The Level Crossing Removal Project tackling the new Mordialloc rail crossings and stations has released early concepts of its structures and bike connections.
This cluster of sites on the Frankston line will have significant impacts on the planned and existing bike corridors through the area.
Level crossing changes are planned at McDonald and Bear streets in Mordialloc and for Station Street in Aspendale.
With a new Mordialloc Station planned, and Bear Street closed, opportunities abound for better conditions for pedestrian and bike commuters in the station precinct.
The proposed rail bridge over station street provides the opportunity to complete the Bay Trail link through to Mordialloc, disentangling bikes from the busy highway traffic.
But how the concepts will be achieved seems vague and it is unclear how bike riders will access the high school precinct and the paths along the Mordialloc Creek.
To the north, the bike corridor along the Frankston line from Cheltenham to Mordialloc also needs to get over the Nepean Highway at Bradshaw Park to get to Mordialloc Station, and this has not yet been addressed by LXRP.
LXRP is inviting locals to provide feedback on the concept designs through its Engage Victoria survey.
HAVE YOUR SAY HERECommunity consultation undertaken for the project has resulted in high levels of support for better and safer bike connections.
Face-to-face and virtual community information sessions will be held in October and the project team will be available to answer questions and discuss feedback. You can register for these sessions via the link above.
You can also register for a webinar via the link.
The LXRP says the look and feel of the new station precinct will reflect the unique character and history of Mordialloc, and the historic local water tower will be celebrated as part of the design.
"When the new station opens, passengers will enjoy modern facilities, landscaping, all-abilities access, safe pedestrian connections and improved lighting and community public spaces," a statement on the project page says.
"The project will also include a new shared use path that will improve access around the station precinct, as well as connect to existing cycling paths."
It is possible that the right solutions for bikes are being worked on, however few details are available at this stage.
Construction is expected to begin in 2024.
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