Projects taking place in the City of Melton
There are a number of major projects happening within the City of Melton that are not being led by Melton City Council.
Please refer to the relevant websites for the latest information and to keep up-to-date on community consultation opportunities.
Melton Hospital
The Victorian Government has committed $900 million to $1 billion to construct the new Melton Hospital in Cobblebank.
For more information visit: Victorian Health Building Authority website.
Western Highway Upgrade
The Australian Government has committed $1 billion to upgrade the Western Highway, between Melton and Caroline Springs.
Visit: Western Freeway upgrade project page on the Big Build website.
Roadworks
VicRoads is undertaking the following major road projects. For more information on this project, visit the VicRoads project website.
Level Crossing Removals
As part of the Victorian Government's Level Crossing Removal Project, the following level crossings within the City of Melton have been identified for removal:
Melton Train Station
As part of works to remove four level crossings in Melton, the Victorian Government is replacing the existing Melton Train Station with a new modern and accessible facility.
Visit: the project page on the Big Build website.
Western Renewables Link
The Western Renewables Link (WRL), previously the Western Victoria Transmission Network Project, is a planned new major electricity transmission line between Bulgana (north of Ararat), and Sydenham through the City of Melton via Plumpton and Toolern Vale. This is a privately led project in which the Australian Energy Market Operator (AEMO) has appointed AusNet and Mondo to seek planning approval, construct, and operate the transmission line. Council does not have any role in approving the project for the proposed transmission lines. Our role is to advocate on behalf of residents to achieve the best outcome for our community.
The project is currently undergoing an Environment Effects Statement (EES) planning process that is the responsibility of the Minister for Planning and is being overseen by the Department of Transport and Planning (DTP). The project and draft Planning Scheme Amendment (GC209) is on Public Exhibition from Monday 30 June to Friday 22 August 2025. Council is encouraging you to have your say. All landholders and community members will be able to make a submission. To have your say, visit the Western Renewables Link Inquiry and Advisory Committee | Engage Victoria
For further information visit: City of Melton Conversations - Western Renewables Link.
Harkness Memorial Park
A new cemetery is being developed between Harkness and Bulmans Roads, Harkness. The Greater Metropolitan Cemeteries Trust (GMCT) has started constructing Harkness Memorial Park, and expect to open the first stage in early 2027.
You can register for updates and follow the project page.