3.8.1 Objective
Station landscaping elements may include:
• External approaches to a station
• External environment surrounding the built elements of a station, and in some
instances
• On platforms, rear of platform edges. (Opposite to train boarding edge)
Landscape elements can:
• Assist with way finding, delineate the station boundary and accentuate the ‘public’
elements
• Improve station presentation and create a positive image for the RailCorp network
• Soften the impact of the station and rail infrastructure corridor.