Preparations ahead of construction starting on Inland Rail in Victoria are critical to minimising our impacts once major works get underway. But what does ‘get construction ready’ mean to local communities and what’s the best way to stay informed?

 

Surveyors check clearances under the Murray Valley Highway bridge as part of track lower works

Investigations and survey works are the first step in preparing sites for when construction starts.

Our construction partner on Beveridge to Albury Tranche 2, John Holland, have started these early activities at:

These investigations are undertaken to understand ground and soil conditions and to identify locations of existing underground services, including:

  • telecommunications
  • water
  • electricity
  • drainage
  • sewage
  • gas.

This detailed mapping of the area helps John Holland progress designs, minimising impacts during construction.

Two rail workers performing investigations
Two people stand in a room with chairs set up in rows behind them. One person holds a sheet of paper, and is wearing an Inland Rail name badge. The other person is wearing a jumper with John Holland brand name on it.

We’re committed to keeping local residents, businesses and other important stakeholders informed of our works and do this by:

  • distributing works notifications to our nearest neighbours
  • updating our website
  • local newspaper advertising
  • community shopfronts and drop-in sessions
  • social media
  • emails to our subscribers.

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