The designs of the new elevated Beckenham Train Station have been unveiled for the first time, showing a modern new facility and public open spaces.
The new station is being delivered as part of the major METRONET upgrades of the Armadale Train Line, with Beckenham one of the seven new train stations being built.
The upgrades are funded through the Byford Extension, Victoria Park-Canning Level Crossing Removal and Thornlie-Cockburn Link projects.
The upgrades will also see 13 level crossings removed and more than 5.5 kilometres of rail elevated, creating more than six hectares of new public open spaces.
The new Beckenham Station was an election commitment of the Albanese Federal Labor Government as part of the Victoria Park-Canning Level Crossing Removal project, with funding matched by the Western Australian Labor Government.
Incorporating valuable input from stakeholders and the community, the design images released today offer a glimpse into how the train station and surrounding area will be transformed as part of the Armadale Line upgrades.
The new elevated station will open onto a plaza precinct, providing space for recreation and increasing connectivity. It will feature four lifts, 90 parking bays, storage for 72 bicycles and CCTV coverage throughout the station area.
The proposed designs for the public space include activity zones near the stations, parkland with trees and lawn, areas for residents of all ages and abilities, activation spaces for community activities and events, public art and shared paths for walking, cycling and scootering.
A Development Application (DA) for Beckenham Station and public space has been lodged, with a public comment period set to commence on 28 September for two weeks. The community can then have their say on the DA at the Department of Planning, Lands and Heritage website.
Quotes attributable to Acting Federal Infrastructure, Transport, Regional Development and Local Government Minister, Kristy McBain:
"The release of these plans for Beckenham station is an exciting development in the METRONET upgrade, progressing crucial transport links for the people of Perth.
"Station upgrades such as this one in Beckenham will help create jobs in Perth, as well as providing a lasting boost for tourism in the city.
"Through the Australian Government's investment in the Armadale Train Line upgrades, we are able to remove significant amounts of level crossings bringing improved accessibility and safety for motorists."
Quotes attributable to WA Transport Minister, Rita Saffioti:
"The new elevated Beckenham Station and surrounding public open spaces look incredible.
"This new station and public open spaces will service the community for many decades to come and represent a long overdue upgrade to the Armadale Train Line.
"Not only will the community get a brand-new station and community open spaces, but we will also be removing the William Street level crossing which closes hundreds of times every day due to passing trains.
"All up, the METRONET upgrades of the Armadale Line will see seven new train stations delivered, 13 level crossings removed and the delivery of more than six hectares of public open space."
Quotes attributable to Federal Member for Burt, Matt Keogh:
"This level crossing is a huge bottleneck for local residents, businesses and the school right next door. It's great to see this project, which will ultimately make people's journeys faster and safer, moving forward.
"These station designs are a sneak peek into what's to come on the new and improved Armadale Line.
"This project will help create jobs for people in our community, while helping provide the transport infrastructure that we all rely on."
Quotes attributable to the State Member for Cannington, Bill Johnston:
"The upgrades being delivered to the Armadale Train Line and the Beckenham Train Station are once in a generation.
"The development application for the new station has now been lodged and I encourage the community to provide feedback when public consultation period opens on 28 September."
