Level Crossing Removal Works – Chelsea

The removal of three dangerous and congested level crossings in Chelsea is being fast-tracked to boost safety, reduce Frankston line disruptions and improve traffic in the south-east. Work on this project is set to commence mid next year. As a result, a new direct connection will be created between Thames Promenade and Nepean Highway, linking the Mornington Peninsula Freeway and the future Mordialloc Freeway. This will also enable level crossings at Swanpool Avenue and Chelsea Road to be closed. Looking further forward, Lochiel Avenue in Edithvale is also signposted to be shut, once works are completed by the end of 2022.

Metro Tunnel Rail Project

The State Government’s signature Metro Tunnel rail project also reached a significant milestone, with three massive roadheaders meeting at the future site of the State Library Station (30 metres below ground!). The roadheaders have been mining station caverns and underground passenger connections under Swanston Street (near Franklin Street) for the new station. With more than 20 per cent of State Library Station being dug out, excavation is expected to be completed later next year.

To find out more about these ongoing projects, click here.

*The content in this article was first published by Roads Australia Insider, July 2019.