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SUMMARY:The Collie Steel Mill
DESCRIPTION:This presentation is being delivered by the Sustainable Engineering Society (SENG) in collaboration with the Railway Technical Society of Australasia (RTSA). They will cover the story of the Collie Steel Mill and how it will produce low emissions steel\, kickstart steelmaking for Western Australia and help a community transition from fossil fuel industry. It includes an introduction to low emissions steel making through Electric Arc Furnace (EAF) scrap recycling using state of the art technology to bring manufacturing and recycling back to Australia. \n🌏 Online and in-person at Allendale Square Level 10\, 77 St George’s Terrace\, Perth Western Australia\, 6000 \n📅 Monday 5th May 2025 (5:00-7:30pm in-person; 7:30-8:30pm Online) \n🎫 Register for the event below (free for RTSA and Engineers Australia members; $30 for non-members) \nLearning outcomes\n\nHow EAF scrap recycling works in a Danieli MiDa mill \nThe opportunities that high levels of automation present for onshore recycling and manufacturing \nThe challenges and opportunities for communities in the race for net zero\n\nProgram\nIn-person (AWST):  \n\n5:00 PM – registrations open \n5:30 PM – presentation \n6:30 PM – networking and refreshments \n7:30 PM – event concludes\n\nOnline (AEST): \n\n7.30 PM – webinar commences \n8.30 PM – webinar ends\n\n  \nSpeakers\n\n\n\nAzlan Ho\nManaging Director\, Green Steel of WA\n\n \n\n\n\n \n\n \n \n \n \n\n\nSarah Stanley\nStakeholder and Communications Lead\, Green Steel of WA & Managing Director of Gumfire\n\n \n \n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \nMax Gueldenpfennig\n\nEngineering Manager\, Green Steel of WA\n\n\n \n \n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n 
URL:https://www.rtsa.com.au/events/the-collie-steel-mill/
LOCATION:Level 10\, Allendale Square 77 St Georges Terrace\, Perth Western Australia\, 6000\, Level 10\, Allendale Square 77 St Georges Terrace\, Perth\, Western Australia\, 6000\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Events,Western Australia Events
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SUMMARY:Perth's new C-Series Rollingstock: the good and the not so good
DESCRIPTION:Overview\n\n\n\n\n\n\nJoin the RTSA Western Australia Chapter in-person in Perth for this event. Welcome to the future of rolling stock! Perth commuters have recently been introduced to the next generation of trains that are now operating in service. This technical presentation will outline how these railcars differ from previous fleets\, what has worked and what hasn’t been accepted with as much joyous enthusiasm. Join us for an exclusive insight. This presentation is suitable for those involved in the rail industry and other engineers who are curious about the Perth’s new trains. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n⏰ 5:00 – 7:00pm AWST📆 Thursday 19th June🌏 In-person at Engineers Australia\, Perth🎫 Register for the event below \nProgram\n\n5.00 PM – registrations open\n5.30 PM – presentation\n6.15 PM – Q&A\n6.30 PM – networking\n7.00 PM – event closes\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nLearning outcomes\n\nEngineering overview of Perth’s new C-series rolling stock\nLessons learnt from a major public infrastructure project\nBehind the scenes look and facts\n\nOur Speaker\n\n\n\n\nRodney Raymond\nDelivery Manager Rollingstock\, Public Transport Authority
URL:https://www.rtsa.com.au/events/perths-new-c-series-rollingstock-the-good-and-the-not-so-good/
LOCATION:Engineers Australia Perth\, Level 10\, Allendale Square 77 St Georges Terrace\, Perth\, Western Australia\, 6000\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Events,Western Australia Events
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250812
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SUMMARY:Conference on Railway Excellence (CORE) 2025
DESCRIPTION:Kia Ora!\nWe warmly invite you to join us in Tāmaki Makaurau (Auckland)\, Aotearoa (New Zealand)\, for the Conference on Railway Excellence 2025 (CORE 2025)\, themed Kaitiaki – Guarding the Future\, from 12-14 August at the Pullman Hotel\, Auckland. CORE is Australasia’s premier railway engineering and technology conference\, featuring over 80 peer-reviewed papers and international keynote speakers addressing critical issues in railway policy\, operations\, and engineering. Expect insightful presentations\, dynamic discussions\, networking opportunities\, technical tours—and\, of course\, a bit of socialising. CORE 2025 will deliver the high standard of content you’ve come to expect\, with a distinct New Zealand touch. Our theme\, Kaitiaki\, embodies the concept of guardianship over the sky\, sea\, and land—just as we\, as railway professionals\, are the guardians of rail’s role in sustainable freight and passenger transport. We’re also introducing a new option for presentations: a pathway for those unable to submit a full paper but still keen to share valuable insights. These extended abstracts\, typically 2-4 pages\, will be peer-reviewed to maintain the high standard of CORE while offering more flexibility. Auckland\, known as the “City of Sails\,” is at the heart of New Zealand’s rail investment\, including the City Rail Loop\, which will be nearing completion during the conference. This project will be a highlight of our technical tours. With convenient flight options from major Australian cities and the added opportunity to explore New Zealand’s natural beauty\, CORE 2025 offers a perfect blend of professional development and adventure. For those concerned about overseas travel\, keep in mind that the flight time is shorter than an east coast-to-Perth trip\, we speak the same language\, and we’re still part of the family—well\, almost! The RTSA New Zealand Chapter\, the CORE 2025 organising committee\, and the New Zealand rail industry look forward to welcoming you to Auckland for another exceptional CORE. \nJohn Gardiner Chair\, CORE 2025 \n \n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n 
URL:https://www.rtsa.com.au/events/conference-on-railway-excellence-core-2025/
LOCATION:Western Australia
CATEGORIES:Events,National Events,New South Wales and ACT Events,New Zealand Events,Queensland Events,South Australia Events,Victoria and Tasmania Events,Western Australia Events
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SUMMARY:Bus tour of the Thornlie-Cockburn Link (TCL)
DESCRIPTION:The RTSA WA chapter invites you to join a bus tour of the Thornlie-Cockburn Link (TCL). \nThis site visit is a bus tour of the TCL alignment and will focus on an in-depth overview of the design and construction of a pair each of freight and passenger rail each in a pre-existing corridor in brownfield conditions. It will be hosted by two senior leaders involved in the project: Graham Holden and Maneesh Gupta. \nPlease register below\, limited to 30 places \nOverview\nThe METRONET Thornlie-Cockburn Link spans 17 km and marks the first ever connection between two separate branches of the ‘star’ shaped Perth passenger rail network. \nPreviously\, the Thornlie line was a single (dual direction) train line that spurred from the Beckenham station and terminated at Thornlie Station. The TCL project involved the duplication of this line as well as the extension of this line to Cockburn station. \nThis involved modifications to the existing Thornlie and Cockburn stations as well as the construction of two new stations at Nicholson and Ranford Rd. The project also runs through two existing tunnels at Kenwick and Glen Iris. \nThis brownfield project faced many challenges from the relocation of the existing freight rail to the realignment of the existing Mandurah line to fit the new electrified passenger tracks. \nThe rail line opened for passenger services on 9th June 2025 and is fully operational. \nLearning Outcomes\nParticipants will gain an insight into: \n\nThe design and construction of passenger and freight railway.\nChallenges of design and construction in brownfield conditions.\nInnovations\, safety\, and community benefits.\n\nAbout the Speakers\nGraham Holden \n Graham Holden is Engineering Manager for the NEWest Alliance which delivered the Thornlie-Cockburn Link and the Yanchep Rail Extension projects for the Public Transport Authority. Graham has more than 35 years’ experience in rail across engineering delivery\, design\, maintenance and operations. He is a Chartered Engineer\, EngExec and Fellow of Engineers Australia and holds a Masters degree in Rail Systems Engineering. Graham is a past Executive Chair of the RTSA and was the Conference Organising Committee Chair of CORE2021 Conference on Railway Excellence\, held here in Perth. He is also a sessional lecturer in railway engineering at Edith Cowan University. \nManeesh Gupta \nA business leader\, Chartered Professional Engineer and senior project manager/project director with over 25 years’ experience in the freight and transit rail industries. This includes 11 years in operation and maintenance of rail network assets with strong focus on railway track maintenance  As DM/PM/PD or technical lead\, Maneesh has delivered over 150 rail projects of various sizes and complexity in WA in the last 15 years including freight and passenger rail projects. Maneesh is well known in the industry for his strong technical advisory skills for design\, upgrade and maintenance of below rail infrastructure. On YRE and TCL Projects Maneesh initially led multiple design packages and subsequently led the design team as the DJV Design Director. \nLocation\n🌏 Nicholson Station (No fees for parking on weekends) \nDate and Time\n📆 Saturday\, 18th October 2025 \n⏰ 9am – 12pm \nRIW Card or PTA SW Accreditation\nAn active RIW card or PTA SW accreditation is not required for this site visit as it will not be held inside the rail corridor. \nPPE Requirements\nThe following PPE is required: \n\nEnclosed shoes\nOrange hi vis top (vest\, shirt or jacket)\nClothing suitable for the weather on the day
URL:https://www.rtsa.com.au/events/bus-tour-of-the-thornlie-cockburn-link-tcl/
LOCATION:Western Australia
CATEGORIES:Events,Western Australia Events
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DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20251113T223000
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SUMMARY:2025 RTSA WA Chapter Annual Dinner
DESCRIPTION:The RTSA WA Chapter invites you to our upcoming annual dinner on Thursday 13th November 2025\, to be held at Frasers in Kings Park. As one of the premier events for the WA rail industry each year\, we would love for everyone to join us again for an evening of networking and celebration. \nThis year’s theme is Culture Shift: Sparking Change from Within and our keynote speaker is Social Artist and Entrepreneur Peter Sharp. Peter is a master at infusing joy into the mundane and transforming routine into human connection\, and is sure to make the dinner a memorable night. \nEvent description\n📅 Date: Thursday 13 November 2025\n🕖 Time: 5:30 pm for 10:30 pm\n📍 Venue: Frasers Kings Park – 60 Fraser Ave\, Kings Park WA 6005\n🎫 Tickets and Sponsorship: https://events.humanitix.com/rtsa-wa-chapter-annual-dinner-2025
URL:https://www.rtsa.com.au/events/2025-rtsa-wa-chapter-annual-dinner/
LOCATION:Frasers State Reception Centre\, Frasers\, State Reception Centre\, 60 Fraser Avenue\, Kings Park\, Perth\, WA\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Events,Western Australia Events
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20260228T090000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20260228T120000
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SUMMARY:Site Visit to Victoria Park-Canning Level Crossing Removal (LXR) Project Area
DESCRIPTION:The RTSA WA Chapter is delighted to invite all interested members to join us on the first site visit of 2026. \nOpened to the Public in 2025\, the Victoria Park-Canning Level Crossing Removal (LXR) Project is Perth’s first major elevated rail project. Over a length of approximately 7km\, the project replaced 5 stations\, removed 6 level crossings and created 6 hectares of landscaped public space\, all within a fixed corridor and timeframe. \nPlease join us for a morning of insights into the challenges and constraints that had to be overcome\, from members of the team that made the project happen. \nDetails\n📆  Saturday 28th February 2026 \n⏰  09:00am – 12:00pm \n🌏  Start location: Beckenham station lobby (Participants are encouraged to take Public Transport to site\, as parking is limited). \n👷‍♀️  PPE: orange vest and appropriate shoes recommended. \n🎫  Register via ticket link below
URL:https://www.rtsa.com.au/events/site-visit-to-victoria-park-canning-level-crossing-removal-lxr-project-area/
LOCATION:Beckenham Station\, Station Lobby\, Beckenham Station\, Perth\, Western Australia\, 6107\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Events,Western Australia Events
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20260709T170000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20260709T190000
DTSTAMP:20260610T055550Z
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SUMMARY:Perth's Metropolitan Rollingstock Fleet: a brief history and look into the future
DESCRIPTION:Overview\nThis event is a presentation on the history of the Public Transport Authority’s rollingstock assets including both electrics (EMUs) and diesels (DMUs).  The presentation will include information about the current status of the fleets\, which are in service and what works are currently underway. \nThe end will also provide a glimpse into the future of what is planned for PTA’s rollingstock.  This is a rare opportunity to get a behind-the-scenes look into the trains that move thousands of people every day across Perth. \nLearning outcomes\nAttendees will: \n\nlearn the background into Perth’s rollingstock history\nlook at what is currently underway\nhave a sneak peak into what lies ahead in the future.\n\nProgram\n📅 Thursday 9th July \n\n5.00 pm AWST: Registration\n5.30 pm AWST: Presentation commences\n6.15 pm AWST: Q&A\n6.30 pm AWST: Presentation concludes\, networking starts\n7.00 pm AWST: Event concludes\n\n🌏 In-person at Engineers Australia\, Perth \n🎟️ Perth’s Metropolitan Rollingstock Fleet: a brief history and look into the future | Engineers Australia \nAbout the speakers\n\n\n\nAdrian Harvey\nRollingstock Manager\, Public Transport Authority of Western Australia\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTheo Vander Heyden\nRollingstock Engineer\, Public Transport Authority of Western Australia
URL:https://www.rtsa.com.au/events/perths-metropolitan-rollingstock-fleet-a-brief-history-and-look-into-the-future/
LOCATION:Engineers Australia Perth\, Level 10\, Allendale Square 77 St Georges Terrace\, Perth\, Western Australia\, 6000\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Events,Western Australia Events
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DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20261010T120000
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SUMMARY:New Midland Station site tour
DESCRIPTION:Join the RTSA WA Chapter for a site tour of the New Midland Station! \n📅 Saturday 10th October from 10:00am to 12:00pm\n🌏  2 Railway Parade\, Midland WA 6056\nAttendees are to meet at the Northern station entrance at 10:00 for introductions and commencement of the tour\n👷‍♀️  BYO PPE orange vest and appropriate shoes recommended\n🎟️  Registration Link below \nSite Tour Overview\nOpening in February 2026\, the New Midland Station Project delivered a new railway station with 2 urban platforms\, 1 regional platform\, a 12 bay bus station and a 800 bay multi storey car park. \nSitting at the interface between two railway networks and tying into a new depot to the east in Bellevue\, the project improved railway connections to the Midland town centre and public hospital. \nCome and listen to project team members discuss the highlights and challenges in delivering this important piece of infrastructure in the heart of a town shaped for over a century by the railway industry.
URL:https://www.rtsa.com.au/events/new-midland-station-site-tour/
LOCATION:Midland Station\, 2 Railway Parade\, Midland\, Western Australia\, 6056\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Events,Western Australia Events
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20261022T170000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20261022T190000
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SUMMARY:Continuous improvement for high-performing rail teams
DESCRIPTION:Join the RTSA WA Chapter in-person or online to learn how structured debriefing methods can strengthen team performance\, accountability and learning within rail engineering environments. Discover practical approaches for embedding continuous improvement into everyday engineering practice. \n📅  5:00-7:00pm (AWST) Thursday 22nd October\n🌏  In-person (Engineers Australia Perth) and online\n🎟️  Registration information coming soon \nIn this presentation\, you will learn: \n\nExplain the role of non-technical skills in improving engineering team performance and project outcomes.\nApply structured debriefing techniques to capture lessons learned and support continuous improvement.\nIdentify practical methods for strengthening accountability\, communication and knowledge sharing within teams.\nRecognise approaches for building effective stakeholder relationships and fostering high-performance team cultures.
URL:https://www.rtsa.com.au/events/continuous-improvement-for-high-performing-rail-teams/
LOCATION:Engineers Australia Perth\, Level 10\, Allendale Square 77 St Georges Terrace\, Perth\, Western Australia\, 6000\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Events,Western Australia Events
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DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261113
DTSTAMP:20260809T230321Z
CREATED:20260809T230321Z
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UID:11157-1794441600-1794527999@www.rtsa.com.au
SUMMARY:WA Chapter Annual Dinner
DESCRIPTION:This year’s WA Chapter Annual Dinner will be held on Thursday 12th November – save the date! More information from the WA Chapter coming soon.
URL:https://www.rtsa.com.au/events/wa-chapter-annual-dinner/
LOCATION:Western Australia
CATEGORIES:Events,Western Australia Events
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