The Level Crossing Removal Project’s Building Blocks program proved a hit with kids – and parents – in Melbourne’s west over the weekend.
More than 75 children aged between 3 and 7 years old took part in the free interactive activity sessions, held at the Mt Atkinson Children Community Centre in Truganina last Saturday.
With help from members of the Hopkins Road level crossing removal project team, children attending got the chance to dress in hi-vis construction gear and create their own road bridge using mini machinery and large building blocks, as well as enjoy lots of arts and crafts activities.
Our team were also on hand to answer questions about the Hopkins Road level crossing removal, which will see trains separated from vehicles by building a road bridge over the rail line.
Level Crossing Removal Project acting program director Adam Neville said the Building Blocks program was an opportunity for the community to learn more about the level crossing removal project in a fun and informal setting.
“The sessions are a great way for kids to get a better understanding of what it takes to build transport infrastructure and will hopefully inspire a future generation of engineers and construction workers,” he said.
The dangerous and congested level crossing will be gone for good by 2026 – two years ahead of schedule – along with level crossings at Exford, Coburns and Ferris roads in Melton. A new Melton Station will also open to passengers in 2026.
