21 September 2026
We are delivering stage one of Melbourne Airport Rail, with the Australian and Victorian governments investing more than $4 billion to deliver 6km of major rail upgrades from West Footscray to Albion. The works will include transforming Sunshine into a transport superhub and building new modern and accessible stations at Tottenham and Albion.
Jet fuel pipeline works are nearing completion at our Albion Station and Sunshine Road sites. In early October, we will work 24/7 at both sites to connect the new 1.8kms of pipes to the existing jet fuel pipeline.
What we’re doing
- Cutting, welding and installing pipe valves and fittings.
- Establishing and testing the new connection.
What to expect
- Work crews, machinery and construction vehicles (including trucks) in the area.
- Moderate levels of construction noise at times, as well as dust and vibration.
- Lighting in place to safely facilitate overnight works.
We will be in touch with impacted residents ahead of time.
When we’ll work
We will be working 24/7 at our Albion Station and Sunshine Road sites from 7am, Monday 5 October to 7am, Saturday 10 October.
These dates are dependent on a number of external factors, including weather, and are subject to change.
Subscribe to Melbourne Airport Rail SMS updates:
SMS project updates will keep you up-to-date on our works and disruptions in Sunshine, Albion and at Tottenham Station.
To receive SMS updates on ALL project works, text MELBOURNE AIRPORT RAIL to 0447 438 529.
If you only want SMS updates on activities near you, please text one of the following keywords to 0447 438 529:
- Works in Sunshine, including at the station, trader precinct and on Sunshine Road – text SUNSHINE
- Works in Albion, including at the station – text ALBION
- Works at and around Tottenham Station – text TOTTENHAM
More information
- Sign up for e-mail updates
- Call us on 1800 105 105 or email airportrail@bigbuild.vic.gov.au
- For languages other than English, please call 9209 0147
- Visit our Melbourne Airport Rail Facebook page