Toowoomba crowns the edge of the Great Dividing Range 700 metres above sea level, overlooking the Lockyer Valley. Brisbane's annual St Patrick's Day Paradeis back! Wooden carriages, A/C carriages and the tilt tains must use the standard level platforms. Graduating from NIDA in 1979, he appeared in a wide range of stage, film and TV roles, including the lead in the ABCs epic mini-series1915. Robert has led groups of like-minded enthusiasts on tours to places as diverse as South America, Pakistan and South Africa and more recently has been the celebrated tour leader on many Railway Adventure tours through Outback Queensland, Sri Lanka and India. Stephen is a trained mediator and has extensive experience in conflict resolution, management consulting, designing and running workshops, coaching, acting, and travel. 0000003049 00000 n Price: $3,985 Single Supplement: $645 ARHS Discount: $200 Date: 17 Mar 2021 - 25 Mar 2021 Details and Book At a Glance: Steam train journeys at Swanbank from Warwick to Wallangarra and on the Mary Valley Museum visits to Workshops Rail, Cobb+Co, Olds Engineering and military museums The camaraderie that comes from both shared purpose and shared experiences on tour is an important aspect of the journey Scott adds. Just one example of how Scott finds inspiration for a tour can be found in Outback Queensland. They have restored and re-built the locomotive sheds, workshops, water tower, repairs to the turntable, relaying of railway lines and erecting fencing. Now that the work is completed, volunteers have put up their hands to continue the restoration of the old railway carriages. ARHS Discount: $200 While we do visit famous tourist destinations on some trips, the attraction is i n the journey itself, as well as in the remote regions most travellers have never seen. An inland rail line linking Melbourne and Brisbane via Wagga Wagga, Parkes, Moree and Toowoomba has been commissioned by the Australian Government, with $300 million committed to finalise planning, engineering design and environmental assessments. He now works with Virgin and continues to explore the Australia and the world. He also worked for over 10 years in the health sector in NSW to assist in improving workplace culture. 0000089515 00000 n Fine food excursions to Warwick and Stanthorpe will give our guests the opportunity to sample the best our region has to offer. Make sure to copy Registration number after successful submission. I alsokeep very active, which helps relieve the stresses of everyday life. 0000061032 00000 n We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport?, What is the quickest option?, How much do tickets usually cost? Downs Explorer operates steam train tours from Warwick to Wallangarra, Toowoomba, Goondiwindi and Inglewood at select times during the year - see the website for details. The journey incorporates tours in cities and towns along the way including Dalby, Maryborough, and Gympie, as well as explorations of exquisite national parks and mountains. As Queensland's largest inland city, Toowoomba offers all the benefits of urban living without any of the big-city 'hassles'. The grounds can be accessed most days of the week, however the train tracks are out of bounds to visitors as it is an operating line and trains can come through unannounced. Barbara has been part of the Railway Adventures tour leader team since April 2021 and loves being part of a like-minded group that supports a well-planned and inspirational itinerary, creating lifelong memories with enthusiastic passengers. Internationally, shes travelled to many countries across Asia, Europe, North America, and Africa. This site was chosen as the original train 'turntable' was still in place. Queensland Rail Travel operates a train from Brisbane Roma Street to Toowoomba twice a week. 0000060704 00000 n Downs Explorer operates steam train tours from Warwick to Wallangarra, Toowoomba, Goondiwindi and Inglewood at select times during the year - see the website for details. Bernadette is a trained actor, psychologist, businesswoman, and writer. The infrastructure project is expected to cost around $14.5 billion and create more than 21,500 jobs across New South Wales, Victoria and Queensland during construction. His great life adventure was when he rode almost 6,000kms on his mountain bike throughout 12 countries in Europe over a 5-month period in 1998! From Brisbane take a rail journey through the rich farmlands of the Darling Downs to Charleville. He speaks Portuguese and a little German. In the steam locomotive era, all the heavy goods trains from Brisbane had to have an engine at the rear to push them from Murphy's Creek to Toowoomba. Come along and see the world of model railways where the grass is green and flowers bright and colourful. Brisbane to Toowoomba train services, operated by Queensland Rail Travel, arrive at Toowoomba station. 0000042834 00000 n Downs Steam is in the process of restoring the only C16-106 QR Class locomotive left in existence. A true citizen of the World, John Medcalf has a wealth of travel experience. You'll find the Warwick Railway Precinct on the corner of Hamilton Street and Fitzroy Street where the old Warwick Locomotive Depot used to be, (closed in 1970). Single Supplement: $645 Springtime Steam Spectacular to the Carnival of Flowers and Beyond - 22 - 30 September 2021 BRISBANE WARWICK TOOWOOMBA DALBY MARYBOROUGH GYMPIE Scott McGregor's Railway Adventures tour is more than just a holiday, it is a unique way to experience the world. The 'Downs Explorer' offers you a range of unique heritage rail experiences through some of the most picturesque countryside in Australia. Is there a direct train between Brisbane and Toowoomba? 0000004276 00000 n Cue delicious local food and wine, show rides and live music from some of the countrys top performers. 0000090572 00000 n 0000037710 00000 n Thank you for subscribing to our newsletter. There are 99+ hotels available in Toowoomba. John says Its hard to define a favourite destination, as I still get a buzz out of visiting new destinations. 0000048442 00000 n Reduced mobility access is available on specific carriages. On board passengers can move between the carriages, take in the sights from the petite balconies and relax with the gentle sway of the steam train. In 1975 he ventured to South Africa to photograph steam in its heyday and returned to Australia late 1978. Mende has been with Railway Adventures since July 2022 in customer service and sales, he has a passion for geography, geopolitics and history. Graemes professional life was in water resource engineering and operations, a field in which he is still involved, and this resulted in him residing in a number of rural locations in NSW and Tasmania. He has explored every State and Territory in Australia and especially enjoys spending time in regional and remote places. 0000043047 00000 n 0000091446 00000 n Hayley has worked with people of all ages, nationalities and abilities, and understands how important holidays are to her passengers she is passionate about not only justifying the financial outlay but their expectations and dreams. 0000080808 00000 n There you find some of Australias most eccentric and appealing trains and together with a mail-plane flight over the Gulf and some interesting local coach and boat trips you have the essence of a quintessential Aussie outback adventure. 0000089460 00000 n It looks like your browser does not have JavaScript enabled. A fluent Italian speaker and a lover of all things Italian, a move from corporate travel to Air Zimbabwe, introduced a new passion, all things African. The Swanbank Collier is a 1 hour 10 minute trip from the scenic Swanbank station set in idyllic lakeside grounds. Discover the natural wonders of Queensland's southwest outback aboard our Westlander. A 2013 Commonwealth Government report said a system linking Melbourne, Sydney and Brisbane could cost as much as $110 billion-plus and take 50 years to construct in its entirety - although the . Recommended Bus Take the bus from Brisbane to Toowoomba 1h 45m $21 - $50 Train Take the train from Brisbane Roma Street to Toowoomba 3h 50m His list of countries visited now exceeds 70. Excellent service! From 1 August 2022 almost all restrictions have been lifted for travel on our railway. 0000004880 00000 n 0000002935 00000 n Shes been a big part of our team and has co-hosted many tours with Scott McGregor as well as running a few in her own right. A once in a lifetime and thoroughly enjoyable opportunity to ride a living, fiery steam engine working from the footplate beyond amazing!!". Our Heritage Railway is a living Rail Museum. GPO. Experiencing the half-light of Icelandic winters and driving into the unending horizons of the South Gobi Desert have been some of her favourite moments. We look forward to welcoming you in the country soon. The average travel time between Toowoomba and Brisbane is around 2h 30m, although the fastest bus will take about 1h 50m.This is the time it takes to travel the 66 miles that separates the two cities. The best feeling in the world is when I welcome these same people on repeat journeys. Operating completely independently I work with small business owners and accountants organising the accounting side of the business. 0000089148 00000 n ONLINE CATALOG; GENEALOGY; eBOOKS; TUMBLE BOOKS; CREATIVE BUG; Call Facebook Without a subpoena, voluntary compliance on the part of your Internet Service Provider, or additional records from a third party, information stored or retrieved for this purpose alone cannot usually be used to identify you. Our Henderson Rd Bookshop is open 9am-3pm M-F and 9-1 Saturday. For 2 weeks every year Scott charters the Viceroy Special heritage train to tour the island on a gentle rail cruise with a lucky group of travellers. New tours are launched regularly, inspired by new trains, new routes and the growing interest in taking a train to some of the worlds most fascinating places. Eighty-four countries (and many varied careers) later, she still considers travel to be the most exciting and broadening of experiences. See a variety of layouts where the trains run through the beautiful scenery. As a child growing up in Sydney he witnessed the very last of the days of steam on the railways of NSW and thus began a fascination for trains and rail travel that continues today. The service departs Brisbane at 19:15 in the evening, which arrives into Toowoomba at 23:05. Access Queensland Rail Travel on Instagram, Access Queensland Rail Travel on Facebook, Access Queensland Rail Travel on Trip Advisor. Its romantic, relaxing and about as much fun as you can have!. FAX: Fax the booking form and credit card details to:- (07) 3252 1767. Toowoomba offers the best of both worlds, a relaxed lifestyle and easy access to Brisbane and the Gold and Sunshine Coasts. "The financial case for the Toowoomba to Gladstone rail are superior to that of Toowoomba to Brisbane." In the view of Mr Abbott and the GPC, an extension to Gladstone would be cheaper to construct than a line from Toowoomba into the dense heart of Brisbane and the value generated over time would exceed that of a Toowoomba to Brisbane link. Posted Sat 30 Oct 2021 at 8:15pm Saturday 30 Oct 2021 at 8:15pm Sat 30 Oct 2021 at 8:15pm, . 0000006163 00000 n Yes, there is a direct train departing from Brisbane Roma Street and arriving at Toowoomba. When the travels are done, coming back to my own train in the beautiful Mudgee mountains is the most restorative and magical time for this committed rail romantic, Scott says. Carnival of Trains. Steam Train Tours. Signup for our newsletter to get notified about our next ride. 2021 Dec 16: An inflatable castle that was being used for a year-end celebration at Hillcrest . On 31 July 1865, the first train journey in Queensland departed from the original Ipswich railway station near the present-day Workshops, and steamed west to Bigges Camp, later renamed Grandchester. A never-before-seen perspective on Australias amazing wilderness, Join UK author Alexander McCall Smith at Brisbane Powerhouse, Say goodbye to summer in style by sitting on a rooftop drinking rose, Elevate your fitness routine with a diverse range of free classes for all fitness levels, including Pilates, Zumba & Yoga Flow, A green party boat cruise, the annual St Patrick's Day parade and a fantastic Irish concert - three of the top ways to celebrate, From sunset opera by the river, 2-day cocktail expo, and stunning arts and food night market to a secret new laneway bar some top things to do, Get into the Irish spirit this St Patrick's Day weekend with a stunning dance performance that has wowed the world. Air accident: Tarago, New South Wales: 6: 1992 Jun 19: . The road distance is 125.5 km. itinerary Day 1. He joined the Bank of NSW in 1966, where he progressed through the ranks, including service in London with the International Division. Java, Cuba, Southern Africa, India and the New England region of NSW are just some of the newer adventures on offer. He was in the inaugural cast of Les Miserables for Cameron Mackintosh. ), and anywhere where you learn something you didnt know!. Its significance stems from 150 years of railway history and the attraction of its beautiful landscaped gardens. It began in her very early twenties, when she set off to see the world. SCOTT MCGREGOR has been involved in the media for over 30 years as an actor, presenter, writer and producer,but sharing his love of travel, and particularly railway travel, is where his passion now lies. He regularly travels by rail on local trains throughout South East Asia and many other countries, discovering how the spread of rail routes has led to the development and enhancement of culture and life in rural communities and cities. Only electric trains and SX cars are allowed to use high level platforms. 0000042900 00000 n DownsSteam needs your expertise! Kevin also has a passion for football and has researched, designed and led over 20 football fan tours to five World Cups and other major tournaments over the last 18 years. And dont miss the incredible Dreamtime carriage a 3D artwork that needs to be seen to be believed. Initially in heritage railways when he was asked to join a volunteer working party at the Ffestiniog Railway in Wales. We had such an amazing day and appreciate the volunteers time and efforts. Train lovers will thoroughly enjoy the museum carriage! After being shut down for so long due to COVID they are finally able to start operating again. While Scotts acting career of 30 years kept him busy starring in numerous TV shows and stage plays and then as an on-air presenter on programs such as Better Homes and Gardens, Room for Improvement and various pay-TV programs, his passion forrailway tourswas ever-present. 0000005730 00000 n Call1300 800 977now to request a brochure on our domestic tours in 2021. A career in media as a producer and director afforded Mike the professional skills to record railways by photographing and more prominently filming railways. 0000090944 00000 n And, for more great things to see and do in Ipswich, visit Discover Ipswich HERE. After 26 years with Qantas John logged another 25 years as a Tour Manager leading tours in Australia and overseas. Please contact the office at [emailprotected] or call us on 1300 800 977 to be added to the waitlist and receive information on future departures of this tour. Once back in Australia, she managed of group of spa cabins and wedding venue, and for the next 10 years owned and managed a local Teahouse and Australian Gallery. Toowoomba Cobb+Co Museum Cobb+Co Museum houses the National Carriage Collection - Australia's finest collection of more than 50 horse-drawn vehicles from coaches, buggies and wagons to carriages, sulkies and carts. What a great job they are doing there all volunteers and NO Government assistance it is a great tourist attraction. 0000091757 00000 n Commuter train crashed into a stalled chartered steam train. The early locomotives were small and could only travel comfortably at about 25 km per hour but despite this the railways contributed greatly to the State's development and economy. Queensland Railway commence carrying bulk cement from the early 1940's. "FF" wagons were steel lined, floor and part of the side and ends had sheet steel added. A not-for-profit organisation, most of the restoration work has been completed by 'work for the dole' participants. Services depart twice a week, and operate Tuesday and Thursday. A charter flight from Windorah to Toowoomba broke up in flight and crashed on the evening of 28 August 1983, near Adavale . Swap the hustle of the city for lush green hills, award-winning wineries, farm stays, glamping and roaring fireplaces in friendly country villages discoverall thisin Southern Queensland Country. Surrounded by railway books and antiquities as well as being immersed in a household operational life of Queensland Rail, Mike soon found opportunities to travel with his father on locomotives. (A $90; Conc $85; Child $50; Fam 2A+2C - $240)D. Take a short trip on the same train for to Yandina and return (for the locals). Eamonn joined Launceston City Council in 2013 as Tourism Manager until a wish to semi retire gave him the opportunity to start a small day tour company, Prestige Tours Tasmania, which, over the last few years has seen him leading and hosting tours on various themes all over the island. Platforms 4 to 9 are part high level and part standard level - because the high level platform cannot be built on curves. Downs Explorer is a unique destination where you can experience their museum and precinct, a delight for visitors of all ages. Bundamba Racecourse Station (Out of Service During Covid) Located on T.L. Journey west to the Great Dividing Range. He enthusiastically followed every boys dream of becoming a steam engine driver, becoming involved in the railway preservation movement at an early age, and today he is a regular volunteer steam driver and trainer at a number of preserved railways in Victoria. (A$25; C$10). At the Railway Adventures office, she works in operations but has experience in customer service and sales, having previously worked for other businesses in travel. This Steam Railway is definitely one to tick off your train bucket list and will be sure to delight the whole family. The Inland Rail is a 1,700-kilometre rail line connecting Melbourne to Brisbane for the purpose of transporting freight. Mariah is passionate about gastronomy and languages and speaks English, Portuguese, French and Spanish. 0000002276 00000 n ALAN COLTMAN is a retired English police officer, having served for 30 years, and considers this a perfect training ground for his current role as a professional tour leader. Nice to know - Light refreshments, sweets, chips and soft drinks will be available to purchase on board. 120 0 obj <> endobj xref Peter is a Tour Leader, a Rail Enthusiast, and a Tour Organiser speciali s ing in Railway Journeys in South America. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures. Special thanks to Peter. 0000088998 00000 n MIKE CONDON wasborn into a railway family with connections to Queensland Rail stretching back to the 1890s, and so was destined to share this passion of railways. Trains run through the beautiful scenery with a Model Railway Museum to visit as well. Choosing either a coastal route or an inland journey, patrons are looked after by the Rainbow Serpent who created the mountains and rivers according to aboriginal lore. Hello World Travel / Anne, 2021. Where does the Brisbane to Toowoomba train arrive? *** To ride the trains, enclosed footwear must be worn and 50 were here. The train runs, on average, 2 times per week from Brisbane to Toowoomba. The colonial delights of Maryborough, home to the creator of Mary Poppins and just up the road the seaside town of Hervey Bay is the bookend to this varied adventure. Passionate about the arts, culture, and how others live, Bernadettes travel experiences are many and varied. 0000007709 00000 n 0000056325 00000 n Watch the outback come to life as you pass through wide-open farming, grazing country to regional towns o f Dalby, Roma, Mitchell, and Charleville. 0000037867 00000 n 0000090869 00000 n Prices start at $150AUD per night. The hinged ridge pole was replaced by a fixed tarpaulin supports. 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Cooney Avenue, just off Brisbane Road, is the Racecourse Train Station. Premium Economy class seats on the Spirit of Queensland, The lounge car on the Spirit of Queensland tilt train, Rome2rio uses cookies to help personalize content and show you personalised ads. Win a small business promotional package worth $5,000 to advertise on Must Do Brisbane! 0000006406 00000 n He switched from Road Design to theatre via Queensland Uni. From there we turn North West and venture across the rich Darling Downs to Dalby soaking up the rural landscapes, historic homes and colonial histories. "Thank you to all the Mary Valley Rattler team for a truly fantastic footplate experience! Train traveller, well known TV personality and travel company owner, Scott McGregor, has travelled on some of the worlds most inspiringrailway toursand led the most exclusive group adventures to numerous exotic destinations over the years. The Queensland Pioneer Steam Railway operates passenger services out of Swanbank Station located by the picturesque Swanbank Lakeside park. He is known for his relaxed but efficient way of running tours. Mike has a wide range of interests including history, arts and travel. During his time in Adelaide Phil has gained considerable knowledge about South Australia in a variety of areas, including previous and current rail operations. 0000090097 00000 n 0000022120 00000 n The first railway between Sydney and Brisbane via the scenic New England route has been closed for decades. Need to know - The special steam train is scheduled for the 2.5 hour round trip, departing from The Workshops Rail Museum at 10am on 6 October 2018. The Downs Explorer aims to provide a unique heritage railway experience on the Darling Downs and Granite Belt through the operation of our tourist railway. It was whilst he was marketing manager, he became involved in the very early days of the Welsh Highland Railway Project. 0000007250 00000 n Proudly powered by, Commissioner Railmotors RM2004 & RM2032. Bernadette has navigated groups of kids through Eisteddfod competitions, teens through personal development programs, and adults across countries. htRmHSQ~k996c?rA&RCFP5$a00[I#)}P=ry8 8@0F)~. Aa a child of the last days of steam trains in the busy junction town of Orange, NSW; trains heading in all directions offering temptations and dreams of faraway places, left an indelible impression on a young, inquisitive boy and Scott has been riding the rails in one form or another ever since. You'll find the Warwick Railway Precinct on the corner of Hamilton Street and Fitzroy Street where the old Warwick Locomotive Depot used to be, (closed in 1970).