Mar 22, 2019 | Latest News
A plan to cut train travel times to Melbourne and improve services within Gippsland has been welcomed by Federal Member for Gippsland Darren Chester. The local MP said the Federal Government’s announcement of $8 million to fund a business case for fast rail between...
Oct 4, 2018 | Building Community Infrastructure, Latest News
Public consultation has begun in preparation for the new $95 million rail bridge to be built over the Avon River at Stratford. Train travellers and the broader public are invited to provide their views on planning and environmental issues related to construction of...
Jul 2, 2018 | Building Community Infrastructure, Gippsland Rail, Latest News
Early works are progressing for the $530 million Gippsland Rail Line Upgrade, under the $1.75 billion Regional Rail Revival package funded by the Australian and Victorian governments. Deputy Prime Minister and Minister for Infrastructure and Transport Michael...
Sep 21, 2017 | #myvalley, Gippsland Rail, Latest News, Putting Locals First
Gippsland train commuters would substantially benefit from faster rail services if additional tracks or passing loops were provided on the metropolitan corridor between Pakenham and Dandenong, according to the Nationals Member for Gippsland. Darren Chester, who is...
Jul 24, 2017 | #myvalley, Building Community Infrastructure, Building Safer Roads, Gippsland Rail, Latest News
The Federal Government is making a once-in-a-generation investment in landmark infrastructure in Gippsland. That was the message this week for Gippsland business leaders who met The Nationals Member for Gippsland Darren Chester in Traralgon. Mr Chester, who is...
