MALDON

SUNDAY 19.4.2015: Spent a decadent afternoon indulging our new found passion for steam trains. The authentic Victorian Goldfields Steam Railway runs from Maldon to Castlemaine return, with a short stop at Muckleford (sounds like a station that Harry Potter would frequent). We upgraded to First Class and it was well worth it - had a great afternoon. We rode in the Macedon Carriage which was built in 1928 by the Pullman Company in Chicago USA. It was imported to Australia for use on 'The Overland' overnight passenger train between Melbourne and Adelaide. The car was originally configured as a ten compartment sleeper. After WWII 'Macedon' had a varied career including use as a stores car across the Nullabor between Port Augusta and Kalgoorlie. Obtained from South Australia in 2004 'Macedon' has been completely rebuilt into the club car. Restored at Newport Railway workshops.
The 'Tambo' Carriage was built in 1919 and was originally a sleeping car, also used on 'The Overland' service. 'Tambo' has been converted to provide a large lounge and end viewing platform and several of the original sleeping compartments remain. QLD maple woodwork is a feature of 'Tambo' which was the first Victorian Railways carriage to be built with electric lighting. Restored at Maldon.

MACEDON CARRIAGE

TAMBO CARRIAGE

TICKET INSPECTOR!

ULTIMATE IN 'SELFIES'
MIRROR PHOTO!

The train staff are volunteers that all have a passion for steam trains - excellent service from very satisfied workers. Spent the 15 minutes at Castlemaine Station watching the steam engine being turned and reconnected to the front of the carriages.





 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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