Transcontinental railway access Road WA permit?

Submitted: Tuesday, Aug 01, 2023 at 21:45
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Do you need a specific permit to travel along the TCRAR from Rawlina to Kalgoorlie? Are permits issued by the railway company/the owners of the railway?
The most recent Explore Oz post on the topic is from 2016. Can anybody help please?
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Reply By: Stephen L (Clare) SA - Tuesday, Aug 01, 2023 at 22:22

Tuesday, Aug 01, 2023 at 22:22
No permits are required and it is open to the Public and a great drive.

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Reply By: equinox - Wednesday, Aug 02, 2023 at 12:53

Wednesday, Aug 02, 2023 at 12:53

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Reply By: ExplorOz - David & Michelle - Tuesday, Aug 08, 2023 at 14:23

Tuesday, Aug 08, 2023 at 14:23
Sean from above contacted us about this Forum post and confirms that if travelling WEST of Haig as you have indicated (Rawlinna to Kalgoorlie) then no permit required and is open for access (his exact words) - however travel EAST between Haig and the Googs Track is no public access. The situation remains the same as it has always been for as long as we have been running ExplorOz (23 years).
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Follow Up By: Member - McLaren3030 - Wednesday, Aug 09, 2023 at 06:49

Wednesday, Aug 09, 2023 at 06:49
Hi Guys,

I was of the same opinion as David & Michelle, but was not sure, so I did not voice my opinion. As far as I know, the access road and the land either side of the railway line is owned by Rail Track Corporation. You are not supposed to travel on the road. If you do, and you become stuck and block access along the road, Rail Track Corporation can impose a hefty fine. Permits are not issued for travel along this road.

Now I know many people use this access road, but you do so at your own risk.

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Reply By: Tezza4567 - Thursday, Aug 17, 2023 at 12:14

Thursday, Aug 17, 2023 at 12:14
The track across the TAR closely follows the Fibre Optic cable put in by TELSTRA during the 80, s on the Nullabor section.
Speaking from experience, you will have no issues in regard to travelling the road, however, should you become stranded due to vehicle breakdown etc., ensure you have a viable alternative for rescue. (We always travel with multiple vehicles).
We have previously purchased Diesel from Forrest, call the caretakers prior to arrival to arrange.
And please remember, you are within the rail corridor when you are within 3 metres of either rail and any Hight above or below within those 3 meters. Trains do travel at 115 km/h across the TAR
As also raised, ARTC do not issue permits, so travel is at your own risk.
Enjoy the Trip, we have on multiple occasions (Kalgoorlie to Tarcoola, (cook to Volkes Hill)
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Follow Up By: equinox - Saturday, Aug 19, 2023 at 13:31

Saturday, Aug 19, 2023 at 13:31
Hi - I think the corridor is 200m either side of the line.

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