This spring Illawarra residents can take their pick from a variety of heritage train experiences, from the iconic Cockatoo Run and Kiama Picnic Train to an after-dark adventure at Illawarra Light Railway ...
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1. Kiama Picnic Train, October 5-6
Get the full steam train experience in traditional open-windowed period carriages, hauled by steam power only. Buy food from the buffet car or bring a picnic. Details.
2. Night Time Express, September 28
Catch the night train, have a night BBQ and let the kids play in the grounds from 4pm to 9pm at the Illawarra Light Railway at 48 Tongarra Road, Albion Park Rail. Details.
3. Cockatoo Run, September 22
Hauled by a vintage diesel locomotive, the vintage train climbs the escarpment, through rainforests, past waterfalls and the spectacular viaduct. The train makes a stop at summit tank so passengers can take in the view over Lake Illawarra out to the Tasman Sea. Details.
4. Steam Train Sunday, most Sundays until Nov
Take the NSW Rail Museum's 45-minute steam train ride from historic Thirlmere station to Buxton and return along the Thirlmere Heritage Railway. Details.
5. Illawarra Live Steamers, September 22
Ride the miniature trains at Stuart Park in North Wollongong. The grounds open about 8.30am with trains running from 10am to mid-afternoon. Details.
