Train derailment in Melbourne forced authorities to suspend Hurstbridge and Mernda line services until next Monday as crews work on repairs and safety checks after significant rail damage. This is reported by the railway transport news portal Railway Supply.

Five carriages came off the tracks near Clifton Hill late Sunday night, carrying 55 passengers on board. No injuries occurred, but rails and overhead systems sustained severe damage, requiring extensive restoration efforts.

Train Derailment in Melbourne Causes Major Service Disruptions
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Ongoing Repairs After Train Derailment

Crews have begun rewiring and repairing overhead infrastructure before restoring tracks. Investigators are still working to identify the exact cause of the train derailment, and additional safety inspections remain underway to prevent future risks.

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Replacement buses operate along both lines until the last service on Sunday, July 20. Citybound travelers must transfer to Parliament Station, while outbound passengers also board at Parliament. However, buses will not run to Flinders Street, Southern Cross, Flagstaff, or Melbourne Central.

Impact on Commuters and Timeline for Recovery

The suspension highlights the complexity of restoring damaged infrastructure and rewiring overhead systems. These steps must be completed before track repairs, which extend the timeline for reopening both lines fully.

Metro Trains assured passengers that crews are working around the clock to complete all repairs promptly. However, full service restoration remains a week away, so travelers should expect delays and allow extra time for their journeys.

Source: www.railexpress.com.au

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