I've been looking forward to this day for years, I was on the very first public train into the tunnel, and judging by the cheers as we entered the tunnel portal for the very first time, everyone else was just as excited as me.

both times are standing on the escalators and using the express platform 3/4 escalators, so you can shave off a decent amount of time by walking up/down them. the Melbourne Central video is too long to post but I timed from the Knox Place entrance to platform level.

no more sensory hell!

to conclude: beautiful Melbourne city best city in da world can't wait to use the station for the first time next Sunday!

I also love the LED artwork interpretation of the fountain which used to be in City Square. it senses where people are and casts "shadows" on the "water". it's quite difficult to get videos of it without flickering, but it's a really nice subtle addition IRL. will probably break within 18 months

my favourite feature is the welcome to Wurundjeri Country engraved on the bluestone steps which form the side and rear walls of the station entrance. the steps work as seating, literally inviting you to sit with what it means to be on Country, even in the heart of the city