Powerline works Winton

Between 5 and 7 December 2023, McConnell Dowell will be replacing or extending some power poles and cables on locations along the North East rail line.

Snapshot

Date

05 December 2023 - 07 December 2023

Working hours

7am-7pm

Location

Locations along the North East rail line near Nelson Road

Town
  • Winton
Local Government Area
  • Benalla Rural City 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 near Nelson Road, Winton.

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
  • Traffic management and reduced speeds will be in place during some works, which may cause traffic delays
  • 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 will be notified by AusNet if interruptions to power supply are expected.

Machinery used

Power trucks, elevated work platform, crane, excavators, 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.

Contact

Phone: 1800 929 244

Email: victoriaprojects@artc.com.au

Post: 39 Bakehouse Road, Kensington, Vic 3031


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