History of the ORIGINAL Steam Train
Take a (steam train) down memory lane and see how it all started!
1964 - The steam train was built in Brisbane by engineer James Jackson. Founder of the Currumbin Bird Sanctuary (as it was known at the time) Alex Griffiths introduces a miniature railway system, to help guests navigate the whole Sanctuary.
1974 - The track is extended to travel under the new Currumbin Creek Bridge. It wasn’t long before the Sanctuary train began picking up steam – in 1974 the track was extended to comfortably escort guests on a scenic journey throughout the even larger expanse of sanctuary land.
1974-1986 – Over time, four Diesel trains were added to the fleet to help keep up with demand.
2024 – The original steam train of the fleet turns 60 years, continuing to be one of the favourite experiences of guests.
Come along and celebrate this amazing milestone together with us!
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