment undertaken from 1 July 2006 until 31 March 2008 is $2,623,630.27.
8.
Planned refurbishments
Start date
Finish
Air Suspension Upgrade and Installation
2008
2009
Buffet Redesign Stage 1
2008
2009
Seats Replacement
2009
2009
Installation of Transmissions
2008
2009
Installation of Final Drivers and Bogie Upgrades
2008
2010
Air Compressor Installations
2008
2010
Cooling System Upgrade
2008
2009
Installation of Carden Shafts
2008
2009
The above dates are indicative only as final designs and procurement is not yet in place for a number of the items.
It is also planned to improve access for the disabled. A consultant (who is recognised as an expert by the Human Rights and Equal Opportunity Commission) is working with the PTA's engineering staff to scope out the changes required to improve accessibility.
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2. $372,369.80 - to 31 March 2008.
3. (a) $496,000
(b) $1,294,000
(c) $1,064,600
4. $2,007,097.24
5. $616,533.03 to 31 March 2008.
6. (a) $2,081,500
(b) $912,000
(c) $930,000
7. The Public Transport Authority (PTA) has in place an ongoing program for upgrading the Australind to ensure a high level of reliability and amenity for passengers. The items listed below vary in scope with minor items being carried out while the railcars are in the workshop for work of a larger scope. Completion dates for minor items are not recorded as this is not necessary for management of the maintenance program.
Completed refurbishments
Automatic Train Protection auto download upgrade
Automatic Train Protection temporary adjustment - brake rate signal
Automatic Vehicle Tracking Tags
Bogie overhaul program
New coffee machine
New destination signs
Digital thermostats for fridges
Upgrade domestic water supply
Drivers Seat - fit new air seat
Overhaul brake valve
Emergency stop button: relocation to saloon area
Fibreglass nose cone to improve visibility
Install new first aid cabinet
Gong upgrade
Main compressor upgrade
Replace carpet, vinyl and curtains in saloon
Saloon lighting upgrade
Stairwell flap hinge modification
Upgrade compressor control system
Tint saloon windows facing galley
Toilet upgrades
Improve train data recording
Transmission overhaul
Upgrade tread plates for interior connectors
Underfloor cabinets - renew seals
Wheels - electronically profile
Windscreen wiper - renew motor and add lip seal to main shaft
Wheel Slip Protection computer - upgrade boards
The total expenditure on refurbishment undertaken from 1 July 2006 until 31 March 2008 is $2,623,630.27.
8.
Planned refurbishments
Start date
Finish
Air Suspension Upgrade and Installation
2008
2009
Buffet Redesign Stage 1
2008
2009
Seats Replacement
2009
2009
Installation of Transmissions
2008
2009
Installation of Final Drivers and Bogie Upgrades
2008
2010
Air Compressor Installations
2008
2010
Cooling System Upgrade
2008
2009
Installation of Carden Shafts
2008
2009
The above dates are indicative only as final designs and procurement is not yet in place for a number of the items.
It is also planned to improve access for the disabled. A consultant (who is recognised as an expert by the Human Rights and Equal Opportunity Commission) is working with the PTA's engineering staff to scope out the changes required to improve accessibility.
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