Uploaded September 2026 | Updated September 2026, 2 hours ago

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Across the weekend of 12th/13th September, Sydney Rail Services operated the Newcastle Picnic Train tour, featuring Steam Locomotive R766. R766 has recently accredited to run on the Sydney Network, making this the first time an R Class Steam Locomotive has travelled to Newcastle. The train was assisted by Diesel Locomotive 42107.

We saw the train climbing the grade through Beecroft Station on the morning of Sunday 13th September.

For more information on upcoming tours, be sure to check out the Picnic Train's website here:
*https://www.picnictrain.com.au/

ENJOY!