The Government of Victoria has released the request for tender to upgrade Bendigo and Eaglehawk train stations, improving access to one of Victoria’s fastest growing regional areas.
The projects have a total value of AUD 15.8 million (USD 12 million).
Upgrades at Bendigo station involve the construction of a new pedestrian overpass as well as improvements to the waiting area, toilets and customer service areas to make it easier for people to move through the station, enhancing commuter comfort and safety.
Plans for Eaglehawk include extending platforms to accommodate longer trains and building a new 60-space car park with taxi and drop off areas. Preliminary designs have considered the unique heritage of the area and are the product of extensive community consultation, with around 80 local residents, businesses and commuters attending community feedback sessions in Bendigo and Eaglehawk in October this year.
Works will be completed in 2019 and are in line with the City of Greater Bendigo integrated transport and land use strategy Connecting Greater Bendigo, the Bendigo Station Improvement Plan and the Eaglehawk Station Precinct Master Plan.
The upgrades also complement the Government’s Regional Network Development Plan and its AUD 1.57 billion (USD 1.2 billion) Regional Rail Revival delivering more investment and more jobs in regional Victoria.
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