Victoria Park-Canning Level Crossing Removal

The project is Perth’s first major elevated rail designed to improve public transport safety, create new and versatile public space for the community and reduce traffic congestion.

Six level crossings will be removed along the Armadale Line by raising the rail over the road at Mint Street, Oats Street, Welshpool Road, Hamilton Street, Wharf Street and William Street. New modern elevated stations will be built at Carlisle, Oats Street, Queens Park, Cannington and Beckenham stations. Welshpool Station will close.

Preparations for the 18-month Armadale Line Shutdown in late-2023 are ramping up and will see the removal of 13 level crossings, building seven new stations and the addition of 5.5 kilometres of elevated rail across three METRONET projects. Read more about the Armadale Line Shutdown.

Read more about the project on the Victoria Park-Canning Level Crossing Removal fact sheet.

We are creating new public spaces by transforming around six hectares of land currently occupied by rail lines into flexible and enjoyable parkland. The design of the public spaces involves consultation with community and stakeholders to help shape the look, feel and function.

Read more about the community priorities for public spaces.

A development application for the Carlisle and Oats Street station precincts and public spaces has been submitted and includes concepts that provide opportunities for the community to connect. 

A development application for the City of Canning section which covers Queens Park and Cannington stations, and public spaces will be submitted in coming months. Community members will have the opportunity to provide feedback on the concepts during the public comment period. 

With Beckenham Station now included in the project, public consultation has been sought for public spaces near the new station.

Get ready for a safer, smoother journey as we bid farewell to six level crossings along the Armadale Line, including:

• Mint Street
• Oats Street
• Welshpool Road
• Hamilton Street
• Wharf Street
• William Street.

With boom gates currently down for over three hours daily, drivers and pedestrians will no longer face traffic congestion and inconvenience.

We’re building four kilometres of elevated rail along the Armadale Line, creating a safer way to cross the rail corridor.

In addition to improving road safety and reducing traffic congestion, we’re helping develop a more connected community. 

As part of the project, we're building modern and elevated stations, and vibrant public spaces under the elevated rail for community members to use with their friends, family and neighbours.