Tram network upgrade

Early works on tram network improvements in Epsom and Union roads will begin Wednesday 29th October.

The works involve:

• the renewal of tram tracks

• construction of a new level-access platform stop on Union Road at Epsom Road to accommodate G-Class trams, which will be operational in coming years.

DTP has provided an overview of the works, including site maps and timings of early and major work phases please click here

For further information, please check updates on the following sites, or contact DTP directly:

• Service changes: Closer to the time of major works, visit : Service changes - Yarra Trams

• Yarra Trams: https://yarratrams.com.au/projects/tram-network-upgrade-union-and-epsom-roads

An outline of the construction timeline is below:

• Early works:

  • Service investigation works - Wednesday October 29 to Friday October 31 (9am- 3pm)

    • Union Road stop 33

    • Epsom Road (Union Road to Ascot Street)

  • 24-hour rail welding work – 9pm Thursday 6 November – 5pm Friday 14 November

• Major works:

  • Replacing tram tracks and road surface in sections

  • Building a new level-access tram stop

    • 24-hour works from 10pm Friday 14 November to 4.30am Monday 1 December

      • Epsom Road (Langs Road to Ascot Street)

      • Union Road (Epsom Road to Bloomfield Road)

Traffic and transport impacts

• Lane and intersection closures, with significant noise during the first week of construction. ​

• Buses will replace trams on Route 57 during major works, and detours will be in place for vehicles, cyclists and pedestrians. ​

• Pedestrian access to businesses will not be affected (though temporary detours may be in place). ​

Noise and dust management ​     

• Construction will occur 24/7 from Thursday 6 November, with high noise levels anticipated initially. ​ Efforts will be made to minimise disturbances, particularly during the noisiest phases. ​