Level crossing removal works on the Old Calder Highway in Diggers Rest have commenced.
Commuters can expect to see construction vehicles and machinery preparing a temporary diversion road as major elements of the project, building of a road bridge over the rail line, get under way in the coming weeks.
A temporary service road will open in August to make way for a new roundabout, which will connect the road bridge to the Old Calder Highway.
Crews will also undertake rail signalling, service overhead wiring works, install signage and manage traffic in preparation for the construction.
Site establishment works at the nearby Watsons Road level crossing removal will start in a few months time.
The removal of the level crossings in Diggers Rest aims to improve safety and reduce congestion on important arterial roads, the state government said.
It is expected to be completed by 2025.
Residents can apply for the stakeholder liaison group to represent the views, opinions, and concerns of the community.
Nominations close at 11.59pm on Sunday, August 4.
Each morning, more than 8000 vehicles must travel over the level crossings in Diggers Rest and wait for the 27 services that run before 9.30am, the government said.
Details: engage.vic.gov.au/lxrp-diggers-rest
Eddie Russell
