Queensland Rail 150 years

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Media release 1st August 2015

Rail150: Thank you Queensland Rail!



RAIL Back On Track (http://backontrack.org) a web based community support group for rail and public transport and an advocate for public transport passengers has congratulated all who have been part of Queensland Government Railways and Queensland Rail on achieving 150 years of continuous operation. We particularly want to acknowledge the Queensland Rail staff and Heritage Volunteers that have made the Rail 150th year events such a spectacular success.

Robert Dow, Spokesman for RAIL Back On Track said:

"Back in January events kicked off with a steam train to Northern Queensland."

"Various commemorative events have continued throughout this year. All done well, and appreciated by Queenslanders and visitors all over Queensland where the steel rails continue to connect our far flung communities."

"Rail was the transport mode that opened up Queensland and Australia. Rail will once again flourish as sensible, safe and efficient transport systems continue to develop."

"Congratulations and thanks to all involved in the 150 years of continuous operation of rail services in Queensland, and thank you for the celebrations and such wonderful community engagement and events."





Queensland Rail Heritage locomotive BB18-1/4 class, number 1079
Roma St and Central stations Brisbane
Photographs R Dow July 2015

Contact:

Robert Dow
Administration
admin@backontrack.org
RAIL Back On Track http://backontrack.org


Reference:

1.  Queensland Rail 150 years --> http://railbotforum.org/mbs/index.php?topic=10462.0

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Sherwood to Indooroopilly by Steam. 

R Dow 31st July 2015

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Milton, onto the Exhibition loop line

R Dow 31st July 2015

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Queensland Rail

Have you heard? Due to customer request we're making a beautiful coffee table book to capture the amazing #Rail150 birthday celebration highlights throughout 2015.

You have just until this Sunday (8 November) to contribute any photos you've taken to be considered for inclusion. Thanks to everyone who has already submitted.

Simply email your best images along with your full name, contact details and photos details including location, date and caption to marketing@qr.com.au .

The book will make a really special Christmas present and be available for purchase from queenslandrail.com.au early next month.

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Twitter

Robert Dow ‏@Robert_Dow

Congratulations @QueenslandRail !  Gold winner Cultural Tourism: 150 years of rail --> http://www.queenslandtourismawards.com.au./

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Sent to all outlets:

15th November 2015

Gold Award- Rail150: Thank you Queensland Rail!

Greetings,

Congratulations to Queensland Rail for the Gold Award Cultural Tourism - 'Queensland Rail's 150 years of rail' at the 2015 Queensland Tourism Awards [  http://www.queenslandtourismawards.com.au/ ]

Congratulations to all other winners!

Best wishes
Robert

Robert Dow
Administration
admin@backontrack.org
RAIL Back On Track http://backontrack.org

Media release 1st August 2015

Rail150: Thank you Queensland Rail!



RAIL Back On Track (http://backontrack.org) a web based community support group for rail and public transport and an advocate for public transport passengers has congratulated all who have been part of Queensland Government Railways and Queensland Rail on achieving 150 years of continuous operation. We particularly want to acknowledge the Queensland Rail staff and Heritage Volunteers that have made the Rail 150th year events such a spectacular success.

Robert Dow, Spokesman for RAIL Back On Track said:

"Back in January events kicked off with a steam train to Northern Queensland."

"Various commemorative events have continued throughout this year. All done well, and appreciated by Queenslanders and visitors all over Queensland where the steel rails continue to connect our far flung communities."

"Rail was the transport mode that opened up Queensland and Australia. Rail will once again flourish as sensible, safe and efficient transport systems continue to develop."

"Congratulations and thanks to all involved in the 150 years of continuous operation of rail services in Queensland, and thank you for the celebrations and such wonderful community engagement and events."





Queensland Rail Heritage locomotive BB18-1/4 class, number 1079
Roma St and Central stations Brisbane
Photographs R Dow July 2015

Contact:

Robert Dow
Administration
admin@backontrack.org
RAIL Back On Track http://backontrack.org


Reference:

1.  Queensland Rail 150 years --> http://railbotforum.org/mbs/index.php?topic=10462.0

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Twitter

Queensland Rail ‏@QueenslandRail 7m

We're delighted to be awarded Gold for our #Rail150 program & Bronze for our KSR at the Qld Tourism Awards #QTA15 pic.twitter.com/JvqTphOdBB

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Connecting Communities for 150 years

Rail 150 Coffee Table Book

Santa's little helpers have been busy putting the finishing touches on the #Rail150 coffee table book.

Connecting Communities for 150 years, the book will reflect on the many memorable moments from the steam train journeys and events held throughout Queensland in 2015.

The book is now available to purchase for $49.95* through our secure online store.

>> http://www.queenslandrail.com.au/ourhistory/the-queensland-rail-journey/connecting-communities-for-150-years

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^ ordered a copy.   

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