We're removing the dangerous and congested level crossing at Ruthven Street, Macleod by building a rail bridge over the road. Removing the level crossing will improve safety, reduce congestion and deliver more reliable travel times.

We’re also building a new signalised and raised pedestrian crossing near the rail bridge for everyone crossing Ruthven Street and a new walking and cycling path along Ellesmere Parade from Ruthven Street to Davies Street.

The new crossing and path are the missing link between existing paths. With this brand new connection, locals will be able to enjoy walking or cycling over two kilometres on safe off-road paths from Macleod to Rosanna.

We’re also creating a new community space in Rosanna Parklands, where the community can gather and relax. 

As part of the project, we’re planting 25,500 new trees, shrubs, flowering plants and grasses, including planting two new trees for every tree removed. Landscaping works will begin after construction in mid 2027.

Early works are underway and we are preparing for the start of construction in October.

Have your say on landscaping

We’re seeking community feedback on the proposed landscaping plans, including preferred plant species and opportunities to enhance local biodiversity. Your feedback, along with technical requirements, will help shape final landscaping designs.

Join us at an interactive local workshop for residents who live near the new landscaped areas along Ellesmere Parade and the new community space in Rosanna Parklands. 

Registration is essential.  

Note: spaces are limited. To provide equal opportunities for residents and to maintain session quality, please register for one session only.  

Sessions on Tuesday 6 October and Wednesday 7 October will be held at Macleod College, Carwarp Street, Macleod.

The session on Thursday 8 October will be held at Banyule NETS Stadium, 2 Somers Avenue, Macleod 

Terms of entry

As this is a public session, we welcome participation and discussion. However, filming or recording the session by participants is not permitted without prior permission from the organisers. This is to protect the privacy of all participants and facilitators and to provide a safe environment for people to share their views.

Please be advised that aggressive and violent behaviour will not be tolerated. Anyone who displays this behaviour will be required to leave the event.

If you have a fever, cough, are experiencing flu-like symptoms or are feeling unwell we ask that you stay home and email us to reschedule a time to chat with the team.

For further information about privacy, and how we comply with the Privacy and Data Protection Act 2014 and the Information Privacy Principles (IPPs) visit www.levelcrossings.vic.gov.au/about/governance/privacy

If you are unable to attend or would like to get in touch with the team, please contact us by calling 1800 105 105, replying to this email or by emailing levelcrossings@bigbuild.vic.gov.au  

Dates

Location

Macleod College, Banyule NETS Stadium
Carwarp Street, 2 Somers Avenue, Macleod VIC 3085

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