Early work is beginning on an accessibility upgrade at Ballarat Station that is set to make it easier for all station users to get public transport
Crews are beginning site establishment today to prepare for the start of works later this month at Ballarat Station, which will see improved accessibility and the installation of a new pedestrian overpass along with a new ramp and stairs, lighting and landscaping. The new overpass will open in 2026.
To ensure crews can work safely while minimising the impact on commuters, temporary fencing and safety barriers will be installed around the project area from today.
Local buses will be moved to a temporary location on Lydiard Street for the duration of the project and a temporary site compound will be installed nearby at the Ebden Street Reserve car park.
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Work will start later this month on removing a section of fencing, concrete paving and a section of metal roof sheeting between the bus interchange and northern platform in preparation for the lift and stairs.
A section of the southern station building will be removed to prepare for the lift and stairs on the southern platform. Crews will also start relocating communications services in the project area.
Final designs for the new overpass, lifts and northern entrance were released in late 2024, and incorporated further design and architectural work and feedback from the community.