Byford Rail Extension

Byford Rail Extension

Residents in Byford and the wider Serpentine-Jarrahdale area will connect to the Perth CBD on a seamless 42-minute train journey once the Byford Rail Extension is complete.

The Armadale Line is being extended approximately 8km south to a new ground-level station in Byford, supporting one of the fastest growing areas in Australia.

Armadale Station is being rebuilt as an elevated station with three nearby busy level crossings removed and replaced with elevated rail.

Other level crossings between Armadale and Byford are also being removed with alternative treatments to improve traffic flow and ease road congestion.

The project will kick-start development opportunities in the Armadale and Byford town centres, providing new and safe connections around the stations.

The Armadale/Thornlie Line is shut between Victoria Park and Armadale/Thornlie stations until mid-2025 to enable these works.

During the Armadale Line Shutdown, the Public Transport Authority will also be undertaking major maintenance works between Kenwick and Sherwood stations as part of Rail Revitalisation Program.

Our Sustainability highlights for 2023/2024 can be found in our Annual Sustainability report.

 

Project Documents

Level Crossings

Removing level crossings has significant community benefits, such as increased road safety, reduced traffic congestion, and in some cases, create new opportunities and connections.

The Byford Rail Extension is being built in the existing rail corridor currently used by Australind rail services between Perth and Bunbury, with a number of level crossings being addressed.

Level crossings are being removed by elevating the rail over the road:

and elevating the road over the rail:

  • Eleventh Road
  • Thomas Road 

The existing pedestrian level crossing at Frys Lane and Seventh Road is being rebuilt as a new pedestrian crossing under the elevated rail.

Byron Road level crossing will be permanently closed in 2024. Read more about the Byron Road Level Crossing Removal.

Larsen Road level crossing has been permanently closed and a new pedestrian bridge over the rail will be built. Read more about the Larsen Road Level Crossing Removal

Clara Street West will be a new level crossing on the regional rail network creating an east-west connection for vehicles and pedestrians.

 

Armadale

Byford

Public Space

We are creating new public spaces by transforming around six hectares of land in Armadale and Byford into a range of landscapes and activity areas for the community to enjoy. Feedback from the community through surveys, briefings, presentations, enquiries, events and reference groups has helped shape the designs of the public spaces. They showcase public art and reflect the local identity, flora and fauna, and Aboriginal culture. 

Read more about the community priorities for public spaces.

We are dedicated to preserving and enhancing the environment through our tree retention strategy that involves retaining and protecting as many trees as possible, planting new and diverse trees, using local and native flora, providing a habitat for local fauna, and minimising water use. Read more about how we're Greening the Rail Corridor.

A development application for the Armadale Station precinct and public spaces has been submitted and further community feedback on the station and public space designs received during the public comment period is now being incorporated.
The public comment period for the  development application for the Byford Station and public space closed on 7 September. The application is currently being assessed by the WA Planning Commission.

Public Art

Eight Western Australia artists, including three Noongar artists, will deliver five new public artworks for the METRONET Byford Rail Extension Project. The artworks will be embedded into the stations and surrounding areas for commuters and the community to enjoy. 
 
Existing public art in the area around the new Armadale Station will also be revitalised and relocated inside the station forecourt. 

Southern end of elevated rail

Mural and pavement artwork – working in partnership with Year 8, 9 and 10 Armadale Senior High School students, artist George Domahidy will create murals and sandblasting at the southern end of the elevated rail in Armadale. 

The murals will extend along the southern retaining walls and two elevated rail columns, reflecting endemic flora and fauna, natural textures from the surrounding landscape and Armadale’s history, culture and community. The sandblasted artwork will feature on the adjacent shared path.

To find out more click here to view our factsheet.

Impression of the southern end of the elevated rail 

Artwork by George Domahidy


Larsen Road pedestrian bridge

Mural and pavement artwork – working with Year 5 and 6 Marri Grove Primary School students, artist Sioux Tempestt will create two murals and sandblasting on the Larsen Road pedestrian bridge in Byford. The murals will extend along the retaining walls on both sides of the bridge, reflecting native flora and fauna, local identity and community.  The sandblasted artwork will feature on the bridge ramps and deck, and adjacent paths.

Sioux engaged with students in three interactive workshops to demonstrate shadow painting inspired by nature, foam printing based on local images and creating collages with patterns.  Through these activities, the students explored their sense of identity and community, reflecting on their connections with themselves, their peers and the environment around them.

A visit to Byford and imagery from local resident Colleen Rankin’s ‘Pictorial History of Byford’ deepened the artist’s appreciation for the community's love of their town and its vibrant spirit, further inspiring her artworks that will weave together shared stories and local history and foster a stronger connection within the community.

  

  

Marri Grove Primary School students

Impression of murals for Larsen Road pedestrian bridge 

Artwork by Sioux Tempestt

View the full fact sheet here.

For further information on train and bus services, head to the Transperth website.

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Empowering local Aboriginal businesses

Empowering local Aboriginal businesses

Since the Byford Rail Extension Project started, over $35 million has been awarded across local Aboriginal-owned businesses, driving economic growth and fostering community initiatives that support education, health, and culture.

Trialling clean energy for a net-zero future

Trialling clean energy for a net-zero future

The Byford Rail Extension Project is trialling a HYDI unit to reduce diesel reliance by producing hydrogen on demand.

Byford Station achieves sustainability rating

Byford Station achieves sustainability rating

In a major sustainability milestone, Byford Station has become Western Australia's first train station to achieve a 6 Star Green Star Design Review Rating.

Inspiring young engineers

Inspiring young engineers

Interactive workshops, site tours and a meet and greet with project teams have provided local students with a closer look at the exciting world of STEM and construction on the Byford Rail Extension Project.

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