Longer 9-car VLocity trains will be able to run on the Melton Line next year, one year ahead of schedule. Running longer trains will boost passenger capacity by 50% during peak services.

To allow the longer trains to stop along the line, we’re extending the platforms at Cobblebank and Rockbank stations. To house the new trains we’re building a new train stabling yard in Cobblebank, 700m east of the new Melton Station.

We’ll be working 24/7 in the rail corridor and at Cobblebank and Rockbank stations from 12.01am, Wednesday 12 August to 4am, Tuesday 1 September.

What we’re doing

• Installing concrete platform segments and extending the platforms at Rockbank and Cobblebank stations
• Excavation and underground service works
• Rail signalling and track works within the rail corridor

What to expect

• Works taking place 24/7, with increased lighting, noise, vibration and traffic in the area
• Dust minimised with watercarts
• Additional construction vehicles and workers in the area

MYKI and customer service facilities will remain open at the stations during these works.

Traffic management and signage will be in place to help you move around the area and access to homes and businesses will be maintained.

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

Changes to the way you travel

Rail

Ballarat, Ararat and Maryborough lines

• Service changes on the Ballarat, Ararat and Maryborough lines from first service, Wednesday 12 August to last service, Monday 31 August.
• Visit the V/Line website for more information.

Car parking

Rockbank Station

• Up to 70 car spaces will be temporarily closed to allow works to take place.
• When trains return on Tuesday 1 September, there will be up to 70 temporary parking spaces available, west of the existing car park. These spaces will be available until the end of the year.

Visit Transport Victoria for more information and to plan your journey.

Construction area maps

Cobblebank Station

Rockbank Station

More information

If you have any questions or would like more information about the project:

• Call 1800 105 105
• Email railprojects@bigbuild.vic.gov.au
• sign up for email updates.