Movement and Access Framework Plan

Diamond Creek Theme 3 map
Diamond Creek Sky Rail Concept Plan

Diamond Creek Sky Rail Concept Plan

Precedent images of linear open spaces and train station

Precedent images of linear open spaces and train station

(Source 1: https://svc.com.au/project-items/carnegie-station-linearpark/;

Source 2: https://landezine-award.com/caulfield-to-dandenong-level-crossing-removal-project/)

Objectives

  • To optimise the potential to reduce car dependency within the community by developing a network of local and regional shared paths for recreational and functional use, and by encouraging upgrades to the Hurstbridge line to increase the frequency of public transport services.
  • To advocate for removal of the level crossing to create better pedestrian and cyclist connectivity north-south through the centre.
  • To improve car park management and design.
  • To establish the commercial and retail precincts of the township as ‘pedestrian priority areas’.
  • To improve access to the centre for all modes of travel, link the precincts of the town physically with clear pedestrian/cycle paths and visually with landscape treatments.
  • To expand the range of public transport linking the centre and the role of the railway station as a multi-modal interchange.
  • To create better pedestrian and cyclist connectivity across the railway line.
  • To encourage traffic calming measures to Main Hurstbridge Road to improve conditions for pedestrians and cyclists.
  • Improve pedestrian connectivity, safety and amenity through existing at grade car parks, and across the railway line.


Strategies

  • Investigate improvements to the intersection of Main Hurstbridge Road and Fyffe Street to reduce congestion and alleviate safety concerns.
  • Liaise with the Department of Transport (DoT) to advocate for the removal of the level crossing and potential implementation of a sky rail as per the concept plan provided above and at Figure 8 in the plan.
  • Investigate the opportunity to make Station Street one way, to lessen conflicts between cars parking and pedestrians and reducing vehicular turning movements, minimising congestion.
  • Investigate implementation of indented parking on the western side of Elizabeth Street.
  • Redesign or re-optimise existing commuter car park to improve safety as well as internal car park circulation.
  • Liaise with DoT to advocate for the implementation of on-road cycle lanes on Main Hurstbridge Road.
  • Liaise with Vic Track and DoT to investigate additional pedestrian/ cyclist bridge over rail to improve connectivity and legibility between the northern and southern sides of the activity centre and beyond.
  • Liaise with the DoT to improve existing bus stops along Main Hurstbridge Road.
  • Investigate the opportunity to provide a raised pedestrian crossing directly east of Fyffe Street, connecting the northern and southern sides of Main Hurstbridge Road. reate a clear cycling route from the Train Station to Chute Street and the Diamond Creek Trail.
  • Implement proposed bike path connecting the Diamond Creek Trail to Hurstbridge to the north east.
  • Implement lighting, paving, and landscaping through existing at grade car parks and across the railway line, ensuring they are safe and inviting spaces.
  • Investigate the potential for an underpass connecting the Diamond Creek Trail under Main Hurstbridge Road, connecting the northern and southern open spaces. rovide bike and mobility scooter parking at highly frequented facilities such as supermarkets and the train station.
  • Reduce the speed limit along Main Hurstbridge Road to 40km/h.
  • Implement Gipson Street bridge duplication as specified in DCPO1, to improve traffic flow to the Activity Centre. As part of this, investigate complementary measures to:

- Improve the amenity of the bridge as an entrance into the centre.

- Enhance the connectivity the bridge provides for pedestrians/ cyclists in and out of the centre (e.g. clear provision for cyclists and pedestrians on the bridge).

- Provide a safe and non-congested environment in the Station Street precinct, particularly by considering traffic calming devices, pedestrian crossings, carefully-placed parking, etc.