North Shore train station has undergone upgrades and features new car parking spaces, making it easier for commuters to park and travel.
Minister for public transport Ben Carroll said the station now included 200 spaces, accessible car parking, and the installation of 10 new bicycle hoops to the north of the existing car park.
“Catching the train will now be easier and safer for commuters in the growing area north of Geelong,” he said.
“Thanks to our Car Parks for Commuters Program making public transport more accessible and convenient for communities.”
Member for Lara Ella George said the new spaces were a welcome addition to the station’s current 140 parks, with an additional 60 existing parks upgraded as well.
“From investing in car park infrastructure to making regional fares cheaper, we’re getting on with ensuring public transport is accessible for all regional Victorians,” she said.
Lighting and closed-circuit television (CCTV) were also installed at the station for passenger safety, better identifiable signage and landscaping.
The project was delivered by VicTrack, which formed part of the State Government’s Car Parks for Commuters Program and was designed by civil construction company Ace Infrastructure.
The government has delivered 16,000 new and upgraded parking spaces at train stations across the state since 2014 and is on track to provide an additional 5000 new upgraded spaces.
More information about the Car Parks for Commuters Program is available at carparks.vic.gov.au.
