Ida Bay Railway Australia’s most southern most railway is virtually unknown. Technically it’s a tramway built in the 1890’s to take limestone out to the waiting ships in the port. It runs from Ida Bay (south of Southport, Tasmania) to Deep Hole which has a mile long secluded beach. You can even camp out overnight … Continue reading Railways to Ride and Railways Ridden
Starting with a fine trestle bridge this walk is a short stroll to Noojee railway station.
A book commuters can relate to! Originally published as The Commuters this mystery is ideal for the commuter and train buff.
As part of our tour to cover the surrounds of Inverloch before the holiday house is no longer in our hands, we went to Korumburra.
When Ballarat puts on display all of its heritage and historic relics.
Our visit to Daylesford and then having lunch in Trentham. A lovely country drive taking in sights such as a railway and waterfall.
Yarra Valley Railway Steam Festival at Healesville in 2011. Train rides and much to see around the station area.
A short visit to Korumburra’s Coal Creek historical park. It’s now free, but quite a few exhibits have disappeared including the saw mill; a part of the park I loved.
Visiting Mum and Dad in Ballarat, taking the train this time.
Watching Mark Laidlay compete at the Bagshot Rally meet and having a look at some old gold mining and railway relics on the way home.
