General News
16 April, 2026
Service changes announced
V/LINE train services will see some disruptions on the Warrnambool line during April and May as maintenance and upgrade works take place along the line.
Coaches replaced trains between Warrnambool and Wyndham Vale from last Saturday (April 11), and will continue to do so until Friday, April 24.
The disruption will continue from Saturday, April 25 until Monday, May 4 between Warrnambool and Waurn Ponds.
A final interruption period with coaches replacing trains will occur between Warrnambool and Waurn Ponds from Friday, May 8 to Wednesday, May 20.
The disruptions are to allow a number of projects to be completed along the line.
This includes a new stabling facility at Warrnambool Station, level crossing upgrades between Winchelsea and Allansford, replacement of tactile ground surface indicators on platforms at the Winchelsea and Colac stations and works on the Hopkins River bridge.
Passengers are advised to allow extra time for their journeys during the disruption periods.