However, an earth platform was provided for construction workers, and when this was removed by the contractors, several protest meetings were held by local residents.
[2] Permanent station buildings were provided in 1911, of Edwardian style, along with relocation of the signalling frame, and the platform was extended to 350 feet (110 m).
[2] The Beaconsfield Parade overpass, located at the up end of the station, was also provided around this time, replacing a level crossing.
[9] On 14 June 2008, over 100 local residents held a protest at the station, on the same day a special steam train operated along the line.
[11] On 12 February 2009, at a community meeting in Glenrowan, the Victorian Department of Transport announced it was not viable to re-open the station to passenger traffic.