The massive project to remove eight level crossings along the railway line through Brunswick will see a 2.1-kilometre rail bridge overhead with a redeveloped Upfield Trail running below.
The Victorian Government has released preliminary details as it seeks planning approvals before moving through to concept designs to be released next year.
The project is due for completion in 2030.
Elevated rail has already delivered massive benefits to travellers and residents across Melbourne, delivering ground level space for high-quality bike and pedestrian routes as well as public open space and urban amenity upgrades.
Further north on this same railing, the decision to elevate the rail tracks has demonstrated the positive outcomes that can be achieved.
The Upfield Line level crossings to go are between Albion Street, Brunswick, and Park Street, Parkville.
The government says it will transform the Upfield Bike Path, delivering new separated walking and cycling paths from Moreland Road to Park Street.
"The walking and cycling paths will run through the station precincts and will offer a safer, easier and more direct route to the stations.
"These new paths will meet modern standards and will be accessible for everyone, providing more space for people using mobility aids, prams and riding bikes and scooters.
"This means safe and accessible active transport options for all to key destinations, including retail and dining precincts and education facilities as Brunswick and Parkville continue to grow."
Two new stations at new locations will be built.
The new northern station will be centrally located between West Street and Hope Street, provide access to West Street and Orient Grove via a northern entrance, and to Hope Street via a southern entrance while connecting passengers to Sydney Road via Florence Street and Hope Street.
The new southern station will be centrally located between Dawson Street and Union Street and provide access to Dawson Street via a northern entrance and to Railway Place and Union Street via a southern entrance
It will connect passengers to RMIT University, Brunswick Secondary College, Brunswick Baths, Sydney Road, Brunswick Library, Brunswick Town Hall and Balam Balam Place.
During 2024 there was extensive public consultation on the vision for the project.
Walking, cycling and using the tram were the most common ways locals get around Brunswick and Parkville.
People consulted were most interested in the new separated walking and cycling paths (68%), new stations (65%) and urban design (56%).
The project is conducting public information sessions and Zoom briefings during this month.
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