"Tracks of Triumph" launched at Freshwater Railway Station

Media ReleaseFriday, 31 October, 2003  Today amidst the tropical gardens and heritage railway carriages at Freshwater Railway Station the book “Tracks...
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Kuranda Scenic Railway Launches new Commentary System

Heritage Goes Hi-tech! The Kuranda Scenic Railway, Australia’s best known and visited scenic railway, now provides visitors to Tropical North Queensla...
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Museum & Theatrette

Freshwater Connection station includes a museum, and pioneer cottage which provide visitors with an interesting and educational experience.


Museum

Museum

The Museum, dedicated to the building of the railway and provides an interpretive replication of the railway and includes an interactive educational display on the history of Cairns and the construction of the Kuranda Scenic Railway.


Theaterette

Theatrette

The genuine railway worker's cottage, was home to Red Lynch, the Foreman who oversaw the building of the first section of the line. This cottage now includes a Theatrette showing the planning and construction of the Kuranda Scenic Railway.