The AER has been requested by the National Transport Commission to bring the following public consultation to your attention.
The COAG agreed in December 2009 to implement a single national rail safety law and regulator. The proposed national law contains provisions that may impact on utility companies when carrying out works near a railway.
The proposed law and draft regulatory impact statement are available on the NTC website for public consultation from 18 July to 12 August 2011.
The NTC will also conduct public information forums during July and August 2011, to be held in metropolitan and regional locations around the country. Those interested can register to attend or view information.