The Old Bus replica Southern Cross II will soon fly again and visit communities around Australia

Greg Ellis
Updated April 15 2021 - 12:34am, first published June 29 2020 - 6:41pm
Job almost done: The front engine has been reconditioned and fitted on the front of the Southern Cross II the other two engines will arrive within days and be installed in their housing below the giant mono wing.
Job almost done: The front engine has been reconditioned and fitted on the front of the Southern Cross II the other two engines will arrive within days and be installed in their housing below the giant mono wing.

The final stage in the restoration of an an important part of Australian aviation history could be completed within weeks.

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Greg Ellis

Greg Ellis

Business Editor

Almost four decades in electronic, print and digital media. A writer, presenter, emcee, photographer and videographer with degrees in business management, marketing and human resources and tertiary qualifications in photography.

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