This report provides a comprehensive assessment and evaluation of the Cross River Rail project, a metro rail initiative in Brisbane, Australia. It examines the project's needs, lifecycle, civil engineering systems, and project stewardship. The report delves into the project's economic, social, sustainability, and political values, offering a comparative assessment and informed recommendations. The project lifecycle is broken down into initial planning, procurement, design, development, delivery, operation and maintenance, and retirement, with specific attention to procurement processes and design specifications. The report also highlights the economic benefits, including the benefit-cost ratio and net present values, while also addressing the need for further research to ensure compliance and sustainability. The project requires joint cooperation from government and the public, with a team of technical experts to supervise the process. The report concludes with recommendations based on the analysis of the project's various aspects.