Site establishment works, Benalla, May 2025

Work being done

Establishment of project worksite

• A project worksite, where worker facilities and plant and materials will be located, is being established within the railway precinct along Hannah Street, Benalla
• Works will include:
  • Constructing a hardstand to provide a firm and solid surface, installing boundary fences and concrete barriers, creating access roads and setting up environmental controls
  • Utilities connected to site buildings
  • Approved tree and vegetation removal.
• Generators will be used until a power supply is connected to the site
• Delivery of construction materials, rail and sleepers
• Removal of redundant power poles and cables within the rail corridor.

What can I expect?

• Works 7am-6pm Monday to Friday and 7am-1pm Saturdays
• Extended work hours Monday 26 May between 4.30am-7.30pm
• Traffic management will be required in some locations where works are occurring close to roads. Please observe all traffic management instructions and signage.
• Reduced speed limits of 40km/h near works
• Nearby residents may experience some noise and vibration during this time and can expect some additional construction workers and vehicles in the area.

Machinery used

NDD truck, compaction roller, excavators, cranes, tippers, concrete trucks, elevated work platforms, rail train, trucks and support vehicles.

How we're managing impacts

• Traffic management and reduced road speeds
• Environmental controls will be in place.

Cancellation of works

Works can sometimes be cancelled at short notice depending on weather and other factors. Should this occur, works will be rescheduled.

Contact

For any concerns, enquiries or to book an appointment to talk to one of our team about these works:

• Phone 1800 732 761
• Email inlandrailvic@inlandrail.com.au
• Visit our shopfront at 2/53 Carrier Street, Benalla on Wednesdays between 10am and 2pm.

Thank you for your patience and cooperation while we carry out these works.