Overview
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Rail
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In Planning
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METRONET
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TBC
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Elevated rail, new stations, level crossing removals, the extension of the line to Byford and Perth's first east-west cross line connection are set to completely transform travel along the Armadale Line.
The 130-year-old train line is set to be transformed through three significant METRONET projects: Victoria Park-Canning Level Crossing Removal, Byford Rail Extension, and the connection of the new Thornlie-Cockburn Link to the Thornlie Line.
To enable work on these three projects to occur as quickly and safely as possible, the Armadale and Thornlie lines will be shut down for up to 18 months, starting in late-2023. A number of shutdown options were examined, and the extended shutdown is the least disruptive option for passengers, motorists, and the local community.
Preparations for the shutdown are ramping up. Works on three new bus interchanges are under way, while construction of 1.2 km of priority bus lanes and road modifications along Albany Highway, Welshpool and Shepperton Roads is scheduled to begin June 2023.
Help us plan for the Armadale Line Shutdown
Major disruptions will take place on the Armadale and Thornlie lines from late-2023 for 18 months.
During the shutdown, it is intended that the Armadale Line will continue to operate between Victoria Park Station and the CBD, including Stadium Station. Train replacement services will be determined as part of the planning process.
More information on the details of the shutdown will be available on this page in the coming months.
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