Work has begun on a new tram terminus in East Brunswick, Melbourne, as part of ongoing accessibility upgrades to Route 96.
The new terminus at Blyth Street, East Brunswick, will have two tracks instead of the existing one, and a 33 metre platform that is aimed to improve safety for passengers boarding and alighting.
The work also allows for real-time passenger information, upgraded passenger amenities and improved access to E-Class trams, Yarra Trams said on June 26.
Yarra explained the current tram stop, located south of Blyth Street, experiences high patronage.
“The stop currently functions as a safety zone stop located in the middle of a busy road and the terminus is restricted to one track generating delays to both trams and vehicles,” the operator explained.
“To improve the functionality of the area, the tram stop and terminus will be relocated north of Blyth Street and upgraded with a new level access platform and a dual-track terminus.”
Yarra Trams is looking to make Route 96 Melbourne’s first fully accessible tram line.
“These works are critical to the ongoing improvement of the network and will help cater for future public transport demand,” the company said.