Names announced for new Australind trains ahead of service return

The names of the four new Australind trains have been revealed ahead of the service's return on Monday, 29 June 2026.

The WA-made three-car trains will be rolled out in stages and are set to provide passengers a more comfortable and convenient journey between Perth and Bunbury.

The Public Transport Authority put the call out to the community to help name the new trains, with more than 3,500 entries received.

The four winning names were selected based on originality, cultural connections and their reflection of the spirit and heritage of the South West.

The four winning names include:

• Marley - paying tribute to a much-loved alpine dingo that arrived in Bunbury from the Pilbara and later lived at the Bunbury Port. Marley became a local icon and was cared for by the Bunbury Sea Rescue group;
• Kwilena - the Noongar word for dolphin. Dolphins are an important totem for Noongar people and an enduring symbol of Bunbury, with the Dolphin Discovery Centre one of the city's premier tourist attractions;
• Koombana - named after Koombana Bay, the focal point of the city; and
• Linda - a name affectionately given to the Australind train by many in the train enthusiast community.

The Australind will continue to operate under its service name, with each train bearing a unique name commemorated by an installed plaque.

Everyone who submitted a name will go into the draw to win a trip on the Australind's first service.

The first of the four new Australind train sets will enter service from Monday, 29 June, reconnecting Perth, Peel and Bunbury with a modern, reliable rail service.

The remaining trains will be reintroduced in stages over the following months with some coach services to operate until the second train comes online.

The four new Australind trains represent a significant upgrade on the older fleet, featuring contemporary interiors with LED lighting, in-seat USB-C charging, improved accessibility, an onboard buffet and dedicated storage for 14 bicycles per train.

A community event to celebrate the return of the Australind will be held on Sunday, 28 June 2026 from 11am to 3pm at the Bunbury Passenger Terminal.