The existing Glen Huntly station is set to be closed and demolished ahead of two level crossing removals at Neerim and Glen Huntly roads in Melbourne’s south-east.
The original station opened in 1881 and has been a cornerstone of the community through the years. The demolition of the station is expected to begin over the 2023 Easter weekend, with plans to have passengers using the new station in coming months.
The design of the new station was inspired by local architecture along Glen Huntly Road, it is expected to use materials including brick, bluestone, and light-coloured granite in and around the station.
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The site preparation has begun for a one-kilometre trench excavation, with the rail lowered beneath the road and tram line. Piling works continue on the site, with more than 2100 of the 3000 piles in place before excavation of the trench can start.
When completed, the removal of the level crossings at Neerim and Glen Huntly are expected to reduce congestion for the more than 20,000 vehicles that use the roads every day where the boom gates can be down for almost an hour of the morning peak.
With this, the area is set to include a new vibrant forecourt, with seating and landscaping to create more open space for locals. A new 700 metre squared pocket park will be planted by the Neerim Road level crossing which will pack in greenery and space for locals.
From early April 2023, Frankston Line trains will run express through the station with shuttles between Caulfield and Ormond stations connecting passengers to train services.
The Frankston Line is planned to be level crossing-free by 2029 with all 27 congested crossings gone, and 17 new stations built.
The new Glen Huntly station is set to open in August 2023.
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