31 March 2026

We’re removing the level crossing at Maidstone Street, Altona by building a new road bridge over the rail line to improve safety and create better connections.

Major construction is underway. Thank you for your patience as we deliver this important project.

What we’re doing:

In April, we’ll:

  • continue to construct the new road bridge foundations and install the first bridge beams, south of the level crossing
  • carry out site investigations, vegetation removal, clearing and digging along the north-eastern side of Maidstone Street
  • continue to relocate underground power, gas, sewer, water and telecommunication services along Maidstone Street and surrounding roads. We are working closely with service providers who will communicate with you directly if services or access are affected.

Changes to the way you travel

Road

Maidstone Street

  • Closed to traffic 24/7 from 8pm, Friday 17 April to 6am, Sunday 19 April, between Jordan Close and north of the Maidstone Street level crossing.
  • Detours will be in place via Kororoit Creek Road, Millers Road and Civic Parade. Please see the detour map below.
  • Access to businesses on Ajax Road, Slough Road and Maidstone Street will be maintained under traffic management.
  • Only vehicles larger than a 19m semi-trailer and emergency services will be granted access through the road closure from Kororoit Creek Road via a traffic control escort.
  • Delays of up to 60 minutes may be experienced while beams are being lifted.
  • All other vehicles will need to follow the detour routes and will be granted access from south of the level crossing via a traffic control escort.​
  • We’ll work 24/7 to install the first 6 bridge beams. During these works, noise and vibration levels are not expected to be highly disruptive. Traffic management and light towers will also be in place.
  • Please allow extra travel time.

Pedestrian

  • There will be no pedestrian access over the rail line along Maidstone Street from 8pm, Friday 17 April to 6am, Sunday 19 April.

What to expect

  • Normal working hours are Monday to Friday between 7am and 6pm and Saturday between 7am and 3pm.
  • Reduced speed limits and traffic management will be in place around our work areas, resulting in delays at times. Please follow all directional signage and travel safely when moving through the area.
  • Increase in construction vehicles, delivery trucks and machinery moving around the area.
  • Traffic management and light towers in place to ensure works can occur safely.
  • During some activities you may notice an increase in construction noise, vibration and dust.

Maidstone detour map

Maidstone detour map

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