Behind the Railway Workshops door
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A guided tour of four railway items being restored to working condition at the Bellarine Railway Workshops, Queenscliff, Victoria.One is a 120 tonne steam locomotive designed and built in a hurry during WW2 to assist move supplies to defend Australia. Known as G33, it is now the only survivor of its type.
A carriage built in 1879 is being restored to as close to its original condition as possible.
A steam crane built in 1912 is now steamable and having final repairs carried out.
The fourth item on site is a small locomotive powered by a Fordson tractor engine.
You may walk around all four items being overhauled and the workshop floor is wheel chair accessible. Some steps are required to access inside the carriage or steam locomotive cab.
Members of the teams restoring the items will explain their history and the work being carried out to restore them to operational condition. A hot drink and biscuit will be available at the conclusion of the tour, of one hour duration.
Dates
Sunday 18 May 2025 (UTC+10)Location
Bellarine Railway Workshops
26 Bridge Street, Queenscliff Victoria 3225
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Behind the Railway Workshops door
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