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Tilt Train derailment as at 7.47am Tuesday 16 November
19 November 2004

We can confirm that at approximately 11.55pm last night, the north bound Cairns Tilt Train derailed about 50km north of Bundaberg (Between Bajool and Berajondo).

There were 156 passengers on board, two drivers and five other staff. All people were cleared from the train by 3.40am.

There are 12 people with serious injuries and others with moderate injuries who have been transported to Bundaberg Hospital for treatment.

At this time it is not clear what caused the accident. QR CEO Bob Scheuber has asked the Australian Transport Safety Bureau to lead the investigation. QR is also cooperating and working closely with Police and Emergency Services. Our advice is that the track is in good condition and was inspected yesterday afternoon.

All passengers have been transported from the site and either taken to Bundaberg Hospital, Hervey Bay Hospital or Gladstone Hospital for examination and counselling or assisted with alternative travel arrangements.

QR staff are working with individual passengers and groups of passengers to determine the best travel arrangements to help them return home or continue their journey. In most cases alternative road transport (eg buses) is being coordinated.

QR has re-routed other rail services. For service enquires please phone 132 232.

Police have also set up a hotline for the accident. Anyone wishing to make enquiries about passengers and staff please call 1800 100 188.

Media enquiries:
QR Corporate Affairs - 3235 2180

Passenger Accident Hotline:
1800 100 188

Service enquiries:
Traveltrain reservations - 132 232 or click here