Ms Spence to ask the Minister for Public Transport —

My constituency question is to the Minister for Public Transport. With significant growth in Melbourne’s outer north, an increasing number of people using our train system and the recent release of the business case for the once-in-a-generation transformative public transport Melbourne Metro project, I ask: how will the Melbourne Metro project expand services for commuters on the Craigieburn line?

RESPONSE:

The $10.9 billion Melbourne Metro is a project for all Victorians, expanding the rail network, increasing capacity and connecting our rail system to some of the state’s key medical, education and commercial precincts for the first time.

Upon completion of Melbourne Metro, commuters on the Craigieburn line will enjoy more frequent and reliable services.

Melbourne Metro creates a new dedicated pathway through the heart of the city for two of our busiest rail lines – Cranbourne/Pakenham and Sunbury – thereby freeing up space in the congested City Loop for more Craigieburn line services.

From the first day of Melbourne Metro operations, an additional 39,000 passengers will be able to travel on Melbourne’s rail network during each peak period.

Around 27,000 of the extra 39,000 passengers will be accommodated on the Craigieburn, Upfield, Frankston, Sandringham, and Werribee lines.

Hon Jacinta Allan MP
Member for Bendigo East
Minister for Public Transport