Yass emerges as a powerful interchange nexus: linking Melbourne and Sydney by high-speed rail, unlocking regional growth, strengthening connections to Canberra and the Central West, and ultimately, to Australia.
Only two continents in the world remain without high-speed rail: Australia and Antarctica. One by choice, one by ice. The world moves ahead, and it’s time Australia joins in too.
Yass’ strategic location makes it the ideal high-speed-rail interchange: connecting Sydney, Melbourne, Canberra, and Central West. Accelerating travel times and driving regional growth through a more integrated rail transport network.
High-speed rail reshapes the future of small towns like Yass by attracting new residents, boosting local jobs, enhancing liveability, and driving regional growth as connected towns link to major cities.
Transforming Yass's town centre through shared streets, active frontages, and permeable blocks creates a resilient, people-focused urban fabric, supporting transit, walkability, public life, and sustainable regional growth.
Five key precincts guide Yass's evolution into a connected interchange town: through strengthening liveability, heritage, mobility, and economic opportunity through coordinated planning across station, gateway, expansion, heritage, and commercial precincts.