We're proud to be supporting Penguin in Pink through our Pinktober Charity Trains this Sunday.
Cancer has touched the lives of so many people in our community. Through this special event, every ticket purchased helps support the fantastic work of Penguin in Pink and the local cancer warriors and families they assist across North West Tasmania.
Thank you to Penguin in Pink, The Advocate, Freddie Moffat and David Bellamy for helping shine a light on this important cause.
If you'd like to enjoy a heritage train ride while supporting a great local charity, tickets are still available for our 2pm Pinktober Charity Train this Sunday.
🚂 Steam restoration, carriage maintenance and traditional workshop skills... there's plenty happening behind the scenes at Don River Railway! 🔧
Our volunteers have been hard at work across several projects as we continue preserving Tasmania's railway heritage and working towards an exciting future for the railway.
🔥 Colin and Michael fired up the workshop furnace and carried out blacksmithing work for CCS25, putting traditional railway workshop skills to use as the locomotive's restoration continues.
🛠️ Lance has been machining new rod bushes for CCS25, with work now underway on reassembling the locomotive's drive gear. Every step brings us a little closer to our long-term goal of seeing a steam locomotive operating once again at Don River Railway.
🎨 Des has been sanding and repainting one of our historic end-platform carriages, helping ensure our heritage fleet remains looking its best for visitors and future generations.
Projects like these are only possible because of the incredible efforts of our volunteers. Whether your interests are mechanical work, machining, carpentry, painting, administration, customer service, track maintenance, train operations, or simply helping out where needed, there's a place for you at Don River Railway.
We're incredibly excited about the prospect of hearing a steam whistle echo across Don once again. Restoring a steam locomotive is a long journey, but every volunteer hour, every repaired component and every bit of progress helps move us closer to that goal.
Interested in getting involved?
Membership is just $5 per year and is the first step towards volunteering with us.
🎃👻 HALLOWEEN RETURNS TO DON RIVER RAILWAY! 👻🎃 This Halloween, Don River Railway transforms into a world of ghostly train rides, spooky characters, live entertainment and unforgettable Halloween experiences.
Choose from two unique events:
🎃 FAMILY HALLOWEEN Perfect for families and younger children, featuring train rides, trick-or-treating, roaming characters, street food and magical Halloween fun.
👻 HAUNTED RAIL ENCOUNTERS (13+) When darkness falls, the railway takes on a darker side, featuring scares, immersive experiences and supernatural encounters. 🎟 Every admission ticket includes one FREE Premium Experience Ticket!
📅 Friday 30 October - Sunday 1 November 🚂 Don River Railway, Don
Central Coast Mayor Cheryl Fuller has swapped the council chambers for the railway, recently putting her hand up to volunteer as a Trainee Guard with Don River Railway.
As a member of our Board, Cheryl is already helping drive our vision of seeing trains return all the way to Penguin. Now she's getting hands-on, learning the ropes alongside our volunteer crews and experiencing the railway firsthand.
It's a great reminder that volunteering is for everyone, no matter your background or day job. Whether you're a mayor, a tradie, a retiree or a student, there's a place for you at Don River Railway.
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Don River Railway is proud to be partnering with Penguin in Pink and The Fashion Treadmill for our Pinktober fundraiser in support of breast cancer charities.
Grab your tickets, wear your best pink outfit, and join us for a great day out while supporting an important cause.
We're proud to be supporting Penguin in Pink through our Pinktober Charity Trains this Sunday.
Cancer has touched the lives of so many people in our community. Through this special event, every ticket purchased helps support the fantastic work of Penguin in Pink and the local cancer warriors and families they assist across North West Tasmania.
Thank you to Penguin in Pink, The Advocate, Freddie Moffat and David Bellamy for helping shine a light on this important cause.
If you'd like to enjoy a heritage train ride while supporting a great local charity, tickets are still available for our 2pm Pinktober Charity Train this Sunday.
💗 No one fights alone.
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🚂 Steam restoration, carriage maintenance and traditional workshop skills... there's plenty happening behind the scenes at Don River Railway! 🔧
Our volunteers have been hard at work across several projects as we continue preserving Tasmania's railway heritage and working towards an exciting future for the railway.
🔥 Colin and Michael fired up the workshop furnace and carried out blacksmithing work for CCS25, putting traditional railway workshop skills to use as the locomotive's restoration continues.
🛠️ Lance has been machining new rod bushes for CCS25, with work now underway on reassembling the locomotive's drive gear. Every step brings us a little closer to our long-term goal of seeing a steam locomotive operating once again at Don River Railway.
🎨 Des has been sanding and repainting one of our historic end-platform carriages, helping ensure our heritage fleet remains looking its best for visitors and future generations.
Projects like these are only possible because of the incredible efforts of our volunteers. Whether your interests are mechanical work, machining, carpentry, painting, administration, customer service, track maintenance, train operations, or simply helping out where needed, there's a place for you at Don River Railway.
We're incredibly excited about the prospect of hearing a steam whistle echo across Don once again. Restoring a steam locomotive is a long journey, but every volunteer hour, every repaired component and every bit of progress helps move us closer to that goal.
Interested in getting involved?
Membership is just $5 per year and is the first step towards volunteering with us.
👉 members.donriverrailway.com.au/
Come and help us preserve the past while building the future of Don River Railway.
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🎃👻 HALLOWEEN RETURNS TO DON RIVER RAILWAY! 👻🎃
This Halloween, Don River Railway transforms into a world of ghostly train rides, spooky characters, live entertainment and unforgettable Halloween experiences.
Choose from two unique events:
🎃 FAMILY HALLOWEEN
Perfect for families and younger children, featuring train rides, trick-or-treating, roaming characters, street food and magical Halloween fun.
👻 HAUNTED RAIL ENCOUNTERS (13+)
When darkness falls, the railway takes on a darker side, featuring scares, immersive experiences and supernatural encounters.
🎟 Every admission ticket includes one FREE Premium Experience Ticket!
📅 Friday 30 October - Sunday 1 November
🚂 Don River Railway, Don
👉 Pre-purchase tickets now: www.donriverrailway.com.au/halloween
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Central Coast Mayor Cheryl Fuller has swapped the council chambers for the railway, recently putting her hand up to volunteer as a Trainee Guard with Don River Railway.
As a member of our Board, Cheryl is already helping drive our vision of seeing trains return all the way to Penguin. Now she's getting hands-on, learning the ropes alongside our volunteer crews and experiencing the railway firsthand.
It's a great reminder that volunteering is for everyone, no matter your background or day job. Whether you're a mayor, a tradie, a retiree or a student, there's a place for you at Don River Railway.
👉If you are interested in volunteering with us send us a message on Facebook and we'll be in touch ... See MoreSee Less
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💗 All Aboard for the Pinktober Train! 💗
Don River Railway is proud to be partnering with Penguin in Pink and The Fashion Treadmill for our Pinktober fundraiser in support of breast cancer charities.
Grab your tickets, wear your best pink outfit, and join us for a great day out while supporting an important cause.
🎟️ www.donriverrailway.com.au/tickets ... See MoreSee Less
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Bring Dad for his FREE Fathers Day train ride!
Every Dad loves trains - so whatever you’re planning for Father’s Day, make sure you bring Dad down to Don River Railway!
Dad's ride free when accompanied by any fare‑paying passenger. It’s the perfect excuse to treat Dad to a train ride.
🎟️ Tickets : www.donriverrailway.com.au/tickets
👉 Scroll to our Fathers Day Special Tickets
🛒 Add a free Fathers Ticket to your order
Make this Father’s Day one he’ll remember — because deep down, every dad loves trains! ... See MoreSee Less
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