Community
Engagement overview
National Intermodal has been engaging stakeholders and the local community since 2023. As the Beveridge Intermodal Precinct progresses, we will continue to welcome feedback from the community.
Engagement snapshot to April 2025
stakeholder meetings
total webpage hits
community interactions across five shopping centre pop-ups
members of the community participated in local drop-in sessions and Town Halls
project letters dropped to local dwellings in Beveridge and Wallan postcodes
Facebook users reached by project advertisements
completed community surveys
emails to the project inbox
How feedback is shaping the Project
Community feedback has played an important role in shaping the development of the Beveridge Intermodal Precinct. The feedback gathered to date has helped us understand what’s important to the community and what needs to be considered to minimise impacts and address concerns.
Feedback has influenced:
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Engagement approach and communication channels
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Technical studies associated with the Project
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Measures to manage and minimise potential impacts
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Proposed construction management and planning.
There are many opportunities to stay informed and have your say, including newsletters, social media, shopping centre pop-ups, and community drop-in sessions.
You can also sign up for email updates and connect with us on LinkedIn.
Works at Beveridge Intermodal Precinct
Works are continuing at the Beveridge Intermodal Precinct as we progress Stage 1 construction, transforming the Beveridge Road site into a nationally significant logistics hub.
Stage 1 includes a permanent rail connection to the national freight network, an operating rail terminal, and locally focused road upgrades, including works to Minton Street and surrounding areas. Future stages, subject to planning approvals, will deliver a fully automated terminal and extensive co‑located warehousing.
What’s happening on site
Over the coming months, you may notice an increase in construction activity across the site. Key works planned from April 2026 to June 2026 include:
- Major earthworks to level and prepare the site
- Expansion of site offices and storage areas, with project staff now based on site full‑time
- Construction of a new driveway and temporary construction access road off Beveridge Road
- Early works for a new rail bridge at the northern end of the site, including foundation drilling
- Ongoing Indigenous cultural heritage salvage activities at designated locations
- Utility service upgrades and drainage works within the project area
A planned rail shutdown is scheduled for 2–5 May 2026, allowing works to be carried out safely near the rail corridor. These works will support future construction of the new rail bridge.
Construction hours
Normal construction hours are:
- Monday to Friday: 7am to 6pm
- Saturday: 7am to 1pm
Some works may be required outside these hours, including occasional 24‑hour works during peak construction activities. We will notify the community in advance if out‑of‑hours works are required.
Traffic and road impacts
There will be an increase in construction vehicles, including trucks and heavy vehicles, on Beveridge Road and surrounding roads.
To manage impacts, we will put measures in place such as:
- Traffic controllers, signage and detours
- Periods of shuttle‑flow traffic (one lane at a time) on Beveridge Road
From May to June 2026, works to build a new site access intersection and construction road off Beveridge Road may require short traffic holds. Night‑time full closures of Beveridge Road with detours are planned for late May, subject to approvals. More information will be shared closer to the relevant dates.
Managing construction impacts
We are taking steps to minimise impacts on the local community, including:
Noise and vibration
Low levels of noise and vibration are expected for most works. Higher noise levels may occur for short periods during foundation works or rock breaking, with monitoring in place.
Dust management
Dust will be managed using best‑practice measures such as watering materials and covering soil stockpiles.
Stay in touch
If you have questions or would like more information:
- Call: 1800 192 014
- Email: beveridge@nationalintermodal.com.au
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Upcoming events
In May, we’ll be hosting a series of Coffee and Conversation drop‑in sessions in the local area. These sessions will give residents the chance to meet the project team, ask questions and learn more about upcoming works. Dates and locations will be shared soon.
Past events
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Event |
Date | Time |
Location |
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Community survey |
25 Feb – 17 Mar 2025 |
N/A |
Online |
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Drop-in |
13 Mar 2025 |
6-8pm |
Beveridge Community Centre Hall |
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Pop-up |
12 Mar 2025 |
10am-2pm |
Wellington Square Shopping Centre |
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Pop-up |
7 Mar 2025 |
10am-2pm |
Pacific Epping |
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Pop-up |
6 Mar 2025 |
10am-2pm |
Merrifield City |
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Drop-in |
29 Feb 2024 |
6.15 – 8.30pm |
Beveridge Community Centre Hall |
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Pop-up |
17 Feb 2024 |
9am-5pm |
Westfield Plenty Valley |
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Pop-up |
15 Feb 2024 |
9am-9pm |
Westfield Plenty Valley |
Feedback
You can share your feedback, ask a question or make a complaint any time by contacting us.
We are committed to responding to all enquiries and complaints in a timely manner. You can learn more about how we handle your feedback, what you can expect and how to escalate your complaint if you are not satisfied here.