No longer stationary

By Bridget Brady
WORK on the long-awaited Lynbrook Railway Station is due to start this year, but residents will only believe it when they see it.
The much-anticipated railway station, which will service the rapidly growing Lynbrook and Lyndhurst communities, has been talked about for more than 10 years. Lynbrook Residents Association president Jason Wood said residents would be pleased to see construction take place.
“We’ve been told this so many times, but it’s looking more and more likely now,” Mr Wood said. “Seeing the construction would be nice. That will really make us believe it’s coming.”
Casey councillor Amanda Stapledon agreed residents had been waiting a long time for the much-talked about and promised station.
“News of the construction at the end of the year is welcomed. Residents are keen to ensure this deadline is met, allowing them access to train transport for shopping, youth activities and commuting to and from the city for work,” Cr Stapledon said.
Mr Wood said the station would provide some extra freedom for the many people in the area who didn’t drive.
He said it would also be a relief for those who moved to Lynbrook a few years ago under the impression the station would be constructed soon after they arrived.
Tenders are being called for construction firms to build the station.
Lyndhurst MP Tim Holding said the design of the station would include bus stops, a taxi rank, bike facilities and car parking.
The station is due to be completed in 2012 or 2013.