Inland Rail is undertaking significant works in Broadford across three key sites to provide sufficient clearance for double-stacked freight trains.
These works are being delivered by John Holland Group on behalf of the Federal Government.
Works are currently underway at Hamilton Street, Short Street and Marchbanks Road, with traffic management in place.
To progress construction of a new shared use path at Hamilton Street, large bridge beams need to be installed.
This will require the use of a large crane and a full closure of the Hamilton Street bridge from 7am Sunday 27 July to 7am Tuesday 29 July.
The timing of the closure aligns with a planned rail shutdown, ensuring safe access to the worksite above the train tracks.
A 12km detour via Sunday Creek Road or a 20km detour via the Hume Freeway will be in place during the closure. Road users should allow at least 20 minutes of additional travel time, or up to 30 minutes during peak periods.
A temporary pedestrian detour will also be available via the Broadford train station level crossing.
Inland Rail staff will be at the upcoming Mitchell Listening Tour in Broadford to provide information about the Hamilton Street bridge closure and other works in Broadford.
It's on Wednesday 2 July from 6pm to 7.30pm at the Broadford Hall, 18 Murchison Street, Broadford.
The session, which is run by Mitchell Shire Council, includes a short presentation from Council and Inland Rail followed by an open, expo-style format where you can speak one-on-one with Councillors, Council staff and Inland Rail staff.
In addition to the Listening Tour, there are several ways to find out more about the Hamilton Street bridge closure or the works happening at Short Street and Marchbanks Road.
- Visit the Inland Rail website.
