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80 level crossings removed and two new stations open

Guest authors
June 6, 2024
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The Victorian Government has removed Melbourne’s 80th level crossing, with three more level crossings gone along the Pakenham Line and …

The post 80 level crossings removed and two new stations open appeared first on Rail Express.

New myki operator wants more money to run troubled system

gobstopper
June 6, 2024
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But two industry sources, speaking anonymously to detail confidential discussions, said teething issues with the takeover had prompted new negotiations with the Department of Transport and Planning.

V/Line closes Gippsland line for six weeks

Bardy Bigglesworth
June 5, 2024
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Frustrated V/Line passengers will have to take the bus for six weeks as the Gippsland railway line will close due to track upgrades. Find out how this will affect you.

PT wheelchair booking system rolls out

Bardy Bigglesworth
June 5, 2024
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A NEW booking system for mobility aids like wheelchairs, gophers and large walkers has been announced for V/Line’s long haul rail services.

Victoria imposes more taxes this time on vacant properties

Guest authors
June 5, 2024
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The State Revenue Office have advised that a new tax will be implemented for residential properties that are vacant for more than 6 months in […]

Major Melbourne train station reopens after seven hours

Bardy Bigglesworth
June 5, 2024
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A major train station in Melbourne’s CBD has reopened to passengers after it was closed for several hours this morning. A water leak caused Melbourne Central […]

The battle for a rail link to Melbourne Airport has turned nasty

Bardy Bigglesworth
June 5, 2024
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Infrastructure policy analyst Marion Tirrell said the delay isn’t a surprise, considering the perilous state of Victoria’s finances.

Proposed Ballarat Station changes are not for everyone

gobstopper
June 4, 2024
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Check out the early designs for a $50 million upgrade to Ballarat Station to improve accessibility.

Ballarat Station Upgrade Designs Revealed

Guest authors
June 4, 2024
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The Victorian Government has revealed the early designs for a $50 million upgrade to Ballarat Station to improve accessibility. The …

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Victorians may still be slugged with Suburban Rail Loop tax

Bardy Bigglesworth
June 3, 2024
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Victorians may still be slapped with another tax to plug the Suburban Rail Loop’s multi-billion budget black hole — with the Allan government refusing to be drawn on the issue.