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Docklands News tours the West Gate Tunnel Project
A busload of curious locals set out for a behind the scenes tour of the West Gate Tunnel Project on Saturday, July 27, as part of the Open House Melbourne weekend.
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New Docklands Station under Metro 2 plans, but what about Yarra’s Edge?
The state government has revealed its preferred route for the long-awaited Metro 2 underground train to Fishermans Bend, but locals in Yarra’s Edge are pushing for the inclusion of a dedicated station of their own.
Read More“Cycling super-highway” under way amid further local safety concerns
The Victorian Government has begun construction of a new 2.5-kilometre “cycling super-highway” to Docklands as calls mount for safety upgrades to dangerous intersections around the West Gate Tunnel project.
Read MoreE-scooter trial extended for the third time
The controversial e-scooter trial in the inner city has been extended for a further six months as the state government seeks to investigate “additional safety and compliance measures”.
Read MoreFootscray Rd and Wurundjeri Way reopen
Footscray Rd and Wurundjeri Way have reopened to traffic as part of the step in the West Gate Tunnel Project (WGTP), much to the relief of motorists.
Read MoreNew smart poles rolled out in Fishermans Bend
New smart poles featuring weather sensors, transport sensors, LoRaWAN connectivity and smart lighting will be activated as part of a 12-month pilot program in Fishermans Bend.
Read MoreResidents unhappy over “secretive” local West Gate Tunnel projects
A $100 million “transport and amenity program” (TAP) that was supposed to ease traffic impacts in Docklands and West Melbourne when the West Gate Tunnel opens is being used to finance projects in the CBD, outraging residents.
Read MoreNew landmark emerging on Footscray Rd
A brand-new bright green cycling and pedestrian veloway is growing before the eyes of Docklanders above Footscray Rd.
Read MoreNew tram stop flagged to help improve safety around Docklands Primary School
Authorities are actively considering adding a new tram stop at the Footscray Rd terminus opposite Docklands Primary School to ease congestion at other nearby stops and improve accessibility to the school for families.
Read MoreDelays to continue around Wurundjeri Way
Following a brief reopening over the coming Christmas and New Year break, the northern end of Wurundjeri Way will close again for a further two months as part of the completion of the West Gate Tunnel Project (WGTP).
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