Construction in Kensington
Works are underway to build the western tunnel entrance near South Kensington station.
Traffic impacts
A long term closure of Childers Street is in place for construction of the Metro Tunnel. Find out about traffic and transport changes.
Buses replace trains, Sun 23 Sept
Buses will replace trains on the Sunbury, Werribee and Williamstown lines all day on Sunday 23 September for Metro Tunnel works in Kensington.
Work notifications
We provide regular updates to local residents and businesses of works taking place around Kensington. View all work notifications.
Early Works Plan
The Rail Infrastructure Alliance Early Works Plan outlines the works required to prepare for construction of the tunnel entrances in Kensington and South Yarra.
Western tunnel entrance location
The western tunnel entrance will be located alongside the existing rail corridor in Kensington. Find out more about the location and features.
High voltage tower construction
Works are underway to remove and relocate the existing high voltage transmission towers ahead of construction.
Construction impacts
A number of mitigation measures have been developed to avoid, reduce or manage construction impacts in the area.