UPDATED WITH TRAMS! “Ambitious but realistic” plan for Melbourne train network

Thanks everyone for the great feedback! This version includes minor changes to the train network since the last version, but also now includes the tram/light rail network, with some extensions, re-routing and new light rail in black spots. Bringing these together shows how the train and tram systems work together as an integrated system.

To recap, some of the key changes to the train network: - Added Metro 1 and 2 (Lines 1 and 2) and Suburban Rail Line (Line 8). Line 2 includes extension of Alamein line to Oakleigh/Chadstone to take advantage of metro line 30 tph capacity. - Reconfigured the city loop to enable 5 through-lines (Lines 3 to 7), using the 4 loop tracks and 6 Flinders St viaduct tracks, which in turn facilitate new lines to Doncaster and the Northwest. Ideally, includes additional flyovers at Richmond and North Melbourne to maximise on-platform transfers to access preferred city stations. - Extension of Glen Waverley to Knox City, coupled with light rail network in outer east. - Extension of Altona line to Point Cook. - Added new segregated (standard gauge?) regional high speed rail with the core section serving as a city-airport express.

For the tram/light rail network: - New light rail lines in outer east and north/west, taking advantage of generous median strips where available. - Short extensions to improve system integration and address transport black spots. - Some rerouting to improve system effectiveness (e.g., route 86).

Enjoy!

Thanks everyone for the great feedback! This version includes minor changes to the train network since the last version, but also now includes the tram/light rail network, with some extensions, re-routing and new light rail in black spots. Bringing these together shows how the train and tram systems work together as an integrated system.

To recap, some of the key changes to the train network: - Added Metro 1 and 2 (Lines 1 and 2) and Suburban Rail Line (Line 8). Line 2 includes extension of Alamein line to Oakleigh/Chadstone to take advantage of metro line 30 tph capacity. - Reconfigured the city loop to enable 5 through-lines (Lines 3 to 7), using the 4 loop tracks and 6 Flinders St viaduct tracks, which in turn facilitate new lines to Doncaster and the Northwest. Ideally, includes additional flyovers at Richmond and North Melbourne to maximise on-platform transfers to access preferred city stations. - Extension of Glen Waverley to Knox City, coupled with light rail network in outer east. - Extension of Altona line to Point Cook. - Added new segregated (standard gauge?) regional high speed rail with the core section serving as a city-airport express.

For the tram/light rail network: - New light rail lines in outer east and north/west, taking advantage of generous median strips where available. - Short extensions to improve system integration and address transport black spots. - Some rerouting to improve system effectiveness (e.g., route 86).

Enjoy!