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In April 2018, the [[Government of Victoria|State Government]] of [[Victoria (Australia)|Victoria]] announced a new extension of the tram network from [[Caulfield, Victoria|Caulfield]].<ref>{{Cite web|url=https://www.premier.vic.gov.au/new-tram-to-connect-citys-south-east/|title=New Tram To Connect City's South-East|date=2018-04-10|website=Premier of Victoria|language=en-US|access-date=2019-02-24}}</ref> The 18 km (11.1 mi) extension would run from Caulfield station to [[Chadstone Shopping Centre|Chadstone]], [[Monash University]], [[Waverley Park]] and [[Rowville, Victoria|Rowville]].<ref name="abc.net.au">{{Cite web|url=https://www.abc.net.au/news/2018-04-10/new-tram-route-for-melbourne-chadstone-clayton/9635720|title=Government plans new tram route for Melbourne's south-east|date=2018-04-10|website=ABC News|language=en-AU|access-date=2019-02-24}}</ref> The state government allocated $3 million to plan the route, which would be constructed in two stages, with the first running from Caulfield to Monash.<ref name="abc.net.au"/><ref>{{Cite web|url=https://www.theage.com.au/politics/victoria/new-tram-line-planned-to-run-from-caulfield-to-rowville-via-chadstone-20180409-p4z8lo.html|title=New tram line planned to run from Caulfield to Rowville via Chadstone|last=Carey|first=Adam|date=2018-04-09|website=The Age|language=en|access-date=2019-02-24}}</ref> This proposal is a light rail alternative to the long-proposed [[Rowville railway line]] project. In the 2018-2019 Federal Budget, the Australian Government committed $475 million to a heavy rail line from Caulfield to Monash University that would run on the same corridor as the light rail proposal.<ref>{{Cite web|url=https://infrastructurepipeline.org/project/caulfield-to-rowville-rail-line/|title=Caulfield to Rowville Rail Line|last=Australia and New Zealand Infrastructure Pipeline|website=Infrastructure Pipeline|language=en-AU|access-date=2019-07-14}}</ref><ref>{{Cite web|url=https://www.theage.com.au/national/victoria/state-government-urged-to-get-on-board-1-billion-monash-express-20180626-p4znvf.html|title=State government urged to get on board $1 billion Monash express|last=Towell|first=Noel|date=2018-06-26|website=The Age|language=en|access-date=2019-07-14}}</ref> |
In April 2018, the [[Government of Victoria|State Government]] of [[Victoria (Australia)|Victoria]] announced a new extension of the tram network from [[Caulfield, Victoria|Caulfield]].<ref>{{Cite web|url=https://www.premier.vic.gov.au/new-tram-to-connect-citys-south-east/|title=New Tram To Connect City's South-East|date=2018-04-10|website=Premier of Victoria|language=en-US|access-date=2019-02-24}}</ref> The 18 km (11.1 mi) extension would run from Caulfield station to [[Chadstone Shopping Centre|Chadstone]], [[Monash University]], [[Waverley Park]] and [[Rowville, Victoria|Rowville]].<ref name="abc.net.au">{{Cite web|url=https://www.abc.net.au/news/2018-04-10/new-tram-route-for-melbourne-chadstone-clayton/9635720|title=Government plans new tram route for Melbourne's south-east|date=2018-04-10|website=ABC News|language=en-AU|access-date=2019-02-24}}</ref> The state government allocated $3 million to plan the route, which would be constructed in two stages, with the first running from Caulfield to Monash.<ref name="abc.net.au"/><ref>{{Cite web|url=https://www.theage.com.au/politics/victoria/new-tram-line-planned-to-run-from-caulfield-to-rowville-via-chadstone-20180409-p4z8lo.html|title=New tram line planned to run from Caulfield to Rowville via Chadstone|last=Carey|first=Adam|date=2018-04-09|website=The Age|language=en|access-date=2019-02-24}}</ref> This proposal is a light rail alternative to the long-proposed [[Rowville railway line]] project. In the 2018-2019 Federal Budget, the Australian Government committed $475 million to a heavy rail line from Caulfield to Monash University that would run on the same corridor as the light rail proposal.<ref>{{Cite web|url=https://infrastructurepipeline.org/project/caulfield-to-rowville-rail-line/|title=Caulfield to Rowville Rail Line|last=Australia and New Zealand Infrastructure Pipeline|website=Infrastructure Pipeline|language=en-AU|access-date=2019-07-14}}</ref><ref>{{Cite web|url=https://www.theage.com.au/national/victoria/state-government-urged-to-get-on-board-1-billion-monash-express-20180626-p4znvf.html|title=State government urged to get on board $1 billion Monash express|last=Towell|first=Noel|date=2018-06-26|website=The Age|language=en|access-date=2019-07-14}}</ref> |
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In 2019, nearby local councils expressed concern that the project had been shelved.<ref>{{Cite web|url=https://www.theage.com.au/national/victoria/fears-caulfield-to-rowville-tram-link-on-ice-20190528-p51rz6.html|title=Fears Caulfield to Rowville tram link on ice|last=Jacks|first=Timna|date=2019-05-29|website=The Age|language=en|access-date=2019-07-14}}</ref> In 2021, Monash University began lobbying the state and federal governments for an alternative [[Bus rapid transit|rapid bus]] plan, using experimental "[[Autonomous Rail Rapid Transit|trackless tram]]" technology.<ref>{{Cite web |last=Jacks |first=Timna |date=2021-11-04 |title=Labor pledges to plan trackless trams in Melbourne's south-east |url=https://www.theage.com.au/politics/victoria/labor-pledges-to-plan-trackless-trams-in-melbourne-s-south-east-20211104-p595ut.html |access-date=2022-04-19 |website=The Age |language=en}}</ref><ref>{{Cite web |title=Caulfield-Rowville Trackless Rapid Transit |url=https://www.monash.edu/industry/caulfield-rowville-trackless-rapid-transit |access-date=2022-04-19 |website=Monash University |language=en}}</ref> In November 2021 the Minister for Transport Infrastructure told state parliament that the government was examining a rapid bus alternative and was working with the federal government to develop a business case.<ref>{{Cite web |last=Jacinta |first=Allan |date=November 2021 |title=Constituency Questions On Notice: Hon Jacinta Allan MP Minister for Transport Infrastructure |url=https://www.parliament.vic.gov.au/questions-database/details/53/12260 |access-date=2022-11-06 |website=www.parliament.vic.gov.au}}</ref> |
In 2019, nearby local councils expressed concern that the project had been shelved.<ref>{{Cite web|url=https://www.theage.com.au/national/victoria/fears-caulfield-to-rowville-tram-link-on-ice-20190528-p51rz6.html|title=Fears Caulfield to Rowville tram link on ice|last=Jacks|first=Timna|date=2019-05-29|website=The Age|language=en|access-date=2019-07-14}}</ref> In 2021, Monash University began lobbying the state and federal governments for an alternative [[Bus rapid transit|rapid bus]] plan, using experimental "[[Autonomous Rail Rapid Transit|trackless tram]]" technology.<ref>{{Cite web |last=Jacks |first=Timna |date=2021-11-04 |title=Labor pledges to plan trackless trams in Melbourne's south-east |url=https://www.theage.com.au/politics/victoria/labor-pledges-to-plan-trackless-trams-in-melbourne-s-south-east-20211104-p595ut.html |access-date=2022-04-19 |website=The Age |language=en}}</ref><ref>{{Cite web |title=Caulfield-Rowville Trackless Rapid Transit |url=https://www.monash.edu/industry/caulfield-rowville-trackless-rapid-transit |access-date=2022-04-19 |website=Monash University |language=en}}</ref> In November 2021, the Minister for Transport Infrastructure told state parliament that the government was examining a rapid bus alternative and was working with the federal government to develop a business case.<ref>{{Cite web |last=Jacinta |first=Allan |date=November 2021 |title=Constituency Questions On Notice: Hon Jacinta Allan MP Minister for Transport Infrastructure |url=https://www.parliament.vic.gov.au/questions-database/details/53/12260 |access-date=2022-11-06 |website=www.parliament.vic.gov.au}}</ref> |
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As of {{CURRENTYEAR}}, no further state government announcements have been made about the proposal. |
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=== Trams routes to Fishermans Bend === |
=== Trams routes to Fishermans Bend === |
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State and local governments have also proposed the extension of Route 48 from its current terminus at Victoria Harbour in [[Melbourne Docklands|Docklands]] across the [[Yarra River]] and into the [[Fishermans Bend, Victoria|Fishermans Bend]] precinct, a future major urban renewal area.<ref>{{cite news|url=http://www.theage.com.au/victoria/train-stations-treelined-boulevards-mooted-for-fishermans-bend-20130916-2ttux.html|title=Train stations, tree-lined boulevards mooted for Fishermans Bend|last=Cook|first=Henrietta|date=16 September 2013|newspaper=The Age|accessdate=14 April 2014}}</ref> It would require the construction of a new tram-only bridge and generally follow the path of Fennell and Plummer Streets. The tram extension is proposed as an interim solution to connect Fishermans Bend residents to the CBD via mass transit until the metropolitan railway network can be extended with new underground stations. The proposed bridge has faced some opposition from local groups and residents, whom fear it will destroy a local park and prevent tall boats from mooring at a nearby marina and travelling upstream.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.docklandsnews.com.au/editions/article/yarras-edge-tram-bridge-outrage_9122/|title=Yarra's Edge tram bridge outrage|date=1 October 2013|publisher=Docklands News|accessdate=14 April 2014}}</ref> The bridge has been costed by the State Government at over $200 million.<ref>{{cite news|url=https://www.heraldsun.com.au/news/victoria/tram-bridge-over-yarra-to-link-docklands-with-fishermans-bend-to-cost-more-than-200m/news-story/f7bb09e6441617571507bcdb8a769066|title=Tram bridge over Yarra to link Docklands with Fishermans Bend to cost more than $200m|last=Masanauskas|first=John|date=29 April 2013|newspaper=Herald Sun|accessdate=14 April 2014}}</ref> |
State and local governments have also proposed the extension of Route 48 from its current terminus at Victoria Harbour in [[Melbourne Docklands|Docklands]] across the [[Yarra River]] and into the [[Fishermans Bend, Victoria|Fishermans Bend]] precinct, a future major urban renewal area.<ref>{{cite news|url=http://www.theage.com.au/victoria/train-stations-treelined-boulevards-mooted-for-fishermans-bend-20130916-2ttux.html|title=Train stations, tree-lined boulevards mooted for Fishermans Bend|last=Cook|first=Henrietta|date=16 September 2013|newspaper=The Age|accessdate=14 April 2014}}</ref> It would require the construction of a new tram-only bridge and generally follow the path of Fennell and Plummer Streets. The tram extension is proposed as an interim solution to connect Fishermans Bend residents to the CBD via mass transit until the metropolitan railway network can be extended with new underground stations. The proposed bridge has faced some opposition from local groups and residents, whom fear it will destroy a local park and prevent tall boats from mooring at a nearby marina and travelling upstream.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.docklandsnews.com.au/editions/article/yarras-edge-tram-bridge-outrage_9122/|title=Yarra's Edge tram bridge outrage|date=1 October 2013|publisher=Docklands News|accessdate=14 April 2014}}</ref> The bridge has been costed by the State Government at over $200 million.<ref>{{cite news|url=https://www.heraldsun.com.au/news/victoria/tram-bridge-over-yarra-to-link-docklands-with-fishermans-bend-to-cost-more-than-200m/news-story/f7bb09e6441617571507bcdb8a769066|title=Tram bridge over Yarra to link Docklands with Fishermans Bend to cost more than $200m|last=Masanauskas|first=John|date=29 April 2013|newspaper=Herald Sun|accessdate=14 April 2014}}</ref> |
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The State Government released a Framework for Fishermans Bend in October 2018 that proposed two new tram routes through the area: one running through the new suburbs of Sandridge and Wirraway along Plummer Street, and the other running through Lorimer and the Employment Precinct along Turner Street.<ref>{{Cite web|url=https://www.fishermansbend.vic.gov.au/__data/assets/pdf_file/0024/393432/Fishermans-Bend-Framework.pdf|title=Fishermans Bend Framework|last=Victorian State Government|date=October 2018}}</ref> The Framework gives a 'medium term' delivery timeframe of 2020–2025, while Infrastructure Australia also identified the project as a 'medium term' priority.<ref>{{Cite web|url=https://infrastructurepipeline.org/project/fishermans-bend-tram-link/|title=Project: Fishermans Bend Tram Link|website=Infrastructure Pipeline|language=en-AU|access-date=2019-07-14}}</ref> The 2019-2020 state budget allocated $4.5 million to plan the tram routes to Fishermans Bend and develop a preliminary business case for the project.<ref>{{Cite web|url=https://transport.vic.gov.au:443/getting-around/public-transport/fishermans-bend-tram|title=Fishermans Bend tram|last=Department of Economic Development|first=Jobs|website=transport.vic.gov.au|language=en-au|access-date=2019-07-14}}</ref> |
The State Government released a Framework for Fishermans Bend in October 2018 that proposed two new tram routes through the area: one running through the new suburbs of Sandridge and Wirraway along Plummer Street, and the other running through Lorimer and the Employment Precinct along Turner Street.<ref>{{Cite web|url=https://www.fishermansbend.vic.gov.au/__data/assets/pdf_file/0024/393432/Fishermans-Bend-Framework.pdf|title=Fishermans Bend Framework|last=Victorian State Government|date=October 2018}}</ref> The Framework gives a 'medium term' delivery timeframe of 2020–2025, while Infrastructure Australia also identified the project as a 'medium term' priority.<ref>{{Cite web|url=https://infrastructurepipeline.org/project/fishermans-bend-tram-link/|title=Project: Fishermans Bend Tram Link|website=Infrastructure Pipeline|language=en-AU|access-date=2019-07-14}}</ref> The 2019-2020 state budget allocated $4.5 million to plan the tram routes to Fishermans Bend and develop a preliminary business case for the project.<ref>{{Cite web|url=https://transport.vic.gov.au:443/getting-around/public-transport/fishermans-bend-tram|title=Fishermans Bend tram|last=Department of Economic Development|first=Jobs|website=transport.vic.gov.au|language=en-au|access-date=2019-07-14}}</ref> |
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As of {{CURRENTYEAR}}, no further state government announcements have been made about the proposals. |
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== Proposals == |
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== Other proposals == |
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=== Route 3 to Chadstone === |
=== Route 3 to Chadstone === |
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[[File:Route 3 extension map.png|thumb|250px|Map of a proposed route 3 extension.]] |
[[File:Route 3 extension map.png|thumb|250px|Map of a proposed route 3 extension.]] |
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In 2005, the [[Public Transport Users Association]] (PTUA) proposed for an extension of [[Melbourne tram route 3|Route 3]] from [[East Malvern]].<ref name=":0">{{Cite web|url=https://www.ptua.org.au/news/2005/PTUA_Five_year_plan_20051115.pdf|title=Five Years Closer to 2020: A Plan to Get Transport Back on Track|last=Public Transport Users Association|date=November 2005}}</ref> It would run from its current terminus to [[East Malvern railway station]], before continuing until it reaches [[Chadstone Shopping Centre]]. It would provide Chadstone with some form of rail link, also connecting it directly to a railway station. |
In 2005, the [[Public Transport Users Association]] (PTUA) proposed for an extension of [[Melbourne tram route 3|Route 3]] from [[East Malvern]].<ref name=":0">{{Cite web|url=https://www.ptua.org.au/news/2005/PTUA_Five_year_plan_20051115.pdf|title=Five Years Closer to 2020: A Plan to Get Transport Back on Track|last=Public Transport Users Association|date=November 2005}}</ref> It would run from its current terminus to [[East Malvern railway station]], before continuing until it reaches [[Chadstone Shopping Centre]]. It would provide Chadstone with some form of rail link, also connecting it directly to a railway station. |
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=== Route 5 to Darling station === |
=== Route 5 to Darling station === |
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The extension from [[Malvern, Victoria|Malvern]] of [[Melbourne tram route 5|route 5]] has been proposed by the PTUA and the Rail Futures Institute.<ref>{{Cite web|url=https://www.ptua.org.au/policy/network/|title=Policies: Extending Melbourne's network – Public Transport Users Association (Victoria, Australia)|language=en-AU|access-date=2019-02-24}}</ref><ref name=":1">{{Cite web|url=http://www.railfutures.org.au/wp-content/uploads/2018/09/MRP2050brochure.pdf|title=The Melbourne Rail Plan 2019-2050|last=Rail Futures Institute|date=September 2018}}</ref> It would run from its current terminus to [[Darling railway station]] and Darling Village. |
The extension from [[Malvern, Victoria|Malvern]] of [[Melbourne tram route 5|route 5]] has been proposed by the PTUA and the Rail Futures Institute.<ref>{{Cite web|url=https://www.ptua.org.au/policy/network/|title=Policies: Extending Melbourne's network – Public Transport Users Association (Victoria, Australia)|language=en-AU|access-date=2019-02-24}}</ref><ref name=":1">{{Cite web|url=http://www.railfutures.org.au/wp-content/uploads/2018/09/MRP2050brochure.pdf|title=The Melbourne Rail Plan 2019-2050|last=Rail Futures Institute|date=September 2018}}</ref> It would run from its current terminus to [[Darling railway station]] and Darling Village. |
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=== Route 6 to Ashburton === |
=== Route 6 to Ashburton === |
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In response to the State Government's 2001 [[Melbourne 2030|Melbourne 2030 planning policy]], the PTUA lobbied to extend [[Melbourne tram route 6|tram route 6]] from its current terminus at [[Glen Iris railway station]] to [[Ashburton railway station, Melbourne|Ashburton railway station]].<ref name=":2">{{Citation| url=http://www.ptua.org.au/files/2006/The_Real_Transport_Challenges.pdf | work=[[Public Transport Users Association]] | title=The Real Transport Challenges: A Call for a Vision| page = 56 | accessdate=2011-11-03}}</ref> It would require an extra 2.2 km of track extending over the [[Monash Freeway]], continuing along High Street until reaching the level crossing. |
In response to the State Government's 2001 [[Melbourne 2030|Melbourne 2030 planning policy]], the PTUA lobbied to extend [[Melbourne tram route 6|tram route 6]] from its current terminus at [[Glen Iris railway station]] to [[Ashburton railway station, Melbourne|Ashburton railway station]].<ref name=":2">{{Citation| url=http://www.ptua.org.au/files/2006/The_Real_Transport_Challenges.pdf | work=[[Public Transport Users Association]] | title=The Real Transport Challenges: A Call for a Vision| page = 56 | accessdate=2011-11-03}}</ref> It would require an extra 2.2 km of track extending over the [[Monash Freeway]], continuing along High Street until reaching the level crossing. |
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=== Route 11 to Reservoir === |
=== Route 11 to Reservoir === |
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=== Route 16 to Kew Junction === |
=== Route 16 to Kew Junction === |
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The PTUA proposed extending the route of [[Melbourne tram route 16|Route 16]] with the tram continuing left at the corner of Cotham and Glenferrie Roads, following the current [[Melbourne tram route 109|Route 109]] for 800m to the west before terminating at the [[Kew Junction]].<ref name=":2" /> This would allow interchange with Route 48 trams and the 200 and 207 buses via Johnston Street. Little infrastructure would be required, as the tracks are already in place. |
The PTUA proposed extending the route of [[Melbourne tram route 16|Route 16]] with the tram continuing left at the corner of Cotham and Glenferrie Roads, following the current [[Melbourne tram route 109|Route 109]] for 800m to the west before terminating at the [[Kew Junction]].<ref name=":2" /> This would allow interchange with Route 48 trams and the 200 and 207 buses via Johnston Street. Little infrastructure would be required, as the tracks are already in place. |
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=== Route 19 to Gowrie Station === |
=== Route 19 to Gowrie Station === |
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In the lead up to the [[2014 Victorian state election|2014 State election]], the [[Australian Greens Victoria|Greens]] proposed extending route 19 from its current terminus at Bakers Road, North Coburg for a length of 3.7 km passing [[Merlynston railway station|Merlynston Station]], [[Fawkner railway station|Fawkner Station]] and ending with a new terminus outside [[Gowrie railway station|Gowrie Station]].<ref>{{cite web|url=http://greens.org.au/initiatives/vic/fill-missing-tram-links|title=Fill Missing Tram Links|last=|first=|date=2014|website=|publisher=The Greens - Australia|access-date=30 June 2016}}</ref> In 2018, the Rail Futures Institute called for a similar extension to Merlynston Station.<ref name=":1" /> |
In the lead up to the [[2014 Victorian state election|2014 State election]], the [[Australian Greens Victoria|Greens]] proposed extending route 19 from its current terminus at Bakers Road, North Coburg for a length of 3.7 km passing [[Merlynston railway station|Merlynston Station]], [[Fawkner railway station|Fawkner Station]] and ending with a new terminus outside [[Gowrie railway station|Gowrie Station]].<ref>{{cite web|url=http://greens.org.au/initiatives/vic/fill-missing-tram-links|title=Fill Missing Tram Links|last=|first=|date=2014|website=|publisher=The Greens - Australia|access-date=30 June 2016}}</ref> In 2018, the Rail Futures Institute called for a similar extension to Merlynston Station.<ref name=":1" /> |
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=== Route 48 to Doncaster === |
=== Route 48 to Doncaster === |
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[[File:Route 48 extension map.png|thumb|250px|Map of the proposed route 48 extension, including two potential termini.]] |
[[File:Route 48 extension map.png|thumb|250px|Map of the proposed route 48 extension, including two potential termini.]] |
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The PTUA,<ref>{{cite web|title=Policies: Extending Melbourne's network|url=http://www.ptua.org.au/policy/network/|publisher=Public Transport Users Association|accessdate=25 August 2014}}</ref> [[City of Boroondara]],<ref>{{cite web|title=Mayor pushes Balwyn tram extension|url=http://www.theweeklyreviewboroondara.com.au/story/1156796/mayor-pushes-balwyn-tram-extension/|publisher=Weekly Review Boroondara|accessdate=25 August 2014|url-status=dead|archiveurl=https://archive.today/20130630205059/http://www.theweeklyreviewboroondara.com.au/story/1156796/mayor-pushes-balwyn-tram-extension/|archivedate=30 June 2013}}</ref> [[City of Manningham]]<ref>{{cite web|title=Councils plead to fill gaps in transport network|url=http://www.theage.com.au/news/national/councils-plead-to-fill-gaps-in-transport-network/2007/07/15/1184438148723.html|publisher=The Age|accessdate=25 August 2014}}</ref> and [[City of Yarra]]<ref>{{cite web|title=Doncaster Rail Study Phase 1 Recommendations Report (Draft): Submission by Yarra Council|url=http://www.yarracity.vic.gov.au/DownloadDocument.ashx?DocumentID=9062|website=City of Yarra|publisher=Yarra City Council|accessdate=28 March 2016}}</ref> have advocated for an extension of [[Melbourne tram route 48|Route 48]] to Doncaster as a cheaper and more efficient alternative to the proposed [[Doncaster railway line]].<ref>{{cite web|title=Doncaster Rail Study Phase One Recommendations Report|url=http://www.doncasterhill.com/sites/default/files/news/Council's%20submission%20Draft%20Doncaster%20Rail%20Study%20Phase%20One%20Recommendations%20Report.pdf|website=Doncaster Hill|publisher=Manningham City Council|accessdate=28 March 2016}}</ref> The 4-kilometre extension would be a continuation of the route along [[Doncaster Road]] past Greythorn Village, Doncaster Park and Ride with a terminus at [[Westfield Doncaster]] or possibly the mc2 community facility in [[Doncaster Hill]]. |
The PTUA,<ref>{{cite web|title=Policies: Extending Melbourne's network|url=http://www.ptua.org.au/policy/network/|publisher=Public Transport Users Association|accessdate=25 August 2014}}</ref> [[City of Boroondara]],<ref>{{cite web|title=Mayor pushes Balwyn tram extension|url=http://www.theweeklyreviewboroondara.com.au/story/1156796/mayor-pushes-balwyn-tram-extension/|publisher=Weekly Review Boroondara|accessdate=25 August 2014|url-status=dead|archiveurl=https://archive.today/20130630205059/http://www.theweeklyreviewboroondara.com.au/story/1156796/mayor-pushes-balwyn-tram-extension/|archivedate=30 June 2013}}</ref> [[City of Manningham]]<ref>{{cite web|title=Councils plead to fill gaps in transport network|date=16 July 2007 |url=http://www.theage.com.au/news/national/councils-plead-to-fill-gaps-in-transport-network/2007/07/15/1184438148723.html|publisher=The Age|accessdate=25 August 2014}}</ref> and [[City of Yarra]]<ref>{{cite web|title=Doncaster Rail Study Phase 1 Recommendations Report (Draft): Submission by Yarra Council|url=http://www.yarracity.vic.gov.au/DownloadDocument.ashx?DocumentID=9062|website=City of Yarra|publisher=Yarra City Council|accessdate=28 March 2016}}</ref> have advocated for an extension of [[Melbourne tram route 48|Route 48]] to Doncaster as a cheaper and more efficient alternative to the proposed [[Doncaster railway line]].<ref>{{cite web|title=Doncaster Rail Study Phase One Recommendations Report|url=http://www.doncasterhill.com/sites/default/files/news/Council's%20submission%20Draft%20Doncaster%20Rail%20Study%20Phase%20One%20Recommendations%20Report.pdf|website=Doncaster Hill|publisher=Manningham City Council|accessdate=28 March 2016}}</ref> The 4-kilometre extension would be a continuation of the route along [[Doncaster Road]] past Greythorn Village, Doncaster Park and Ride with a terminus at [[Westfield Doncaster]] or possibly the mc2 community facility in [[Doncaster Hill]]. |
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The extension was first proposed in the mid-1940s, soon after the tram route was extended to its present-day terminus at Balwyn Road. The then-[[City of Camberwell]] made the proposal formally to the Tramways Board in 1945, but the project was not pursued.<ref>{{cite web|title=Tram Extensions Urged|url=http://trove.nla.gov.au/newspaper/article/1099401|website=Trove|publisher=The Argus|accessdate=28 March 2016}}</ref> |
The extension was first proposed in the mid-1940s, soon after the tram route was extended to its present-day terminus at Balwyn Road. The then-[[City of Camberwell]] made the proposal formally to the Tramways Board in 1945, but the project was not pursued.<ref>{{cite web|title=Tram Extensions Urged|url=http://trove.nla.gov.au/newspaper/article/1099401|website=Trove|publisher=The Argus|accessdate=28 March 2016}}</ref> |
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In 2006, the Liberal opposition under [[Ted Baillieu]] promised the extension by 1 July 2010 if he was to win office in the next election, pricing it at $35 million.<ref>{{cite web|title=A Liberal government plan to improve Public Transport |url=http://www.vic.liberal.org.au/documents/public%20transport%20policy%20(cover).pdf |publisher=Victorian Liberal Party |accessdate=27 December 2012 |archiveurl=https://web.archive.org/web/20070721224306/http://www.vic.liberal.org.au/documents/public%20transport%20policy%20(cover).pdf |archivedate=July 21, 2007 }}</ref><ref>{{cite news|last=Warner|first=Michael|title=$35m line on trams|url=http://www.heraldsun.com.au/news/victoria/m-line-on-trams/story-e6frf7kx-1111112492565|accessdate=27 December 2012|newspaper=Herald Sun|date=9 November 2006|archive-url=https://archive. |
In 2006, the Liberal opposition under [[Ted Baillieu]] promised the extension by 1 July 2010 if he was to win office in the next election, pricing it at $35 million.<ref>{{cite web|title=A Liberal government plan to improve Public Transport |url=http://www.vic.liberal.org.au/documents/public%20transport%20policy%20(cover).pdf |publisher=Victorian Liberal Party |accessdate=27 December 2012 |archiveurl=https://web.archive.org/web/20070721224306/http://www.vic.liberal.org.au/documents/public%20transport%20policy%20(cover).pdf |archivedate=July 21, 2007 }}</ref><ref>{{cite news|last=Warner|first=Michael|title=$35m line on trams|url=http://www.heraldsun.com.au/news/victoria/m-line-on-trams/story-e6frf7kx-1111112492565|accessdate=27 December 2012|newspaper=Herald Sun|date=9 November 2006|archive-url=https://archive.today/20130115021123/http://www.heraldsun.com.au/news/victoria/m-line-on-trams/story-e6frf7kx-1111112492565|archive-date=2013-01-15|url-status=dead}}</ref> It was stated that there would have been about two accessible stops every kilometre, similar to the recent Box Hill tram extension. The Labor Government held onto power, and the extension was not built, even when the Liberals later won office in 2010. |
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A study commissioned by Manningham Council argued that the steep gradient on Doncaster Road would preclude current rolling stock from operating safely on Doncaster Road. The report also suggested that extra trams would need to be purchased to address the issue. The report was never released, but the PTUA and other groups criticised its public findings, contending that steeper gradients are present across the existing network, such as Burke Road in [[Camberwell]] and along the [[Burwood Highway]].<ref>{{cite web|title=PTUA News - July 2010|url=http://www.ptua.org.au/files/newsletters/2010/201007.pdf|publisher=Public Transport Users Association|accessdate=28 March 2016}}</ref> The Labor state government in 2016 said it would not fund the extension.<ref>{{cite news|last1=Chisholm|first1=Anna|title=Labor fails to back extension of tram route 48 from North Balwyn to Doncaster Hill|url=http://www.heraldsun.com.au/news/victoria-state-election-2014/labor-fails-to-back-extension-of-tram-route-48-from-north-balwyn-to-doncaster-hill/news-story/ef66b4ae64f570818aca4e5eb7321555?nk=231619966398941d7bf37edf431b96a2-1459140837|accessdate=28 March 2016|work=Manningham Leader|date=12 November 2014}}</ref> |
A study commissioned by Manningham Council argued that the steep gradient on Doncaster Road would preclude current rolling stock from operating safely on Doncaster Road. The report also suggested that extra trams would need to be purchased to address the issue. The report was never released, but the PTUA and other groups criticised its public findings, contending that steeper gradients are present across the existing network, such as Burke Road in [[Camberwell]] and along the [[Burwood Highway]].<ref>{{cite web|title=PTUA News - July 2010|url=http://www.ptua.org.au/files/newsletters/2010/201007.pdf|publisher=Public Transport Users Association|accessdate=28 March 2016}}</ref> The Labor state government in 2016 said it would not fund the extension.<ref>{{cite news|last1=Chisholm|first1=Anna|title=Labor fails to back extension of tram route 48 from North Balwyn to Doncaster Hill|url=http://www.heraldsun.com.au/news/victoria-state-election-2014/labor-fails-to-back-extension-of-tram-route-48-from-north-balwyn-to-doncaster-hill/news-story/ef66b4ae64f570818aca4e5eb7321555?nk=231619966398941d7bf37edf431b96a2-1459140837|accessdate=28 March 2016|work=Manningham Leader|date=12 November 2014}}</ref> |
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During the [[2022 Victorian state election|2022 election campaign]] the Liberal opposition under [[Matthew Guy]] committed to the extension, estimating the cost to be $102 million.<ref>{{Cite web |last=Guy |first=Matthew |date=2022-10-15 |title=Extending Route 48 tram to Doncaster |url=https://www.matthewguy.com.au/media-releases/2022-10-16-extending-route-48-tram-to-doncaster?topic=transport-infrastructure |url-status=live |archive-url=https://archive. |
During the [[2022 Victorian state election|2022 election campaign]] the Liberal opposition under [[Matthew Guy]] committed to the extension, estimating the cost to be $102 million.<ref>{{Cite web |last=Guy |first=Matthew |date=2022-10-15 |title=Extending Route 48 tram to Doncaster |url=https://www.matthewguy.com.au/media-releases/2022-10-16-extending-route-48-tram-to-doncaster?topic=transport-infrastructure |url-status=live |archive-url=https://archive.today/20221104070049/https://www.matthewguy.com.au/media-releases/2022-10-16-extending-route-48-tram-to-doncaster?topic=transport-infrastructure |archive-date=2022-11-04 |access-date=2022-11-04 |website=www.matthewguy.com.au}}</ref> |
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=== Route 57 to East Keilor === |
=== Route 57 to East Keilor === |
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In the lead up to the [[2014 Victorian state election|2014 State election]], the [[Australian Greens Victoria|Greens]] proposed extending [[Melbourne tram route 57|Route 57]] for 5.5 km from its current terminus in Maribyrnong along Canning Street and Milleara Road before reaching a new terminus at the [[Keilor East, Victoria|Keilor East]] shopping precinct.<ref name=":3">{{Cite web|url=https://greens.org.au/sites/greens.org.au/files/Vic_Greens_Connecting_Melbourne%27s_Trams_backgrounder.pdf|title=Connecting Melbourne's Trams: The Greens' Plan for Tram Route Extensions|last=Victorian Greens|date=2014}}</ref> In 2018, the Rail Futures Institute called for a similar extension of the route to Lower Avondale Heights.<ref name=":1" /> |
In the lead up to the [[2014 Victorian state election|2014 State election]], the [[Australian Greens Victoria|Greens]] proposed extending [[Melbourne tram route 57|Route 57]] for 5.5 km from its current terminus in Maribyrnong along Canning Street and Milleara Road before reaching a new terminus at the [[Keilor East, Victoria|Keilor East]] shopping precinct.<ref name=":3">{{Cite web|url=https://greens.org.au/sites/greens.org.au/files/Vic_Greens_Connecting_Melbourne%27s_Trams_backgrounder.pdf|title=Connecting Melbourne's Trams: The Greens' Plan for Tram Route Extensions|last=Victorian Greens|date=2014}}</ref> In 2018, the Rail Futures Institute called for a similar extension of the route to Lower Avondale Heights.<ref name=":1" /> |
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=== Route 58 to Hartwell === |
=== Route 58 to Hartwell === |
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The PTUA has proposed a continuation of [[Melbourne tram route 58|Route 58]] from its current terminus east down Toorak Road, terminating near to where it would join the current [[Melbourne tram route 75|Route 75]] and the [[Alamein railway line|Alamein train line]] at [[Hartwell railway station|Hartwell station]].<ref name=":0" /> It would cover just over 4 km. |
The PTUA has proposed a continuation of [[Melbourne tram route 58|Route 58]] from its current terminus east down Toorak Road, terminating near to where it would join the current [[Melbourne tram route 75|Route 75]] and the [[Alamein railway line|Alamein train line]] at [[Hartwell railway station|Hartwell station]].<ref name=":0" /> It would cover just over 4 km. |
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=== Route 59 to Melbourne Airport === |
=== Route 59 to Melbourne Airport === |
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In 2018, the Rail Futures Institute proposed an extension of [[Melbourne tram route 59|Route 59]] to [[Melbourne Airport]] in Tullamarine alongside a rapid [[Melbourne Airport rail link|airport rail link]], primarily as a commuting service for airport workers.<ref name=":1" /> |
In 2018, the Rail Futures Institute proposed an extension of [[Melbourne tram route 59|Route 59]] to [[Melbourne Airport]] in Tullamarine alongside a rapid [[Melbourne Airport rail link|airport rail link]], primarily as a commuting service for airport workers.<ref name=":1" /> |
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=== Route 67 to Carnegie station === |
=== Route 67 to Carnegie station === |
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The PTUA and the Rail Futures Institute have both proposed a continuation of [[Melbourne tram route 67|Route 67]] from its current terminus north up Koornang Road, terminating at [[Carnegie railway station]] and passing through Carnegie shopping strip.<ref name=":1" /><ref name=":2" /> It would cover just 900 metres and become a modal interchange. |
The PTUA and the Rail Futures Institute have both proposed a continuation of [[Melbourne tram route 67|Route 67]] from its current terminus north up Koornang Road, terminating at [[Carnegie railway station]] and passing through Carnegie shopping strip.<ref name=":1" /><ref name=":2" /> It would cover just 900 metres and become a modal interchange. |
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=== Route 75 to Knox === |
=== Route 75 to Knox === |
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During the 2022 state election the Liberal opposition party promised $134 million to extend route 75 5.1km to Westfield Knox, although the party said the line could be delivered as a rapid bus line instead of a tram.<ref name=":4">{{Cite web |last=Nick |first=Wakeling |date=November 2022 |title=Press release: $134 million to extend the Route 75 tram to Westfield Knox. |url=https://www.nickwakeling.com.au/publications/134-million-to-extend-the-route-75-tram-to-westfield-knox- |access-date=2022-11-06 |website=www.nickwakeling.com.au}}</ref> The party promised a study to investigate higher-capacity public transport to [[Upper Ferntree Gully, Victoria|Upper Ferntree Gully]], and along Mountain Highway to [[Bayswater, Victoria|Bayswater]].<ref name=":4" /> |
During the 2022 state election the Liberal opposition party promised $134 million to extend route 75 5.1km to Westfield Knox, although the party said the line could be delivered as a rapid bus line instead of a tram.<ref name=":4">{{Cite web |last=Nick |first=Wakeling |date=November 2022 |title=Press release: $134 million to extend the Route 75 tram to Westfield Knox. |url=https://www.nickwakeling.com.au/publications/134-million-to-extend-the-route-75-tram-to-westfield-knox- |access-date=2022-11-06 |website=www.nickwakeling.com.au}}</ref> The party promised a study to investigate higher-capacity public transport to [[Upper Ferntree Gully, Victoria|Upper Ferntree Gully]], and along Mountain Highway to [[Bayswater, Victoria|Bayswater]].<ref name=":4" /> |
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=== Route 75 to Footscray === |
=== Route 75 to Footscray === |
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[[Melbourne City Council|Melbourne]] and [[Maribyrnong City Council]]s have advocated for a new tram link between the CBD and [[Footscray, Victoria|Footscray]]. The commonly cited route would be to extend [[Melbourne tram route 75|Route 75]] tram tracks from their current terminus near Harbour Town in [[Melbourne Docklands|Docklands]] along the median of Footscray Road, acting as a light rail with minimal stops, before crossing the [[Maribyrnong River]] into Napier Street. From here it is possible the tram could terminate at [[Footscray railway station]] by turning right at Hyde Street, or following Whitehall and Hopkins Streets to rejoin [[Melbourne tram route 82|Route 82]] as one long route. |
[[Melbourne City Council|Melbourne]] and [[Maribyrnong City Council]]s have advocated for a new tram link between the CBD and [[Footscray, Victoria|Footscray]]. The commonly cited route would be to extend [[Melbourne tram route 75|Route 75]] tram tracks from their current terminus near Harbour Town in [[Melbourne Docklands|Docklands]] along the median of Footscray Road, acting as a light rail with minimal stops, before crossing the [[Maribyrnong River]] into Napier Street. From here it is possible the tram could terminate at [[Footscray railway station]] by turning right at Hyde Street, or following Whitehall and Hopkins Streets to rejoin [[Melbourne tram route 82|Route 82]] as one long route. |
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=== Route 86 to South Morang === |
=== Route 86 to South Morang === |
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The [[City of Whittlesea]]'s 2016 Future Transport Plan called for an extension to the Route 86 tram as a 'very high' priority.<ref>{{Cite web|url=https://www.whittlesea.vic.gov.au/media/3074/road-and-public-transport-plan-2017.pdf|title=Road and Public Transport Plan|last=City of Whittlesea|date=2016}}</ref> The council proposed an extension of the route from its current terminus at University Hill near Bundoora's [[RMIT University|RMIT]] Campus to the Plenty Valley Town Centre in South Morang. This proposal included a stop at [[South Morang railway station|South Morang station]]. Other local plans have included going to [[Hawkstowe railway station|Hawkstowe station]] and even as far as [[Doreen, Victoria|Doreen]] via [[Mernda]].<ref>https://www.planning.vic.gov.au/resource-library/incorporated-documents/whittlesea/wsea-NPS1-Plenty-Valley-Strategic-Plan.PDF {{Bare URL PDF|date=March 2022}}</ref> |
The [[City of Whittlesea]]'s 2016 Future Transport Plan called for an extension to the Route 86 tram as a 'very high' priority.<ref>{{Cite web|url=https://www.whittlesea.vic.gov.au/media/3074/road-and-public-transport-plan-2017.pdf|title=Road and Public Transport Plan|last=City of Whittlesea|date=2016}}</ref> The council proposed an extension of the route from its current terminus at University Hill near Bundoora's [[RMIT University|RMIT]] Campus to the Plenty Valley Town Centre in South Morang. This proposal included a stop at [[South Morang railway station|South Morang station]]. Other local plans have included going to [[Hawkstowe railway station|Hawkstowe station]] and even as far as [[Doreen, Victoria|Doreen]] via [[Mernda]].<ref>https://www.planning.vic.gov.au/resource-library/incorporated-documents/whittlesea/wsea-NPS1-Plenty-Valley-Strategic-Plan.PDF {{Bare URL PDF|date=March 2022}}{{Dead link|date=April 2024|fix-attempted=yes}}</ref> |
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Leading up to the [[2013 Australian federal election]], the [[Australian Greens]] proposed the creation of a new east–west route between [[North Richmond railway station|North Richmond]] and [[North Melbourne railway station]]s.<ref name=greensproposal>{{cite web|title=Fixing Melbourne's Transport|url=http://d3n8a8pro7vhmx.cloudfront.net/melbourne/pages/1289/attachments/original/1377819413/130829_Melbourne_Transport_Final.pdf?1377819413|publisher=Australian Greens|accessdate=22 April 2014|author=Adam Bandt|date=29 August 2013}}</ref> It would travel along Victoria Street/Parade for most of its route, before diverting south in the west to terminate in front of North Melbourne station. Most of the route is currently used for other lines, such as [[Melbourne tram route 109|Route 109]] between St Vincents Plaza and North Richmond Station and [[Melbourne tram route 57|Route 57]] between Errol Street and Elizabeth Street. Tram tracks currently exist on some sections of Victoria St, but are unused and in disrepair. The Rail Futures Institute proposed similar routes along Victoria Street/Parade in 2018.<ref name=":1" /> |
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Leading up to the [[2013 Australian federal election]], a {{convert|5|km|mi|abbr=off}} east–west tram route on [[Victoria Street, Melbourne|Victoria Street/Victoria Parade]] dubbed the ''East–West Light Rail'' was proposed by the [[Australian Greens]].<ref name=greensproposal>{{cite web|title=Fixing Melbourne's Transport|url=http://d3n8a8pro7vhmx.cloudfront.net/melbourne/pages/1289/attachments/original/1377819413/130829_Melbourne_Transport_Final.pdf?1377819413|publisher=Australian Greens|accessdate=22 April 2014|author=Adam Bandt|date=29 August 2013}}</ref> This proposed link would run along the entire northern perimeter of the [[Hoddle Grid|Melbourne CBD]] and connect [[North Richmond railway station|North Richmond]] and [[North Melbourne railway station|North Melbourne]] train stations. |
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Only two major sections of track would need to be built as 84% of the track between North Richmond station and Errol Street, North Melbourne already exists. These two sections would be an {{convert|800|m|mi|sigfig=1|abbr=on}} section to connect the tram tracks already existing on Victoria Street from its intersection with Spring Street to its intersection with Swanston Street, and a {{convert|900|m|mi|sigfig=1|abbr=on}} extension from Errol Street to North Melbourne station. In fact, except for the aforementioned 800 m gap, two existing tram routes run along the entire distance from North Richmond station to Errol Street already: [[Melbourne tram route 109|route 109]] (which runs along Victoria Parade between North Richmond Station and [[St Vincent's Plaza tram stop|St Vincent's Plaza]]) and [[Melbourne tram route 57|route 57]] (which runs along Victoria Street between Elizabeth Street and Errol Street). |
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In 2018, the [https://www.railfutures.org.au/ Rail Futures Institute] proposed many new tram routes, including some that would also require the connection of the currently unconnected tram tracks on Victoria Street in the CBD.<ref name=":1" /> |
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=== New Port Melbourne to St Kilda route === |
=== New Port Melbourne to St Kilda route === |
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A 5 km tram link between St Kilda and Port Melbourne along Beaconsfield Parade was first proposed in 2004,<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.theage.com.au/articles/2004/10/13/1097607297345.html?from=storylhs |title=Rattling good vistas guaranteed - National |website=Theage.com.au |date= |accessdate=2017-02-27}}</ref><ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.theage.com.au/articles/2004/10/24/1098556292410.html?from=storylhs |title=Cable car option for beachside transport - National |website=Theage.com.au |date= |accessdate=2017-02-27}}</ref> subsequently promoted by the City of Port Phillip in 2005<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.theage.com.au/articles/2004/10/17/1097951553785.html?from=storylhs |title=Hailing a tram by the bayside - Editorial |website=Theage.com.au |date=2004-10-18 |accessdate=2017-02-27}}</ref> and backed by Tourism Victoria.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.tourism.vic.gov.au/images/stories/Documents/About_Us/concept-proposals-for-tourism-development-in-victoria.pdf |title=TOVI20853-Infrastructure2.indd |website=Tourism.vic.gov.au |date= |accessdate=2017-02-27}}</ref> A 2007 feasibility study<ref>{{Cite web|url=http://portphillip.vic.gov.au/default/o22296.pdf|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20091018071354/http://portphillip.vic.gov.au/default/o22296.pdf|url-status=dead|archive-date=2009-10-18|title=Strategy and Policy Review Committee: St Kilda to Port Melbourne Foreshore Transport Link Scoping and Feasibility Study|last=City of Port Philip|date=December 2006|access-date=2019-02-24}}</ref> into the route found that the high density population could sustain around 200,000 annual commuter trips and that a "shuttle tram" between the two bayside suburbs would be financially viable if patrons were charged $6 per one-way trip.<ref>{{cite news |
A 5 km tram link between St Kilda and Port Melbourne along Beaconsfield Parade was first proposed in 2004,<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.theage.com.au/articles/2004/10/13/1097607297345.html?from=storylhs |title=Rattling good vistas guaranteed - National |website=Theage.com.au |date= |accessdate=2017-02-27}}</ref><ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.theage.com.au/articles/2004/10/24/1098556292410.html?from=storylhs |title=Cable car option for beachside transport - National |website=Theage.com.au |date= |accessdate=2017-02-27}}</ref> subsequently promoted by the City of Port Phillip in 2005<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.theage.com.au/articles/2004/10/17/1097951553785.html?from=storylhs |title=Hailing a tram by the bayside - Editorial |website=Theage.com.au |date=2004-10-18 |accessdate=2017-02-27}}</ref> and backed by Tourism Victoria.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.tourism.vic.gov.au/images/stories/Documents/About_Us/concept-proposals-for-tourism-development-in-victoria.pdf |title=TOVI20853-Infrastructure2.indd |website=Tourism.vic.gov.au |date= |accessdate=2017-02-27}}</ref> A 2007 feasibility study<ref>{{Cite web|url=http://portphillip.vic.gov.au/default/o22296.pdf|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20091018071354/http://portphillip.vic.gov.au/default/o22296.pdf|url-status=dead|archive-date=2009-10-18|title=Strategy and Policy Review Committee: St Kilda to Port Melbourne Foreshore Transport Link Scoping and Feasibility Study|last=City of Port Philip|date=December 2006|access-date=2019-02-24}}</ref> into the route found that the high density population could sustain around 200,000 annual commuter trips and that a "shuttle tram" between the two bayside suburbs would be financially viable if patrons were charged $6 per one-way trip.<ref>{{cite news |
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Four new tramlines centred on the suburban hub of [[Sunshine, Victoria|Sunshine]] in the middle of Melbourne’s Western suburbs were put forward in 2019 by former Victorian Premier, [[Steve Bracks]] as part of the ''Sunshine, Daring to be Great'' strategy for economic and urban development.<ref name="SunshineDTBG">{{cite web |title=Sunshine, Daring to Be Great |url=https://content.vu.edu.au/sites/default/files/womeda-sunshine-economic-development-jobs-strategy.pdf |publisher=West of Melbourne Economic Development Alliance (WoMEDA) |access-date=22 March 2024}}</ref> |
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One of these tramlines would go down Ballarat Road from Sunshine to [[Highpoint Shopping Centre|Highpoint]] before continuing on to Footscray, presumably using the same lines as [[Melbourne tram route 82|Route 82]]. The other three were a tram line to St Albans, Deer Park and Cairnlea down Furlong Road; one to Brooklyn, Altona and Newport; and one to Moonee Ponds, presumably also using the same lines as [[Melbourne tram route 82|Route 82]] after Highpoint.<ref name="SunshineDTBG" /> All four lines will presumably be stationed and operated out of [[Maidstone tram depot]]. |
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Revision as of 01:44, 17 June 2024
Numerous proposals have been made for improvements to the Melbourne tram network, the largest such network in the world. Nearly all of these have been for track extensions of existing lines to connect with nearby railway station or to service new areas and suburbs.
Extensions currently in planning
Caulfield to Chadstone, Monash and Rowville route
![2018 State Government proposal for a new light rail line from Caulfield railway station to Chadstone, Monash University, Waverley Park and Rowville.](http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/a/a8/Caulfield-Monash-Rowville_Tram_Melbourne_2018.jpg/450px-Caulfield-Monash-Rowville_Tram_Melbourne_2018.jpg)
In April 2018, the State Government of Victoria announced a new extension of the tram network from Caulfield.[1] The 18 km (11.1 mi) extension would run from Caulfield station to Chadstone, Monash University, Waverley Park and Rowville.[2] The state government allocated $3 million to plan the route, which would be constructed in two stages, with the first running from Caulfield to Monash.[2][3] This proposal is a light rail alternative to the long-proposed Rowville railway line project. In the 2018-2019 Federal Budget, the Australian Government committed $475 million to a heavy rail line from Caulfield to Monash University that would run on the same corridor as the light rail proposal.[4][5]
In 2019, nearby local councils expressed concern that the project had been shelved.[6] In 2021, Monash University began lobbying the state and federal governments for an alternative rapid bus plan, using experimental "trackless tram" technology.[7][8] In November 2021, the Minister for Transport Infrastructure told state parliament that the government was examining a rapid bus alternative and was working with the federal government to develop a business case.[9]
As of 2024, no further state government announcements have been made about the proposal.
Trams routes to Fishermans Bend
![Map showing the two proposed extensions of the tram network through Fishermans Bend](http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/3/30/Fishermans_Bend_Tram_and_Metro_Proposal_2019.jpg/450px-Fishermans_Bend_Tram_and_Metro_Proposal_2019.jpg)
State and local governments have also proposed the extension of Route 48 from its current terminus at Victoria Harbour in Docklands across the Yarra River and into the Fishermans Bend precinct, a future major urban renewal area.[10] It would require the construction of a new tram-only bridge and generally follow the path of Fennell and Plummer Streets. The tram extension is proposed as an interim solution to connect Fishermans Bend residents to the CBD via mass transit until the metropolitan railway network can be extended with new underground stations. The proposed bridge has faced some opposition from local groups and residents, whom fear it will destroy a local park and prevent tall boats from mooring at a nearby marina and travelling upstream.[11] The bridge has been costed by the State Government at over $200 million.[12]
The State Government released a Framework for Fishermans Bend in October 2018 that proposed two new tram routes through the area: one running through the new suburbs of Sandridge and Wirraway along Plummer Street, and the other running through Lorimer and the Employment Precinct along Turner Street.[13] The Framework gives a 'medium term' delivery timeframe of 2020–2025, while Infrastructure Australia also identified the project as a 'medium term' priority.[14] The 2019-2020 state budget allocated $4.5 million to plan the tram routes to Fishermans Bend and develop a preliminary business case for the project.[15]
As of 2024, no further state government announcements have been made about the proposals.
Other proposals
Route 3 to Chadstone
![](http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/0/0a/Route_3_extension_map.png/250px-Route_3_extension_map.png)
In 2005, the Public Transport Users Association (PTUA) proposed for an extension of Route 3 from East Malvern.[16] It would run from its current terminus to East Malvern railway station, before continuing until it reaches Chadstone Shopping Centre. It would provide Chadstone with some form of rail link, also connecting it directly to a railway station.
Route 5 to Darling station
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The extension from Malvern of route 5 has been proposed by the PTUA and the Rail Futures Institute.[17][18] It would run from its current terminus to Darling railway station and Darling Village.
Route 6 to Ashburton
![](http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/a/a8/Tram_6_Extension.png/250px-Tram_6_Extension.png)
In response to the State Government's 2001 Melbourne 2030 planning policy, the PTUA lobbied to extend tram route 6 from its current terminus at Glen Iris railway station to Ashburton railway station.[19] It would require an extra 2.2 km of track extending over the Monash Freeway, continuing along High Street until reaching the level crossing.
Route 11 to Reservoir
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The City of Darebin has argued for the extension of Route 11 to the Reservoir activity centre.[20] The most likely route would be to continue north along Gilbert Road reaching Edwardes Lake, before turning right into Edwardes Street and continuing east to a new terminus near Reservoir railway station in the commercial area. The extension would cover a distance of just over 3 km.
An alternative, which appeared in Darebin's 2010 proposal, has the tram heading north on Gilbert Rd, east on Henty St, north on Spratling St, then east on Edwardes St to the terminus.[20] This route avoids the steep grade around Edwardes Lake.
The cost was estimated to be $30 million, with $50,000 required for a feasibility study.[20] In February 2018 the federal Opposition Leader Bill Shorten pledged $40 million to extend Route 11 to the end of Gilbert Road if the Labor party won government.[21] This announcement was criticised by some for failing short of funding the full route to Reservoir station.[22] The State Government has made no commitment to investigate or build the extension.
Route 16 to Kew Junction
The PTUA proposed extending the route of Route 16 with the tram continuing left at the corner of Cotham and Glenferrie Roads, following the current Route 109 for 800m to the west before terminating at the Kew Junction.[19] This would allow interchange with Route 48 trams and the 200 and 207 buses via Johnston Street. Little infrastructure would be required, as the tracks are already in place.
Route 19 to Gowrie Station
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In the lead up to the 2014 State election, the Greens proposed extending route 19 from its current terminus at Bakers Road, North Coburg for a length of 3.7 km passing Merlynston Station, Fawkner Station and ending with a new terminus outside Gowrie Station.[23] In 2018, the Rail Futures Institute called for a similar extension to Merlynston Station.[18]
Route 48 to Doncaster
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The PTUA,[24] City of Boroondara,[25] City of Manningham[26] and City of Yarra[27] have advocated for an extension of Route 48 to Doncaster as a cheaper and more efficient alternative to the proposed Doncaster railway line.[28] The 4-kilometre extension would be a continuation of the route along Doncaster Road past Greythorn Village, Doncaster Park and Ride with a terminus at Westfield Doncaster or possibly the mc2 community facility in Doncaster Hill.
The extension was first proposed in the mid-1940s, soon after the tram route was extended to its present-day terminus at Balwyn Road. The then-City of Camberwell made the proposal formally to the Tramways Board in 1945, but the project was not pursued.[29]
In 2006, the Liberal opposition under Ted Baillieu promised the extension by 1 July 2010 if he was to win office in the next election, pricing it at $35 million.[30][31] It was stated that there would have been about two accessible stops every kilometre, similar to the recent Box Hill tram extension. The Labor Government held onto power, and the extension was not built, even when the Liberals later won office in 2010.
A study commissioned by Manningham Council argued that the steep gradient on Doncaster Road would preclude current rolling stock from operating safely on Doncaster Road. The report also suggested that extra trams would need to be purchased to address the issue. The report was never released, but the PTUA and other groups criticised its public findings, contending that steeper gradients are present across the existing network, such as Burke Road in Camberwell and along the Burwood Highway.[32] The Labor state government in 2016 said it would not fund the extension.[33]
During the 2022 election campaign the Liberal opposition under Matthew Guy committed to the extension, estimating the cost to be $102 million.[34]
Route 57 to East Keilor
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In the lead up to the 2014 State election, the Greens proposed extending Route 57 for 5.5 km from its current terminus in Maribyrnong along Canning Street and Milleara Road before reaching a new terminus at the Keilor East shopping precinct.[35] In 2018, the Rail Futures Institute called for a similar extension of the route to Lower Avondale Heights.[18]
Route 58 to Hartwell
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The PTUA has proposed a continuation of Route 58 from its current terminus east down Toorak Road, terminating near to where it would join the current Route 75 and the Alamein train line at Hartwell station.[16] It would cover just over 4 km.
Route 59 to Melbourne Airport
In 2018, the Rail Futures Institute proposed an extension of Route 59 to Melbourne Airport in Tullamarine alongside a rapid airport rail link, primarily as a commuting service for airport workers.[18]
Route 67 to Carnegie station
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The PTUA and the Rail Futures Institute have both proposed a continuation of Route 67 from its current terminus north up Koornang Road, terminating at Carnegie railway station and passing through Carnegie shopping strip.[18][19] It would cover just 900 metres and become a modal interchange.
Route 75 to Knox
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In the lead up to the 2014 State election the Greens proposed extending route 75 from its current terminus outside Vermont South Shopping Centre for a length of 6.8 km down Burwood Highway passing Westfield Knox City Shopping Centre and ending near a Knox City Council precinct.[35] The Eastern Transport Coalition, an advocacy group representing seven local councils in Melbourne's East, has called for this extension.[36]
During the 2022 state election the Liberal opposition party promised $134 million to extend route 75 5.1km to Westfield Knox, although the party said the line could be delivered as a rapid bus line instead of a tram.[37] The party promised a study to investigate higher-capacity public transport to Upper Ferntree Gully, and along Mountain Highway to Bayswater.[37]
Route 75 to Footscray
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Melbourne and Maribyrnong City Councils have advocated for a new tram link between the CBD and Footscray. The commonly cited route would be to extend Route 75 tram tracks from their current terminus near Harbour Town in Docklands along the median of Footscray Road, acting as a light rail with minimal stops, before crossing the Maribyrnong River into Napier Street. From here it is possible the tram could terminate at Footscray railway station by turning right at Hyde Street, or following Whitehall and Hopkins Streets to rejoin Route 82 as one long route.
Route 86 to South Morang
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The City of Whittlesea's 2016 Future Transport Plan called for an extension to the Route 86 tram as a 'very high' priority.[38] The council proposed an extension of the route from its current terminus at University Hill near Bundoora's RMIT Campus to the Plenty Valley Town Centre in South Morang. This proposal included a stop at South Morang station. Other local plans have included going to Hawkstowe station and even as far as Doreen via Mernda.[39]
New North Richmond to North Melbourne route
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Leading up to the 2013 Australian federal election, a 5 kilometres (3.1 miles) east–west tram route on Victoria Street/Victoria Parade dubbed the East–West Light Rail was proposed by the Australian Greens.[40] This proposed link would run along the entire northern perimeter of the Melbourne CBD and connect North Richmond and North Melbourne train stations.
Only two major sections of track would need to be built as 84% of the track between North Richmond station and Errol Street, North Melbourne already exists. These two sections would be an 800 m (0.5 mi) section to connect the tram tracks already existing on Victoria Street from its intersection with Spring Street to its intersection with Swanston Street, and a 900 m (0.6 mi) extension from Errol Street to North Melbourne station. In fact, except for the aforementioned 800 m gap, two existing tram routes run along the entire distance from North Richmond station to Errol Street already: route 109 (which runs along Victoria Parade between North Richmond Station and St Vincent's Plaza) and route 57 (which runs along Victoria Street between Elizabeth Street and Errol Street).
In 2018, the Rail Futures Institute proposed many new tram routes, including some that would also require the connection of the currently unconnected tram tracks on Victoria Street in the CBD.[18]
New Port Melbourne to St Kilda route
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A 5 km tram link between St Kilda and Port Melbourne along Beaconsfield Parade was first proposed in 2004,[41][42] subsequently promoted by the City of Port Phillip in 2005[43] and backed by Tourism Victoria.[44] A 2007 feasibility study[45] into the route found that the high density population could sustain around 200,000 annual commuter trips and that a "shuttle tram" between the two bayside suburbs would be financially viable if patrons were charged $6 per one-way trip.[46]
Four new Sunshine routes
Four new tramlines centred on the suburban hub of Sunshine in the middle of Melbourne’s Western suburbs were put forward in 2019 by former Victorian Premier, Steve Bracks as part of the Sunshine, Daring to be Great strategy for economic and urban development.[47]
One of these tramlines would go down Ballarat Road from Sunshine to Highpoint before continuing on to Footscray, presumably using the same lines as Route 82. The other three were a tram line to St Albans, Deer Park and Cairnlea down Furlong Road; one to Brooklyn, Altona and Newport; and one to Moonee Ponds, presumably also using the same lines as Route 82 after Highpoint.[47] All four lines will presumably be stationed and operated out of Maidstone tram depot.
Some of these proposed tram lines may in fact be trackless trams.[47]
See also
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