17 August 2022 to 1 July 2025
Building the new ventilation structure near Newport Railway
We are set to commence works to build the new ventilation structure located within the West Gate Freeway between Millers Road and the Newport Railway. As this is a large structure, there is an ongoing program of works and you will see the new building take shape over the next couple of years.
If any of these works are expected to be particularly disruptive, we will be in touch before they start.
What to expect and when
| Impact | Date |
|---|---|
| Visual changes as the new 50m high ventilation structure begins to take shape. These works are to build the walls with the cladding and other finishing works to take place after the concrete structure is built. | Ongoing |
| Occassional nightworks (9pm to 5am). | August 2022 to February 2023 |
| Truck movements in the area - with trucks primarily accessing sites via the West Gate Freeway and Cawley Road. | Ongoing |
| Minor construction noise. | August 2022 to February 2023 |
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Occasional night-time lighting Lighting will be angled away from homes whenever possible while we are working at night. | August 2022 to February 2023 |
West Gate Tunnel southern ventilation structure (between Millers Road and Newport Railway Line)
Ongoing
Works to build the West Gate Tunnel’s ventilation structure within the West Gate Freeway are set to commence, with the installation of a 60m tower crane that will be used for upcoming construction of the ventilation structure.
The next phase of construction between now and February 2023 will be focused on pouring concrete to form the walls of the structure. The wall height will generally increase in 3m increments during the build. When complete, the new structure will be approximately 50m tall – creating a new landmark along the West Gate Freeway.
Towards the end of the year a ‘jump form system’ will be installed. This is a temporary formwork system which is used for building vertical concrete elements and will assist the wall construction.
These works will also involve concrete and steel deliveries. The majority of these deliveries will be during the day via the West Gate Freeway and Cawley Road.
We will continue to keep you updated as construction of the new ventilation structure progresses.
Works have also commenced on construction of a new electrical substation, which will power the tunnels’ electrical, mechanical and instrumentation components. These works include foundation works, concrete pours, structural steel and installation of precast panels.
More detail on what you can expect during these works
- Construction vehicles will be moving in and out of the area including excavators, concrete trucks, cranes and rollers.
- Water-spray trucks and road sweepers will be used in local streets around our worksites, keeping local roads clean during construction.
- Changes in traffic conditions may be experienced during these activities.
Thank you
We appreciate our work can be disruptive and thank you for your understanding. Works may be rescheduled in the event of unexpected impacts.
Contact us
For updates or questions, you can:
- call 1800 105 105
- email us at info@wgta.vic.gov.au
- visit our website or
- you can drop into our Information Centre at 2 Somerville Road, Yarraville 3013 Monday–Friday 10am–5pm or Saturday 10am–4pm for further information on the project.
Learn more
Read about the new tunnels that will connect the West Gate Freeway with Footscray Road.
