New Light City

Date of Issue: 29 January 2026

Authorised by: Alannah Clarke, Member for Central Meihama - Minister of Public Communications
Classification: Public Release

The New Light City Parliament, in coordination with relevant civic agencies, is pleased to issue the following development report for public record.

The Ministries of Transportation and Public Utilities have completed construction of the Inter-City Link (Red Line) service, marking a major milestone in the expansion of the New Light Metro network. Preliminary planning for the Southshore Link (Emerald Line) is underway. MiniT, in partnership with MiniPub, have commenced land surveying and corridor assessments to inform future development.

MiniT is also pleased to announce the completion of the Sunrise Coast (Aqua Line) service. New stations include: Sunrise, Brightwater, Crystal Beach, Brampton Heads, Voyager Beach and Aurora Beach, with services terminating at Sunset Station. This line improves access to coastal communities and strengthens connections between the mainland and shoreline precincts. The opening of Sunrise Station provides a new interchange point for passengers connecting to the Inter-City Link and the future Southshore Link.

Upgrades have been completed at Tobai, North University, Meihama and East Meihama Stations to expand service capacity on the Inter-City Link. Works include platform improvements, circulation upgrades and enhanced accessibility features. East Minami Station has also undergone upgrades to improve pedestrian access to the Capitol Subway loop, supporting safer and more efficient movement within the Capitol District.

The Ministries of Housing and Public Utilities have approved public works permits for the East Minami and Minami neighbourhoods in the Capitol District. New mixed-use developments are now under construction, supporting residential growth and local commerce while maintaining the character of surrounding neighbourhoods.

Renovation and remediation works have been completed at Railway Park in Ginkawa, Tobai Ward. The park has been repurposed from infrastructure originally constructed for the former Amahikari High Speed Rail project. The project was suspended due to shifting priorities toward sustainable urban mobility and local transit investment. Railway Park is now open for public use and forms part of the city’s growing network of elevated walkways and green corridors.

Voter enrolment is now open for the upcoming New Light City Parliamentary elections. Residents can register at vote.gov.nlc/register or through the NLC Link app. Elections will be held on 2 December, with early voting opening on 11 November.

The Ministry of Agriculture has reported continued success in its Firefly Habitat Remediation Project. Firefly populations are increasing in restored river and wetland areas, reflecting ongoing community and civic efforts to protect local ecosystems.

MiniAg would like to remind all residents that Biosecurity is Everyone's Business. Residents are encouraged to report bat sightings via the NLC Link app, or by calling 1-300-BATS. Learn more about the programme at agriculture.gov.nlc/bats.

The Ministry of Safety would like to remind all residents to dispose of waste in allocated bins. Fines apply.
Emergencies: Dial 555.

The Ministry of Health would like to advise residents to remain indoors during periods of extreme heat. Wet bulb temperatures above 35°C can pose serious health risks.
Emergencies: Dial 555.

Check back for further updates.

Filed for public record by order of the 113th New Light City Parliament.
Ex Tenebris, Lux Nova.
Out of Darkness, New Light.