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Central Coast Mayor Cheryl Fuller has swapped the council chambers for the railway, recently putting her hand up to volunteer as a Trainee Guard with Don River Railway.

As a member of our Board, Cheryl is already helping drive our vision of seeing trains return all the way to Penguin. Now she's getting hands-on, learning the ropes alongside our volunteer crews and experiencing the railway firsthand.

It's a great reminder that volunteering is for everyone, no matter your background or day job. Whether you're a mayor, a tradie, a retiree or a student, there's a place for you at Don River Railway.

πŸ‘‰If you are interested in volunteering with us send us a message on Facebook and we'll be in touch
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πŸ’— All Aboard for the Pinktober Train! πŸ’—

Don River Railway is proud to be partnering with Penguin in Pink and The Fashion Treadmill for our Pinktober fundraiser in support of breast cancer charities.

Grab your tickets, wear your best pink outfit, and join us for a great day out while supporting an important cause.

🎟️ www.donriverrailway.com.au/tickets
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Bring Dad for his FREE Fathers Day train ride!

Every Dad loves trains - so whatever you’re planning for Father’s Day, make sure you bring Dad down to Don River Railway!

Dad's ride free when accompanied by any fare‑paying passenger. It’s the perfect excuse to treat Dad to a train ride.

🎟️ Tickets : www.donriverrailway.com.au/tickets
πŸ‘‰ Scroll to our Fathers Day Special Tickets
πŸ›’ Add a free Fathers Ticket to your order

Make this Father’s Day one he’ll remember β€” because deep down, every dad loves trains!
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Our locomotive U6 waits patiently at Don Station on a cold Tasmanian morning. 🌀️

The winter light settles over the yard as our volunteers move through their morning checks, getting everything ready for another day on the line.

We’re open and running trainsThursday to Sunday, 10am–2pm. It might be chilly, but it’s a beautiful time to ride the railway and see it come to life.

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Our volunteers at our Inveresk Workshop have carried out a painstaking top to bottom restoration of First Class Carriage AAL 11.

Built for the Tasmanian Railways in the 1930’s these carriages were the pinnacle of first class travel at the time - with plush seating, ornate timberwork and interiors.

AAL 11 has now been restored from top to bottom, with a rebuilt roof, re-upholstered seating, and restored timberwork throughout. Every detail showcases the skill and patience of our volunteer team who have been working on this multi-year restoration.

AAL 11 is now awaiting its return to Don River Railway, ready to showcase the golden age of Tasmanian rail travel once again.

πŸ‘‰If you want to join our restorations team working on projects like this, send us a message on Facebook.
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There’s something special about seeing the railway from the locomotive cab β€” the curve of the line ahead and the train stretching back behind you.

This cab view from Emu Bay Railway’s locomotive 1002 captures the magic perfectly. Come ride with us, meet the crew, and enjoy a trip on the rails with us.

πŸ•°οΈ We are open and running trains this week Thurs–Sun, 10am–2pm
🎟️ donriverrailway.com.au/tickets
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