A Passenger train service returned to Benalla on August 31, but bus replacement services will continue for another two weeks.
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Simon Ruppert
At 9.24am on Monday, August 31 the first V/Line service to stop at Benalla Train Station’s new platform arrived on time.
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The arrival marked the return of a passenger train service to Benalla after a four-month suspension due to Inland Rail construction works.
Unfortunately that return was short-lived.
Thanks to unexpected track issues a full timetable of trains will not return until September 15.
The resumption of services will follow the completion of some additional track work.
Upgrades already completed include the construction of a new railway platform at Benalla and upgrades to the main platform at Euroa.
The new platform at Benalla has transformed the station precinct, providing improved access via new stairs and ramps, along with modern platform furniture, security cameras and upgraded lighting.
Once works are complete at the end of 2026, a safer and more accessible pedestrian underpass with lift access will improve connections between platforms, Mackellar St and Railway Pl.
The old station building is temporarily closed as work progresses on the new car park, landscaped station forecourt, and pedestrian underpass connections to Mackellar St.
However, due to the need for ongoing track works, Albury Line trains will not stop at Euroa and Benalla stations again until Tuesday, September 15.
Coaches will replace trains services until then.
With the main station closed for Inland Rail upgrades access to passenger services in Benalla are via the new pedestrian underpass on Railway Pl.
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Simon Ruppert
An Inland Rail spokesperson said the return of passenger rail services marked a significant milestone for works in Benalla and Euroa.
"While there is still more work to be done, it is fantastic to see passengers already benefiting from the new and upgraded infrastructure,“ the spokesperson said.
"We thank the community for their patience as we transform the stations.
"These station upgrades will provide safer, accessible and modern facilities for local communities and rail passengers for generations to come.
"We remain on track to complete both projects early next year and look forward to delivering the full benefits of these transformational upgrades."
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