Commuters are now able to view the early concept designs for new Narre Warren Station and elevated rail bridge, which aims to relieve congestion Webb Street and allow more trains to run on the Pakenham line.
Around 13,200 vehicles use the level crossing each day, with the boom gates down for up to 40 minutes of the morning peak when up to 25 trains pass through.
Since 2012, there have been at least 19 near misses recorded at the Webb Street level crossing.
Narre Warren North Member Luke Donnellan said the level crossing removal was important to the community.
“It’s exciting that Webb Street is one of the additional sites added to the list of level crossings to be removed, I know the community can’t wait to see it gone and to see our new station take shape,” Mr Donnellan said.
The Narre Warren Station will have two new elevated platforms with access via lifts and stairs, and the platforms will feature improved shelter and lighting.
The station will be safer and more accessible with modern facilities such as additional bus stops, shared use paths, Parkiteer cages and bicycle parking hoops, and landscaping throughout the station precinct.
Transport Infrastructure Minister Jacinta Allan said the community will love the modern station.
“This is one of the most dangerous and congested level crossings on the Pakenham line and we’re getting rid of it for good to boost safety and ease congestion,” Ms Allan said.
“Our investment will transform Melbourne’s busiest train line, making journeys on the Pakenham line faster and local roads safer.
“We have 10 more to go by 2025 to make the Pakenham line level crossing free, with 12 already a thing of the past.”
Construction on the project is scheduled to start later this year and will be completed by 2025.
The works are part of the Victorian Government’s $15 billion upgrade to the Pakenham line.
The community has been asked to provide feedback the early concept designs by visiting the online hub at Engage Victoria.
