Benalla Station underpass to be removed in next stage of Inland rail works

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May 28, 2025

While the Benalla Train Station underpass is being removed a temporary pedestrian detour will be in place. Photo by Benalla Ensign

John Holland will continue works within the Benalla Station Precinct during June.

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Those will include:

Demolition of the pedestrian underpass on the Railway Pl side of Benalla Station in late June.
Utility relocations and connections.
Removal of redundant track and signalling infrastructure.
Approved tree and vegetation removal.
Delivery of construction materials including rail and sleepers.

What can the community expect?

Works from 7am to 6pm Monday to Friday and 7am to 1pm on Saturdays.
The closure of the pedestrian underpass between Railway Pl and the station access ramp in late June. A pedestrian detour will be in place.
Traffic management in some locations where works are occurring close to roads.
Reduced speed limits of 40km/h near works.
Nearby residents may experience some noise and vibration during this time and can expect some additional construction workers and vehicles in the area.

Machinery to be used:

Non-destructive digging truck, excavators, cranes, tippers, concrete trucks, elevated work platforms, rail train, trucks and support vehicles.

How Inland Rail is managing the impacts:

Pedestrian and vehicle access to station maintained from Mackellar St.
Traffic management and reduced road speeds.
Wayfinding signage in place along pedestrian detour.
Environmental controls will be in place.

Cancellation of works

Works can sometimes be cancelled at short notice depending on weather and other factors. Should this occur, works will be rescheduled.

Talk to the team

For any concerns, inquiries or to book an appointment to talk to one of Inland Rail’s team about these works, phone 1800 732 761, email inlandrailvic@inlandrail.com.au or visit its shopfront at 53 Carrier St on a Wednesday between 10am and 2pm.