Road users in Junee are expected to experience shorter delays at the Olympic Highway level crossing following the completion of new Inland Rail infrastructure designed to improve traffic flow through the town.
Two new train driver change platforms have been constructed as part of the Inland Rail project, with one located north of the Junee CBD between Florence and Elizabeth streets and the other south of town along Byrnes Road.
An Inland Rail spokesperson said the project addressed a long-standing issue for the community.
“We recognise that extended wait times at the Junee level crossing have been a long-standing concern for the community,” the spokesperson said.
“Inland Rail has delivered new driver change platforms that solve a long-standing issue in Junee, leaving a positive legacy for the town by reducing delays and improving how people move through the community.
“These new platforms allow driver changeovers to occur away from the Olympic Highway crossing, reducing delays for motorists and helping to maintain safe rail operations.”
Junee Shire Council Mayor, Bob Callow, said relocating the driver changeovers would benefit motorists and pedestrians using the busy crossing.
“Council is delighted that train driver changeovers will shortly move away from the Junee Railway Station platform to more suitable locations, as this will lead to a reduction in inconvenience for pedestrians and motorists at the Junee main level crossing,” Callow said.
“This issue has been mentioned for decades and it’s pleasing to see improvement delivered through the Inland Rail project.
“Junee Road and the rail level crossing are such important thoroughfares through the centre of town, and we are looking forward to seeing the benefits for locals, visitors, school buses, emergency vehicles and heavy vehicle traffic.”
