We provide advance notice of road closures and traffic changes through our website, social media, email updates, and on-site signage. You can also subscribe to our alerts for real-time updates.

Yes, property access will be maintained wherever possible. If temporary changes are needed, we’ll provide clear instructions and work with you to minimise inconvenience.

You can view the latest construction schedule and milestones on our website’s Track Tracker, which is updated monthly.

We follow strict environmental and noise management plans to reduce impacts. Work is scheduled during approved hours, and we’ll notify you in advance of any high-impact activities.

Contact us directly as soon as possible on 1800 312 600 - we're available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

Regular updates are shared via our website, newsletters, and social media channels, highlighting progress and the benefits being delivered for the community. Click on Register for updates at the top right of this website.

There are a number of support mechanisms available to businesses along the Stage 3 alignment. Visit our website Information for businesses | GoldlinQ for more information on business information and support

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Testing and Commissioning of the entire Stage 3 route has commenced.

Trams are running between Broadbeach South and Burleigh Heads as part of controlled testing. The trams are not in service and light rail stations remain closed. Testing is being undertaken by experienced tram drivers, with work occurring during the day and night to check vehicles, signalling, communications and control systems. The corridor is now in its permanent configuration, and all road users are asked to follow signage, signals and crossings, and stay clear of tram tracks. Please operate safely.

This testing phase is critical to confirm the safe and reliable operation of Stage 3 before passenger services can commence.

Bus stops along the Stage 3 route have been relocated near light rail stations, creating a single, consistent set of stops. Having buses and light rail stations co-located means when trams are not operating and public transport users instead take buses, they can be picked up and dropped off at the same places.

Signalised crossings and accessible pathways have been put in place near stations and stops to ensure safety and accessibility for users.

Translink timetables will be updated to include bus and tram services prior to the commencement of Stage 3 operations. Translink manages routes, stop locations and timetables for buses and trams, and the most up to date information will be available via the Translink website, app and journey planner.

Major construction is complete across much of the alignment. Finishing works will be completed over coming months.

Tram movements will increase as testing schedules begin to align with existing public transport timetables. Ongoing but reduced construction works will also occur, such as landscaping, kerbs and driveway reinstatement. Community notifications and project updates will continue for those who live or work in impacted areas.

Information to help people understand how to move safely around light rail as testing and commissioning activities occur will continue to be provided. Roads will return to the final state included in Stage 3 designs, with two lanes of the Gold Coast Highway operating in each direction, upgraded intersections (additional U-turns) and pedestrian crossings improving movement across the corridor for motorists and pedestrians. Speed limits will begin to return to normal.

Parking along the Gold Coast Highway and surrounding streets is managed by City of Gold Coast and will continue to be monitored and reviewed as light rail operations begin. Some on-street parking has changed to safely accommodate the changed corridor.

Alternative parking, including mobility bays and loading zones, is provided on nearby streets in some cases.

Visit the City of Gold Coast website for the most up-to-date information on parking availability, changes or reviews.

Stage 3 expands the light rail network from Helensvale to Burleigh Heads, connecting more Gold Coast neighbourhoods than ever before. 50 cent fares make light rail an affordable, everyday transport option for an increasing number of people.

The extension improves connections between buses, heavy rail and light rail, making trips simpler and more seamless. The journey between Broadbeach and Burleigh Heads takes just 16–17 minutes, avoiding congestion on the Gold Coast Highway. Taking the light rail also helps with parking issues in Broadbeach, Mermaid Beach, Nobby Beach, Miami and Burleigh.

The project supports a more connected, accessible and sustainable Gold Coast as the city continues to grow.