We’re removing 4 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.

We’re removing the level crossing at Hopkins Road by building a new road bridge over the rail line.

In June, we’ll work 24/7 from 7pm, Friday 30 May to 7am, Monday 2 June in the rail corridor while trains are not running. Hopkins Road will remain open during this time.

We’ll also work at night in the rail corridor from Sunday 22 June to Wednesday 25 June, 10pm to 4am each night.

What we’re doing

• Continuing earthworks to construct the new road bridge embankment.
• Installing sections of the retaining wall to support the road bridge foundations.
• Transporting vehicles and machinery across the construction site and via Hopkins Road.
• Installing formwork and pouring concrete to form the road bridge foundations and walls.
• Constructing the bridge support structures in the rail corridor while no trains are running.
• Completing underground service relocation works in the rail corridor.

Upcoming disruptions

24/7 works

• We will work 24/7 in the rail corridor while no trains are running from 7pm, Friday 30 May to 7am, Monday 2 June.
• Impacted residents and stakeholders will be notified directly in advance of these works taking place.

Rail

• There are ongoing service changes on the Ballarat, Ararat and Maryborough lines until Saturday 7 June.

Night works

• From Sunday 22 June to Wednesday 25 June, 10pm to 4am each night, we will work at night while no trains are running to safely construct the road bridge foundations.
• We’ll be in touch directly with any residents or businesses who may be affected by these works.

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. Minor delays may be experienced.
• General working hours are Monday to Friday, 7am to 6pm and Saturday from 7am to 3pm.

More information

• Text MELTON to 0428 581 917 to sign up for SMS text updates about Melton Station.
• Text FERRIS to 0439 979 482 to sign up for SMS text updates about Ferris Road level crossing removal.
• Text HOPKINS to 0438 702 491 to sign up for SMS text updates about Hopkins Road level crossing removal.
• Visit our website for more information about the Melton level crossing removals
• Send us a private message on the Level Crossing Removal Project Facebook page
• Contact our call centre on 1800 105 105 or email us at contact@levelcrossings.vic.gov.au