tram power upgrade project

Impact on land
The project will ensure the site is securely fenced
off for the entire construction period. Most works
will be restricted to the substation site, however
for a small period underground connection work
will be carried out and works will be required
outside the site. Advance notification will be
provided to the community for any additional
impacts. The project team will make every effort
to minimise the impact on the land.
ALBERT RD & FERRARS ST
SOUTH MELBOURNE
TRAM POWER
UPGRADE PROJECT
A tree management plan will be in place
during construction to minimise the impact on
surrounding vegetation. Any impact to the land
outside the site area will be remedied once
works are complete.
Traffic
Residents can expect construction vehicles
moving through the local area. At times
temporary lane closures and footpath closures
will be required. Traffic controllers will be present
to help minimise disruption to motorists and
pedestrians. Please look for warning signage and
follow the direction of traffic controllers. Please
note the footpath and underpass next to the site
will remain open. Advance notification will be
provided if a closure is required.
As a follow up from the letter delivered to properties on Monday 4 January 2016,
Public Transport Victoria (PTV) would like to notify you about the commencement
of construction works.
PTV and Yarra Trams are building a new tram power substation on the corner of
Albert Rd & Ferrars St, South Melbourne. These power upgrade works are part
of the Victorian Government’s $800 million investment in new trams and modern
infrastructure to help cater for the future demand of Melbourne’s tram network.
Minimising disruptions
During this time residents can expect to hear
construction related noise. Our workers will
be mindful of keeping noise to a minimum and
respecting the needs of the local community.
TIMING
PTV and Yarra Trams are committed to keeping
the local community informed of construction
activity and progress. We thank you for your
patience and understanding during this
important upgrade work.
Early work has commenced on site and will be completed over a seven
month period. The majority of work will be carried out during the day.
LOCATION
Corner of Albert Road & Ferrars Street, South Melbourne
IMPACT ON MOTORISTS AND PEDESTRIANS
Information in other languages:
9321 5440
9321 5454
9321 5441
9321 5446
9321 5442
9321 5447
9321 5452
9321 5453
If you have a hearing or speech impairment,
contact us through the National Relay Service:
9321 5443
9321 5448
> TTY users phone 133 677,
then ask for 1800 800 007
9321 5444
9321 5449
9321 5445
All other languages 9321 5450
For more information visit
ptv.vic.gov.au/trampowerupgrade
call 1800 800 007 or email
ptvprojects@ptv.vic.gov.au
PTVH0429/16. Authorised by Public Transport Victoria, 750 Collins Street, Docklands
Partial lane closures and footpath closures or detours may, at times,
be required. The construction zone will be securely fenced off.
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RELIABLE SERVICE FOR
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180 MILLION
What will the substation look like?
To cater for future demand of Melbourne’s tram network
the Victorian Government has invested over $800 million
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in new RELIABLE
trams and modern infrastructure to revitalise the
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network.
BIGGEST
The substation will have an average footprint of 16m x 5m.
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A tram network for the future
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TRAM DEPOT
TRAM PASSENGERS
TRAMS
this one has been strategically placed to provide power to
nearby routes 96 and 12.
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Tram power upgrades
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STATE-OF-THE-ART
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FACILITY
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RELIABLE
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SERVICE FOR
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180 MILLION
CUSTOMERS
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NEXT
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> Are critical to boosting the capacityTRAMS
of the tram
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network to accommodate future
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in Melbourne
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> Are necessary to support the introduction of the
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YEARLY
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THE BIGGEST
TRAM DEPOT
REDEVELOPMENT
IN MELBOURNE’S
HISTORY
> Installation of prefabricated substation
(approximately March/April 2016)
> Internal fit out and power connection works
> Testing and commissioning
> Architectural treatment, landscaping
and site clean-up
NEW & UPGRADED
INFRASTRUCTURE
> Will ensure a smooth ride for passengers,
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a reliable service and consistent journey times.
1 MONTH
TRANSFORMING
THE HISTORIC PRESTON
WORKSHOPS INTO A
2 MONTHS
2 DAYS
1 MONTH
2 MONTHS
1 MONTHS
Site
preparation
Earth
works
Substation
building
Electrical
works
Testing and
comissioning
Finishing
work
Removal of
vegetation
Preparation
of foundations
Delivery of
prefabricated
building
Electrical
connections
to building
Testing internal
equipment
Architectural
treatment and
site clean-up
STATE-OF-THE-ART
FACILITY
INCREASED RELIABILITY70
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next generation E-Class trams
of the building
TRANSFORMING
THE HISTORIC PRESTON
WORKSHOPS INTO A
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YEARLY
Yarra Trams and PTV will provide advance notification of
activities likely to cause disruption during construction.
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TION
TRAM DEPOT
REDEVELOPMENT
IN MELBOURNE’S
HISTORY
HOME OF
MELBOURNE’S
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IN MELBOURNE’S HISTORY
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180 MILLION
CUSTOMERS
> Pouring of concrete base
> Construction of new cable pits at the front
The scope of works includes:
Work will be predominately carried out weekly from
HISTORIC
Monday to Friday, 7am – 5pm. It is expected the build of the
PRESTON WORKSHOPS
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new
will
TRANSFORMING
INTO
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STATE-OF-THE-ART
however the level of on-site
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FACILITY
with some periods of low activity.
– the landowner, and City of Port Phillip Council who
manage the site area, to ensure visual amenity is a key
consideration in the architectural façade of the structure.
THE BIGGEST
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works will begin on site in February 2016 including
preparation of foundations for the structure and the
construction of conduits.
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RELIABLE
SERVICE FOR
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180 MILLION
TRAM DEPOT
REDEVELOPMENT
Yarra Trams are working closely with
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NEXT
GENERATION
These substations are common across the
network and
What is planned
EarlyPASSENGERS
work commenced on site in January 2016. Earth
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As partYEARLY
of these upgrades, PTV in partnership
with Yarra
REDEVELOPMENT
PASSENGERS
INHOME
MELBOURNE’S
OF
Trams TRAM
is building
a new tram power substation
on the HISTORY
MELBOURNE’S
corner of Albert Road & Ferrars Street, South Melbourne.
Timing
YEARLY TRAM
Site set-up
INCREASED CAPACITY
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180 MILLION
The substation will be housed within a fully enclosed
HISTORIC
containerised
building that will include architectural
PRESTON WORKSHOPS
featuresTRANSFORMING
to minimise visual
INTO A impact and to help the
structureSTATE-OF-THE-ART
blend in with the surrounding environment.
FACILITY
RELIABLE
An architect
was engaged to work closely with
key
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stakeholders
in finalising the design treatment.
BIGGEST
IN MELBOURNE’S HISTORY
RELIABLE SERVICE FOR
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1, 3, 3a, 5
,
16, 64, 6 6, 8
7, 72
YEARLY TRAM
PASSENGERS
REDEVELOPMENT
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Construction
of conduits
7 MONTHS
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Please note that these timeframes are approximate and may change.
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16
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3,3a 7, 72
64, 6
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New
substation
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THE BIGGEST
TRAM DEPOT
IN MELBOURNE’S HISTORY
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96
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REDEVELOPMENT
Artist impression subject to change.
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Timeframes are indicative only and subject to change.