The construction of Melbourne’s biggest tram stop, on Wellington Parade in Jolimont near the MCG, has begun.
Minister for Public Transport, Jacinta Allan, said the new platform stop will be 80 metres long, with capacity for 450 passengers and two E-Class trams.
The new stop, located between Powlett and Clarendon Streets on Wellington Parade, will cater for daily commuters as well as tens of thousands of sports fans attending major events at the MCG.
It will combine two pairs of existing stops and improve passenger connectivity to Jolimont Station, provide real-time information and include seats and shelters to improve passenger comfort.
The new stop will also be more accessible and safe, with level-access to low-floor trams, more lighting and a new pedestrian crossing.
To enable the new mega-stop to be built safely and efficiently, there will be various road, tram and pedestrian impacts during construction between 10-17 October.
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Quotes attributable to Minister for Public Transport Jacinta Allan
“It’s fitting that Melbourne’s biggest venue has Melbourne’s biggest tram stop, to move tens of thousands of sports fans to and from the MCG.”
“The new stop will be big enough for 450 passengers and long enough for two E-Class trams. The new stop will also be safer, more accessible and more comfortable for passengers who use the stop every day.”
“The Andrews Labor Government is investing in our public transport system to get people home safer and sooner every day.”
Reviewed 19 August 2020