 In late 1987, a number of changes occurred at Birchip, including the No.2 track booked out of service, and the abolition of a number of plunger locked points and signals, with a new Up signal provided, located at the Down end of the Wycheproof Road level crossing.Also provided around this time was a crossing loop.Further alterations occurred in March 1990, including the removal of a number of signal posts and Annett locks.