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Locals in Melbournes north east will soon spend less time at boom gates and more time getting where they need to goLabor has released early designs for a new rail bridge in Macleod which will remove the dangerous and congested Ruthven Street level crossingThe new rail bridge will improve safety and ease congestion for the 12600 drivers who use the crossing every dayWhen complete next year the project will eliminate almost 30 minutes of boom gate down time during the morning peakA new walking and cycling path will be built along Ellesmere Parade between Ruthven Street and Davies Street making it easier to get around on foot or by bikeA new signalised pedestrian crossing on Ruthven Street will also improve safety and provide easier access to the station and surrounding areaThe project has been shaped by community feedback and local insights with the rail bridge concept design drawing inspiration from the nearby Rosanna Parklands to blend with the local landscapeA new landscaped community space under the rail bridge will include native and indigenous plants creating a new and welcoming green space for the communityConstruction will start later this year with the commencement of major works to deliver the new rail bridge and supporting infrastructureIn total 110 level crossings will be removed across Melbourne by 2030 with 88 already gone for good boosting safety and easing congestion right across the networkLocals can now view the designs and have their say with information sessions and feedback opportunities available online at engagevicgovaulxrpruthvenstreetQuotes attributable to Minister for Transport Infrastructure Gabrielle WilliamsWere getting rid of these boom gates so locals spend less time in traffic and more time doing the things that matter to themMaking Macleod level crossing free will make everyday trips safer and easier It will cut congestion and help people get where they need to goQuote attributable to Member for Ivanhoe Anthony CarbinesThis is about making daily life easier Safer roads less congestion and better connections between Macleod and Rosanna
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