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The White Hat Guide to Steam Trains in Melbourne & Victoria

Steam Train Experience
for Two

Steam Train
Driver Experience

Steam Train & Overnight
Stay For Two

Puffing Billy Steam Train
© Australian Pacific Touring

Puffing Billy & Yarra Valley
Wineries Tour

Crimson Rosellas
© Australian Pacific Touring

Puffing Billy, Yarra Valley
& Healesville Wildlife
Sanctuary Tour

Victorian Goldfields Railway

An impressive range of big steam engines. From 27 December to mid January, trains run every day on the Sunday times below.

Every Sunday (& public holidays) 11.30 am, 1 pm & 2.30 pm
Every Wednesday 11.30 am & 1 pm
Saturdays and Wednesdays during school holidays, Sunday timetable applies
From 27 December to mid January trains run every day on Sunday timetable
No trains Christmas & Boxing Day
Maldon (in the Goldfields area of Central Victoria)
Enquiries: (03) 5470 6658 or (03) 5475 2966

Melbourne Steam Traction Engine Club

Running Days - The engines are impressive seen in action and on the last Sunday of each month (except December) many of them are fired up. There will always be at least one or two steam rollers or traction engines in steam, the stationary museum steams up, the big diesels and the vintage workshop also put on a display. There are over 400 engines and associated exhibits scattered through the exhibition sheds around the sites. The grounds have been developed from a raw industrial wasteland to a very pleasant park by the volunteer members of the club over the past 20 years with picnic tables, shade trees and BBQ facilities for picnickers. Ice Creams and cold drinks are available but no food except at rally times. The grounds and museum are open 11am till 4pm on Saturdays and Sundays except the Christmas - New Year period. The Miniature railway operates on Sundays (rides $2). Admission is by donation. To see it all running the best time to visit is rally time. Full information at Melbourne Steam Traction Engine Club.

11am-4pm Saturdays & Sundays
		National Steam Centre, 1200 Ferntree Gully Rd., - Scoresby
(Mel ref 72 D9)	Enquiries: (03) 9763 1614

Mooroolbark & District Miniature Railway & Steam Club

Public run days once a month where a small charge applies. Children should be in the charge of an adult and enclosed footwear is required. Picnic and BBQ facilities are available. More information at the Mooroolbark & District Miniature Railway & Steam Club website.

11am-4pm, 4th Sun of month (except Dec)
		Kiloran Reserve, Hawthory Road, - Mooroolbark
(Mel ref 51 F2)	Enquiries: (03) 9723 1025

ARHS Railway Museum

Enter through a replica 1880s railway station building to view steam, diesel & electric locomotives, railway carriages & wagons, signal box & railway artefacts. Further details at ARHS Railway Museum. See also Steam Trains in Melbourne & Victoria.

12noon - 5pm, Sat, Sun & public holidays (except Good Friday & Christmas Day); 12noon - 4pm Wed (during school holidays)
		Champion Road - North Williamstown
(Mel ref 55 K7)	Enquiries: (03) 9397 7412

Bulla Hill Miniature Railway

A ride-on model railway. Enclosed footwear must be worn. More information at Bulla Steam Railway.

noon-5pm, 1st & 3rd Sunday of month
		Green Street, - Bulla
(Mel ref 177 B7)

Jerilderie Mini Rail Club

This 7¼" gauge railway is a scale model of a full-size steam railway set in delightful surroundings by the Billabong Creek. Access is via the footbridge sitauted behind 'The Willows' Museum in Powell Street. Open for coach tours etc by request

11.30am-4pm, 2nd Sunday of month (weather permitting)
		- Jerelderie (NSW)
	Enquiries: (03) 5886 1583

Mornington Railway

Steam hauled travel from a bygone era.. Moorooduc Station (Mel ref 105 K9, enter from Two Bays Road near Moorooduc Highway) 11am-4pm, and Mornington Station (Mel ref 145 G1) 11.30am-3.15pm. More information at Steam Trains in Melbourne and Mornington Railway.

1st, 2nd & 3rd Sunday of month
		- Mornington
	Enquiries: 1300 767 274

South Gippsland Tourist Railway

Historic railcars and railmotors travelling the 38km section of line from Nyora to Leongatha. Passengers may get on or off a train at Korumurra, Loch, Nyora or Leongatha railway stations. More information

Sundays and public Holidays (except Christmas Day & Good Friday)
		- South Gippsland
	Enquiries: 1800 44 22 11

Tram Museum

A significant collection of heritage trams in the historic Hawthorn Tram Depot. You can reach the museum on tram numbers 70 or 75. Admission by donation. See also steam trains.

1-5pm, second Saturday of the month
		Hawthorn Tram Depot, cnr Power Street 7 Riverdale Road, - Hawthorn
(Mel ref 45 B12)	Enquiries: (03) 9619 8863

Hurstbridge Wattle Festival

Enjoy an extensive array of food, wine, entertainment and activities in historic Hurstbridge during the lively Wattle Festival. Attractions include: Steam train rides, Vintage cars and motorcycles, Wattle information and sales, Heritage displays and sites, Free pony rides , Market stalls, Facepainting, Roving entertainment & music

September 2009?	Hurstbridge Village, Main Road Hurstbridge - (Mel ref 185 J8)
	Enquiries: 0416 132 102

The Blues Train

One steam, train, 4 carriages, 200 people and blues musicians. Licensed. No BYO. Enquiries (03) 5258 4343 and more information at The Blues Train.

	Queenscliff Railway Station, Queenscliff -
$72 / $65 plus booking fee	Bookings: 132 849

Wycheproof Festival - Steaming Up Broadway

Did you miss this event? Then subscribe to our free email newsletter to receive advance notice of events such as this one. White Hat has kept its subscribers Informed since last century and has long become a Melbourne Institution for those Intelligent and Independent souls prepared to look beyond the bounds of either the mainstream -commercial or mainstream-alternative marketing machines. (However, be warned that we can occasionally be a little Irreverent.)

In a unique celebration you can journey to the Wycheproof Festival on board an old steam locomotive starting at Southern Cross Station in Melbourne and finish up by steaming down the main street of Wycheproof - one of just two towns in Victoria with a railway up the main street. 2008 marks the 125th anniversary of rail arriving in Wycheproof. Once in "'Whychy" there is a full weekend of celebrations at the Wycheproof Festival where you can visit the Courthouse Museum or the Paddock2Port exhibition at Willandra Museum, marvel at the enormous Million Bushel Silo or celebrate the 70th anniversary of Charlton theatre at the Rex Theatre Art Deco Extravaganza.

11 & 12 October 2008	Wycheproof -

Echuca Steam, Horse and Vintage Rally

A White Hat favourite, this magnificent display of steam traction engines and wagons, portable steam engines, early farm machinery, vintage and classic cars and motorcycles. Also a variety of family entertainment. More information about this festival.

6 to 8 June 2009	Rotary Park, Echuca -
	Enquiries: 1800 804 446

Daylesford Sunday Market

Brought to you by the Daylesford Spa Country Railway, the Daylesford Sunday Market is one of the largest outdoor markets in Victoria with something for everyone. Also on offer are Vintage Train rides to the sleepy town of Bullarto on vechiles from the early to mid 20th Century Set in the historic Daylesford Railway Station, entry and car parking is free.

8am - 4pm, Sundays
		Daylesford Railway Station, Midland Hwy (Raglan St), - Daylesford
(Mel ref 609 C10)	Enquiries: (03) 5348 3503

Emerald Craft and Produce Market

In the beautiful township of Emerald in the Dandenong Ranges next to a beautiful little park is the Emerald Craft and Produce Market. Friendly stallholders sell high quality, homemade, home-grown or vintage goods. Ride Puffing Billy from Belgrave to Emerald Station or about a 1 hour drive from the CBD. A splendid day out in the hills.

9am to 3pm, 3rd Sunday of month
		cnr Kilvington Drive & Main Street - Emerald
(Mel ref 127 F4)	Enquiries: 0419 345 750

Emerald Lake Craft & Produce Market

A small occasional market selling handcrafts and fresh produce. For a special outing, White Hat recommends that you ride Puffing Billy from Belgrave, alight at Lakeside Station and enjoy the market and a picnic before returing on Puffing Billy to Belgrave. Announced dates for 2008 are 16 March and 13 & 20 April 2008.


		Emerald Lake Road - Emerald
	Enquiries: (03) 5968 4547

Other places of interest:

A visit to the Railfan shop in the city.

Good places to view current trains:

Viewing platform in North Melbourne
Middle Footscray and West Footscray Stations
Rialto Towers viewing area

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