Maroondah Level Crossing Removal projects

  • Project categoryRoads and carparks, Traffic, Level Crossing Removal
  • StatusCompleted
  • Approx. end date13 December 2024
outside of train station with overpass bridge

As part of the Victorian Government's Level Crossing Removal Project, three level crossings in Maroondah were removed in 2024.

The removal of these level crossings greatly improves road safety, optimises traffic flow, reduces commute times and makes it easier for all road users to navigate Maroondah’s roads and footpaths.

Council advocacy

As part of the development stage of the three level crossing projects, Council advocated to the Victorian Government to ensure the best possible outcomes for our community.

Through Council’s advocacy efforts, improved traffic safety outcomes were able to be delivered as part of the three removal projects.

Full details of the Victorian Government’s community consultation are available on the Engage Victoria webpage.

About the projects

Coolstore Road, Croydon

The Coolstore Road level crossing in Croydon was removed as part of the Victorian Level Crossing Removal Project. A new Croydon Transport Hub was also delivered as part of this project.

The level crossing has been replaced with a new rail bridge over the road. The Transport Hub features a new train station, a 14-bay bus interchange, car parking for 284 vehicles and 10 motorcycles and new road connections.

New road connections under the rail line between Kent Avenue and Lacey Street, and Devon Street, replace the Coolstore Road roundabout and connects Croydon’s town centre, making it easier for pedestrians to cross the rail line and navigate transport in the area.

Construction works began in early 2023 and the redeveloped station was opened in August 2024.

Find more information on the Coolstore Road level crossing removal project and the Croydon Station redevelopment on Victoria's Big Build webpage.

Bedford Road, Ringwood

The Bedford Road level crossing in Ringwood was removed as part of the Victorian Level Crossing Removal Project. The project saw the lowering of the rail lines into trenches underneath the road.

As part of the project, a missing section of pedestrian and cycling pathway that connects the 19.2km Heathmont Rail Trail to Bedford Park was also constructed

Construction began in early 2023 and the road opened in March 2024.

Find more information on the Bedford Road level crossing removal project visit Victoria's Big Build webpage.

Dublin Road, Ringwood East

The Dublin Road level crossing in Ringwood East was removed as part of the Victorian Level Crossing Removal Project. The project saw the lowering of the rail lines into trenches underneath the road.

A new Ringwood East Station was also built as part of the project and features a main concourse and second entry, platforms that are accessible by lifts and stairs and upgraded pedestrian and cycling paths.

The new station creates safer and more direct links between the Ringwood East shopping precinct, public transport and upgraded parking with about 460 car spaces.

Construction works began in early 2023 and Dublin Road reopened to traffic in June 2023, with Ringwood East station reopening in July 2024.

For more information on the Dublin Road level crossing removal project and the Ringwood East station redevelopment visit Victoria's Big Build webpage.

Further information

Find out more about level crossing removal projects on Victoria’s Big Build website.