We’re removing 4 dangerous and congested level crossings at Coburns, Exford, 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

Construction is underway of the new Melton Station and the rail bridges over Coburns and Exford Roads.

Throughout March, we’ll continue relocating utilities, installing underground services, preparing for the new station build and start building a temporary bus interchange off Brooklyn Road.

During these works there will be road, pedestrian and car park impacts.

Where and when we’ll be working

Exford Road

From 9pm to 5am each night from Sunday 2 March to Wednesday 5 March

• Overnight road closure at the level crossing
• Detour via Coburns Road
• Creek Street access maintained

At times during March

• Intermittent southbound lane closure
• Right turn access into Staughton Street will be maintained

Brooklyn Road

Ongoing during March

• Intermittent lane closures and footpath closures
• Please follow signage and direction from traffic controllers
• Some temporary impacts to station and on street car parks

Creek Street

At times during March

• Intermittent lane closures and footpath closures
• Please follow signage and direction from traffic controllers
• Some street parking temporarily removed to facilitate

What to expect

• Traffic management in place
• Construction vehicles and workers in the area
• An increase in noise and traffic movement in the area
• Works taking place at night

Access to businesses and homes will be maintained at all times. Please allow extra time when travelling through the area.

Impacted residents and businesses will be directly notified in advance of night works taking place.

We’ll make every effort to complete works on schedule, however dates and times are subject to change

Exford Road detour map

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