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Plans for rail over road revealed
Brodie Cowburn brodie@baysidenews.com.au
NEW designs for elevated rail in Mordialloc and Aspendale have been released.
The state government is building sky rail to replace the level crossings at McDonald Street in Mordialloc and Station Street in Aspendale - the Bear Street crossing will be permanently closed. Consultation is underway on the proposed designs for the rail bridges and new Mordialloc Station.
A statement on the Big Build Victoria website read “the new elevated station will remain in the heart of Mordialloc, close to shops and cafes with two entrances at McDonald Street and in the current station forecourt, providing safe and easy connections to the station for locals. The look and feel of the new station precinct will reflect the unique character and history of Mordialloc, with the water tower celebrated as part of the design.”
“In earlier community consultation, we heard from locals about how they value the local history and identity of the area. We also heard they would like us to improve landscaping, provide safer walking and cycling connections and community spaces as part of the project design,” Big Build Victoria said. “When the new station opens, passengers will enjoy modern facilities, landscaping, all-abilities access, safe pedestrian connections and improved lighting and community public spaces. The project will also include a new shared use path that will improve access around the station precinct, as well as connect to existing cycling paths.
“The Station Street connection to Nepean Highway will move south near Pine Crescent and will include new pedestrian crossings, with the new rail bridge over the road improving safety and traffic flow.”
Construction on the Mordialloc rail bridges is scheduled to begin next year. Information sessions will take place next month. To view the designs and make a submission visit bigbuild.vic.gov.au/news/level-crossing-removal-project/have-your-say-on-concept-designs-for-mordialloc.
