Monday, 16 September 2013

Glenreagh Recreation Reserve campsite – NSW 10-09-2013

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Old Branch Line Station
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Old Branch Line  
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The ‘19’ Class steam engine named ‘Betty’ built in 1878 This engine 1919 is one of the oldest operational steam locos in Australia.
It is the only one of its class in working order by 2004.
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The ‘1919’ steam engine 'Betty' at Mole Creek tank – December 1957!
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Railway carriage day seating circa 1870’s
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The train journey to Katoomba, 68 miles and Mt Victoria, 79 miles; passes through the famous Blue Mountain scenery.
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Railway Sleeper compartment circa 1870’s  - Australian Cedar linings
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Typical Arnotts Biscuits delivery van by rail, used throughout Australia !
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Cumquat tree (Fortunella margarita) originates from China
Railway garden Cumquat tree that we harvested for marmalade!
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Lorikeet feeding on a golden Grevillea

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