Because the TMLR had limited finances, the line was built to the narrow (1067 mm) gauge and included long sections of steep gradients and sharp curves. The route of the railway was selected largely as a result of vocal local interests and accordingly traversed some reasonably unfavorable topography, particularly in the southern section. and was officially opened on 1 November 1876. It started construction of a 3' 6" gauge line between Hobart and Launceston in 1873 which was completed in December 1875. The company were the first operators of rail services between Hobart and Launceston, where it connected with the Launceston and Western Railway (L.W.R.) The Tasmanian Main Line Railway Company (T.M.R.L.) was a privately owned railway company that existed in Tasmania from 1872 to 1890. Random draws of entrants will be made at 11Am for the many other valuable e prizes - all proceeds to aid the restoration of Puffing Billy's big brother G42Īxle box cover from a Tasmanian Main Line Railway rail vehicle from 1874 ![]() Team Prize the four runners with the fastest aggregate team time will each win a return air ticket to Sydney on TAA to compete in the 1982 "the Sun City to surf" Prizes outright winner ( not Puffing Billy ) will receive two return tickets to USA on Pan Am Start 9 am at Belgrave Railway Station and enjoy a Sunday morning jog thru the scenic Dandenongs - join your family & friends at beautiful emerald lake finish - enjoy BBQ facilities & other family attractions The Great Train Race - 13.5km Belgrave to Emerald LakeĪ fun run with a difference - "Race Puffing Billy "Ĭan you beat Victorias famous 76 year old train ? Great Train Race Sign - Black printed ink Paper sign glued on to Masonite wood Historic - Puffing Billy Railway - PBRS fPublicity event sign Industrial Steam Roller - Road Construction, South Melbourne, Victoria, AustraliaĪveling & Porter 10 ton Steam Roller with roof and rear tool box Inscriptions & markingsĪn original Great Train Race publicity sign - from inaugural first great train race held on ran by the Puffing Billy Preservation society to raise funds for the restoration of G42 Garratt Locomotive city of prahran annual reports 1912-1913 The 10-ton steam roller worked 302 days, the Aveling and Porter 12½-ton roller worked 211 days while the Garrett steam wagon continues to carry tar and road materials. Service History : Title: City Surveyor's report Creator: Johnson, A.L Publisher: Prahran City Council Date: 1921. The company became the largest manufacturer of steam rollers in the world. Thomas Aveling and Richard Thomas Porter entered into partnership in 1862, developed a steam engine three years later in 1865. Users are advised to contact the source organisation to discuss appropriate reuse.īuilt by Aveling & Porter Ltd., Rochester, Kent, England Builder’s Number 11629 of 1923 Weight 10 Tons Used by the South Melbourne Council in road construction between 19 Aveling and Porter was a British agricultural engine and steam roller manufacturer. Reuse of any Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander material on this site may require cultural clearances. The length of this time varies and is determined by the community. Users of this site should be aware that in many areas of Australia, reproduction of the names and photographs of deceased people is restricted during a period of mourning. These views are not necessarily the views of Victorian Collections. Or recorded but may not be considered appropriate today. Some material may contain terms that reflect authors’ views, or those of the period in which the item was written Content also may include images and film of places that may cause sorrow. Please be aware that this website may contain culturally sensitive material - images, voices and information provided by now deceased persons.Ĭontent also may include images and film of places that may cause sorrow.Īboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are advised that this website may contain culturally sensitive material - images, voices and information provided by now deceased persons. ![]() ![]() We celebrate the history and contemporary creativity of the world’s oldest living culture and pay respect to Elders - past, present and future. We acknowledge the Traditional Owners of the place now called Victoria, and all First Peoples living and working on this land.
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