The Ferguson Street level crossing is being removed by lowering the rail line under the road, making way for a new North Williamstown Station and an upgraded precinct for the community to enjoy.
Construction will start in February 2021 and this dangerous and congested level crossing will be gone for good in 2022. Find out more about the project design and how we’ll build the trench in the latest community update newsletter.
The Ferguson Street level crossing is used by about 25,000 vehicles daily, with more than 110 trains passing through, delaying traffic, cyclists and pedestrians.
The crossing also has a poor safety record, with two fatalities, one collision with a cyclist and at least five near misses.
For more information on community consultation, design and construction visit Engage Victoria.
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On behalf of the Victorian Government, the Level Crossing Removal Project is removing 75 dangerous and congested level crossings across Melbourne by 2025.
Current works notices
Works notice – Ferguson Street, Williamstown – February night works
Works notice – Ferguson Street, Williamstown – February works
Works notice – Ferguson Street site establishment commencing mid January 2021
Current disruptions
Ferguson Street, Williamstown – lane closures and changed traffic conditions
WILLIAMSTOWN LINE
From 9pm Monday 22 February to 3am Tuesday 23 February, there will be lane closures and changed traffic conditions on Ferguson Street, Williamstown.
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Ferguson Street final design
We've finalised the designs and we're now raring to go at Ferguson Street. Construction will kick off in February 2021.
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Ferguson Street designs
Artist impressions of Ferguson Street and the new North Williamstown Station.
03 Dec 2020
New North Williamstown Station designs
Artist impressions of the new North Williamstown Station.
11 Oct 2020
Publications
Works notice – Ferguson Street, Williamstown – February night works
15 Feb 2021From 9pm Monday 22 February to 3am Tuesday 23 February, we’ll inspect the condition of the existing rail track located at the Ferguson Street level crossing.
Works notice – Ferguson Street, Williamstown - February works
05 Feb 2021Throughout February, we’ll continue to progress site establishment works and prepare the area for construction.