Nambour’s much-loved miniature railway is celebrating its 46th birthday on Sunday, November 22, with a special day of train rides and a birthday surprise for visitors.
The Sunshine Coast Railway Modellers Society first began running miniature trains at Mini Rail Park on November 22, 1980, with just one circuit on the upper level of the park.
Since then, dedicated volunteers have expanded the railway to 1km of track and made extensive improvements to its facilities.
To celebrate the milestone, steam, battery and petrol locomotives will be hauling passengers around the tracks from 10am to 2pm, weather and locomotives permitting.
Visitors can enjoy a ride on their favourite train or experience several different locomotives throughout the day. And there’s a special birthday treat – anyone who can prove their birthday falls on November 22 will receive a free ride.
The railway continues to offer an affordable family outing, with tickets costing $3 for one ride or $15 for six rides. Children aged four and under travel free when accompanied by a fare-paying adult.
A sausage sizzle and cold drinks will also be available. For safety reasons, all passengers must wear enclosed shoes, with thongs and open-toed footwear not permitted. Organisers also remind visitors that the miniature locomotives have weight limits, meaning larger groups may need to travel on separate trains.
The miniature railway is located at Mini Rail Park, 1 Florence Street, off Hospital Road, Nambour, with parking available about 100 metres away at the Queensland Rail station car park. EFTPOS facilities are available. For enquiries, phone 0417 769 993 after 8am.