We’re removing four dangerous and congested level crossings at Coburns, Exford and Ferris roads in Melton, and Hopkins Road in Truganina to make Melton boom gate free in 2026. We’re also building a new modern and accessible Melton Station.

What we’re doing

• Continuing earthworks and transporting large vehicles and machinery to site.
• Upgrading the rail track near the level crossing.
• Removing small trees and shrubs north of the level crossing.
• Commencing piling in the project area to construct the foundations of the road bridge.
• Relocating existing services in the areas and completing drainage works

Upcoming disruption

Traffic

• Hopkins Road will be closed overnight in both directions between Sheahan Road and Grand Boulevard from 9pm to 6am, Monday 20 January until Friday 24 January.
• Please see the map overleaf for detour route.

24/7 works

• From 7pm, Monday 20 January until 7am, Friday 24 January, crews will work at night to safely install road barriers along the western side of Hopkins Road between Grand Boulevard and Meskos Road.
• Crews will also work 24/7 in the rail corridor from 7pm, Wednesday 29 January until 6pm, Tuesday 4 February.
• Impacted residents and stakeholders will be notified directly.

Rail

• There will be service changes on the Ballarat, Ararat and Maryborough lines between Bacchus Marsh and Southern Cross from first service Thursday 30 January until last service Tuesday 4 February.
• Visit the PTV website for more information and to plan your journey and please allow extra travel time.

More information

If you have any questions or would like more information about the project, call us on 1800 105 105, or email contact@levelcrossings.vic.gov.au 24 hours a day.

Join us at our upcoming community event

Join us at our free Hopkins Road information and Building Blocks event! Learn more about our projects and join in the free kids’ activities.

Where: Mt Atkinson Children’s and Community Centre (160 Clara Ave, Truganina).

When: 45 minutes sessions on the hour, 10am to 3pm on Saturday 18 January.

Please register online via Eventbrite, tickets are limited.

What to expect

• Increased construction personnel, vehicles, and equipment in the area.
• Increased noise, dust and vibration.
• Traffic management including lane closures and reduced speed limits at times.
• General working hours are Monday to Friday, 7am to 6pm and Saturday from 7am to 3pm.