We’re making the Pakenham Line level crossing free by 2025, removing 22 dangerous and congested level crossings.

What we’re doing

In good news for locals, the new McKenna Drive road bridge will open to traffic from 9am, Monday 24 March.

During March and April, we’ll continue working north and south of the rail line to complete bridge, roundabout, road, landscaping and lighting works.

Standard work hours will be 7am to 7pm, Monday to Sunday.

At times, we’ll need to work 24/7 to complete these works. Where possible, disruptive works will be scheduled for earlier in the day to minimise impacts to locals. Impacted residents will be notified prior to works commencing.

Upcoming disruptions

The following disruptions will be in place until 5pm, Monday 7 April.

Road

From 7am, Thursday 20 March to 9am, Monday 24 March:

• Kenilworth Avenue will be closed between Soldiers Road and Station Street.
• Soldiers Road will be closed in both directions.
• Detour via Bryn Mawr Boulevard, Woods Street and Princes Highway, or Brunt Road and Princes Highway.

From 7am, Monday 24 March:

• Station Street and the level crossing will close permanently.

From 7am Monday 24 March to 5pm, Monday 7 April:

• Kenilworth Avenue will be closed between the eastbound exit of the new Kenilworth Avenue roundabout and Coach House Lane.
• Detour via Brunt Road, Princes Highway, Beaconsfield Avenue and McKenna Drive.

Bus

From 7am, Thursday 20 March to 9am, Monday 24 March:

• Bus stops located along route 836 will temporarily close (in both directions) along Kenilworth Avenue west and Soldiers Road between Station Street and Streeton Way.
• Head to the PTV website for more information and to plan ahead.

Every effort will be made to complete works to schedule; however, dates and times are subject to change.

Traffic management will be in place for the safety of the community and our workforce. Please follow the signs and instructions when travelling around the project area.

Works area map

Stay informed

• Sign up for email updates or connect with us on social media for the latest project news.
• For SMS alerts, text STATION to 0418 998 433 to keep informed of major traffic and construction impacts.
• If you have any questions or would like more information, call 1800 105 105 or email us 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.