North East Rail Line powerline works

From 8 to 31 March 2023, our contractor McConnell Dowell will replace or extend some power poles and cables to create the required clearance to enable the safe running of double-stacked freight trains.

Snapshot

Date

March 2023 - March 2023

Working hours

7am to 6pm, seven days a week

Location

North East Rail Line at Kilmore East, Broadford and Tallarook

Town
  • Kilmore East
  • Tallarook
  • Broadford
Local Government Area
  • Mitchell Shire Council

Work being done

To enable the safe running of double-stacked freight trains more height clearance between the rail and powerlines is required in some locations along the North East Rail Line at Kilmore East, Broadford and Tallarook.

To achieve this, McConnell Dowell will replace or extend some power poles and cables to create the required clearance.

What can I expect?

  • Construction noise during the day and potential night works
  • If night works are required, affected residents and businesses will be notified directly
  • If night works are required, the use of generators and light towers (these will be directed away from residential properties where possible)
  • Trucks and other vehicles entering and exiting construction sites, may cause minor traffic delays
  • Heavy machinery and equipment operating onsite
  • Delivery of materials and equipment
  • Any directly affected properties that may have interruptions to power will be notified by AusNet.

Machinery used

  • Power trucks,
  • cranes,
  • excavators,
  • concrete trucks,
  • loaders and
  • light vehicles

will be used within the works areas.

How we’re managing impacts

  • Water carts will be onsite to wet down areas to assist in managing dust
  • Traffic controls will be in place, where required
  • Directing light towers away from residential properties.

Contact

Phone: 1800 929 244

Email: victoriaprojects@artc.com.au 

Visit: 39 Bakehouse Road, Kensington


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