Mornington Railway in Mount Eliza, Victoria, Australia | History Museum

Mornington Railway

Locality: Mount Eliza, Victoria, Australia

Phone: +61 1300 767 274

Address: Moorooduc Station Street address 460 Moorooduc Highway 3930 Mount Eliza, VIC, Australia

Website: http://www.morningtonrailway.org.au

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25.01.2022 Don't forget to enter the competition to Win a Family Pass!! Competition closes tomorrow!

25.01.2022 Why not welcome in 2021 with a new experience? Drive a Locomotive on Saturday 23rd of January on the Mornington Railway. Book now online to reserve your place as this opportunity is limited and always very popular. https://www.trybooking.com/BNWEY

25.01.2022 Just a reminder send us your children’s questions as a DM for Batmanto answer by 4pm today 23/09. We are all so very excited for all children to have Batman take time to answer these important questions. Photo @yorsysphotography #batman #capedcrusader #schoolholidays #onlineactivities #morningtonpeninsula #mornpenkids #forthekids #allforthekids #entertainment #entertainmenthire #familyentertainment

23.01.2022 General reminder that during present arrangements for covid restrictions we are unable to allow on the running day walk up ticket purchases. Tickets for compartments onboard for groups up to 4 passenger start at $60. With our maximum due to density limits for groups of 6 for $80. You can also book a second compartment for larger groups maintaining social distance and family bubble groups. Other T&C’s and online fees apply. Online bookings currently open for Sunday’s in Janua...ry and February. https://www.trybooking.com/BNQYK

23.01.2022 At the 11 hour of the 11th day of the 11th Month we pause to Remember. LEST WE FORGET.

21.01.2022 Due to the current situation, that has sadly kept the railway closed to the public this school holidays, we have not been able to run our usual Spring holiday Superhero Special Train Rides. Our friend, Batman was so looking forward to giving us his time this year for a visit, and has offered to answer any children’s questions in a video message later this week. Can families please record your children asking a question, or two, for the caped crusader. We will then make sure ...it is sent off for his reply within the upcoming video. Please DM the railway as soon as possible so we can send them all in on Wednesday at 4pm. We look forward to bringing this holiday activity with a difference. Photo with thanks Yorsys Photography. See more

20.01.2022 Less than an hour to go before the competition finishes! Make sure you upload your photo into the comments!

20.01.2022 Here we see our cutest engine W241 rolling back into Moorooduc at the end of a massive day last Sunday. With sold out trains it was a great start to 2021. Thanks to volunteer and transport enthusiast @antstransportvlogs13 for allowing us the use of this cracking image. Bookings are essential to travel presently with link to tickets in our bio or pinned Facebook post. #mornington #heritagetrain #flowers #morningtonpenisula #lovelyscene

20.01.2022 This coming Sunday was set to be the railways opportunity to commemorate Remembrance Day Live at Mornington Station. With the current restrictions still in place we have had mark the special day with an online event. Sunday 8th November at 10:55am is the start our virtual event on our Facebook page. Everyone is welcome to tune in. Watch for Facebook event for further details. Image from 2019 event. #remembranceday #lestweforget #poppy #virtual #wewillrememberthem

20.01.2022 Our volunteer lococmotive crew pose along with the models. This was a recently arranged photo Session during a running day at the railway. When looking for a special location for the next Kindergarden/School or Work function, even Wedding Reception! Large group bookings are welcome. Contact the friendly team to discuss the options best suited to your needs. Big thanks to Photographer Peter Elgar as well as Models,Make-up Artists for allowing the railway to use this wonderful Image.

19.01.2022 ** COMPETITION CLOSED ** School Holiday Fun! Build your favourite Steam or Diesel Train for things around your house (tissue box, toilet rolls, milk cartons) for your chance to win a Family Pass to Mornington Railway! ... Upload your photos of your trains to the comments on the original post so we can pick a winner! Don’t forget to ask your Parents for help! Competition not affliated with Facebook or Instagram Family Pass valid for 2 Adults and 2 Children - Kids under 4 travel free Competition closes Sunday 11th October 2020 - Winner announced Tuesday 13th October 2020. Winner chosen at random.

18.01.2022 **IMPORTANT SERVICE UPDATE** In response to todays announcement from the Victorian State Government, Mornington Railway have had to cancel our upcoming operations of the heritage train rides for Sunday 14th February. Railway management will continue to monitor for any future announcements from the State Government and update you with any changes. One of our volunteers will be in touch with those who have pre-purchased tickets, explaining the options available.... Stay safe everyone we look forward to welcoming you back to the railway soon! See more

18.01.2022 The Moorooduc Station Market is happen once again first Sunday in March. With loads of things to see, try and buy. -One hour return heritage train rides at 10am, 12pm & 2pm. Pre-purchase tickets required (covid safe). - 60+ stalls with a wide variety of items on sale including amazing food stalls.... - Dog friendly market (leads required). - Free on-site parking for 180 cars, extra just a short walk away.

18.01.2022 We love seeing people images of their journey with us. Here is a wonderful example of this by Imagesbybarefoot. You can share your images of your experience at any time, by adding individual image to our visitor post tab on this page as well as just tagging #morningtonrailway

17.01.2022 The team continues to face and overcome the challenges of completing volunteer maintenance tasks on K163 during Covid Normal, We have upload 3 updates to the Keep K163 Going Project, you can read about our progress here: https://morningtonrailway.org.au/keep-k163-going/ What you receive for contributing to the project?... - Any donation over $250 will be invited to receive progress updates on the K163 project, complimentary membership for 12 months and a complimentary family pass for a regular excursion train! - Any donation over $500 you will be invited to be Amongst the first to have a short drive of K163 on a trundle day! - Any donation over $2000 and you will be invited to be Amongst the first to drive a refurbished K163 with a premium driver experience! Please Note: Must meet the minimum requirements for trundle and driver experience products, to be eligible for these products. As the MRPS is a registered charity, all donations are tax deductible!

16.01.2022 Recently a local production company arranged to visit the railway, to capture some footage for their clients upcoming video. As a Thank You and part of the negotiated agreements between parties they captured K163 departing Moorooduc on one of our regular excursion trips. Producing this short video for us with some of the extra footage taken during the morning of filming. To assist our team with the return of steam we have go fund me. https://au.gofundme.com/f/keep-k163-going

16.01.2022 6BCPL is a second class carriage with a guards van portion added to the end, this meant it was perfect for use as an end of train vehicle while still having passenger seating capacity. Whilst it may not currently look like much, since it has no wheels! However it’s body is in excellent condition with many potential uses in the future. 6BCPL was built as 6APL (First class) in 1922. In 1933 it was converted to 96BPL (Second Class). In 1959 it was once again converted back to ...6APL. In 1967 it underwent its final conversion, becoming its final designation of 6BCPL (Second class+Guard's compartment) It would serve in this role until 1983, when it was finally withdrawn from service. Then sitting stored for 4 months before being transferred to its new owner. 6BCPL’s new owner would be the McDonald’s fast food restaurant at Southland in Cheltenham. The bogies had been removed along with the truss rods, brakes and any other undergear components. It was placed alongside the building, and had a canopy roof installed over it. While at Cheltenham, it had its timber floor covered in tiles and McDonalds themed signs placed around the interior. Tables were also installed between the seats for restaurant patrons. It would stay at Cheltenham McDonalds for a number of years, until it was removed in the mid 2000s by the Mornington Railway, who had acquired it. Without any suitable undergear nor bogies to accommodate the carriage, it has been left on blocks for the time being. Externally the cladding has suffered somewhat in the elements, and the roof canvas is peeling up on the corners. But thanks to the time that was spent under the roof at Cheltenham, the carriage body is in much better condition than our other PL cars. While no plans about her future are yet decided upon, the potential may exist for 6 to one day return to the rails if the necessary undergear is sourced and all other requirements are met, for now she will continue to serve as the volunteer lunch room until such a time when she can carry passengers again.

12.01.2022 Some wonderful images from this Sunday taken by the team from Moorooduc Station Market. Will not be long before it comes around again on the 7th March.

12.01.2022 Was a great pleasure to meet with you Dion Mullett Treloar for Briars, Mornington Peninsula Shire Council, good luck with the upcoming election.

11.01.2022 As we get closer to opening for passengers, we are aware that so many people have Gift Certificates that may have or will soon be out of date. The railway will be more than happy to extend any expired certificates that has occurred during our closure. That being from March until November 2020. . . Send us a DM so we can provide you details how to have yours extended.... #giftideas #christmasiscoming #family #adventures #familyoutings #giftcertificates See more

11.01.2022 This week saw the launch Good Friday Appeal for the 90th year. . The volunteers are thrilled to once again be joining the fund raising efforts of many Victorian’s and others around the country, for the wonderful @rchmelbourne and the @goodfridayappeal The finishing touches are being put together for the activities in the lead up and on the day. With proceeded going to be part of the money raised this year.... GIVE FOR THE KIDS #goodfridayappeal #rchmelbourne #giveforthekids #ourworld #someonespecial #alwayslove #familyfirst #givesotheymaygrow #lovedones #inourhearts @ Mornington Railway

11.01.2022 Works are slowly progressing on K163's Coupling Rod Bearings where safe to do so. We have some progress to share with you! You can read all about it here: https://morningtonrailway.org.au/keep-k163-going/... Thanks for your ongoing support, we look forward to resuming work at Newport on K163 when it is safe to do so. In the meantime any contributions would be greatly appreciated to keep this project on track.

09.01.2022 What a 12 months we have all experienced. With all that has gone on our beloved K163 still finds itself with our Friends at Steamrail Victoria whilst our volunteers keep chugging away on the overhaul. Recent lockdowns have slowed the project and the eventual return to the rail of the Mornington Peninsula. Thanks to Matt Oaten VR for the photos of the move. The go-Fund Me page is still open for your contribution to the overhaul project. https://www.gofundme.com/f/keep-k163-going

09.01.2022 A small look at last years Superhero class for all the kids travelling aboard our Trains. We certainly look forward to having everyone travelling when safe to have you back with us. Donations to our non profit preservation society are always appreciated, online link below. ... https://checkout.square.site//d44a1ff9-6fcb-428e-94f9-0b5e

08.01.2022 Add your details to the waiting list. We are amazed by the popularity of this little event. We will hopefully have more to add in the near future. Thank you!!

07.01.2022 Remembrance Day. At the 11th Hour of the 11th Day of the 11th Month, We will remember those who suffered in all wars. They shall grow not old, as we that are left grow old; Age shall not weary them, nor the years condemn.... At the going down of the sun and in the morning We will remember them. LEST WE FORGET @ Mornington Railway

07.01.2022 10 minutes count down until our event. Click link below to join us. https://www.facebook.com/1570222723250664/posts/2797825110490413/?d=n

07.01.2022 This year has been hard for us all, but, may we never forget the sacrifice that has been made so that we may enjoy the freedom we often take for granted. At the going down of the sun and in the morning, we will remember them. Please do join us today as Mornington Railway remembers those that have served our country; both past, present and future. #remembranceday2020 #morningtonrailway #RoyalAustralianNavy #RoyalAustralianNavyBand #RAN #lestweforget #wewillrememeberthem

06.01.2022 Our cleverly creative and funny friends Little Shop of Horrors Costumery & Collectables are excited for this years Halloween. Located opposite our Mornington Station on Watt Road. The team would love to see you for all your spooky needs this year. #supportlocalbusiness

06.01.2022 The Mornington Railway Preservation Society Inc. is embarking on a large project to refurbish a number of key components on our Green K Class Locomotive. The project will be exciting to follow and support, however a massive requirement from key technical volunteers and funding is required to complete these critical repairs. To support this project we hope to crowdfund $25,000 for the purchase of costly plain bearing and axle box material, complete machining of crank pins and ...turn K163's wheels to the right profile. A number of smaller tasks will also be completed on the K163. These tasks will help our K class continue to run into the future, as K163 is the lifeblood of the Mornington Railway, completion of these maintenance tasks are critical to the ongoing sustainability of the Mornington Railway. So why make a donation? - Any donation over $250 will be invited to receive progress updates on the K163 project, complimentary membership for 12 months and a complimentary family pass for a regular excursion train! - Any donation over $500 you will be invited to be amongst the first to have a short drive of K163 on a trundle day! - Any donation over $2000 and you will be invited to be amongst the first to drive a refurbished K163 with a premium driver experience! Please Note: Must meet the minimum requirements for trundle and driver experience products, to be eligible for these products. As the MRPS is a registered charity, all donations are tax deductible! Come visit our website and support our community group! https://gf.me/u/ykbsxz

05.01.2022 Wonderful images of our W241 diesel hydraulic locomotive. Changing ends of one of today’s very busy trains.

04.01.2022 ***ONLINE TICKETS for 2021 OPEN*** With the huge success of our first public trains today, we are happy to advise that we are now opening tickets for Sunday Trains 2021. Starting in the new year on Sunday 3rd January, our first operations for 2021 also is teamed up with the Moorooduc Station Market. During the current guidelines and restrictions, tickets will only be available online. So book early to avoid missing out on the trip you want. Three trips a day at 10:00am, 12:00pm & 2:00pm. For tickets click; https://www.trybooking.com/BNQYK

04.01.2022 We are so disappointed we could not operating at the present. We miss having Superhero’s appear at the railway during this holiday. Here is Spider-Man from a couple of years ago.

02.01.2022 Batman answers your submitted questions!

01.01.2022 There certainly has been some technical difficulties contacting Batman as anticipated for today’s video. We sure hope Batman will see our Bat Signal and we can bring you his video tomorrow.

01.01.2022 Congratulations to the successful candidates in the 2020 Mornington Peninsula Shire Council Elections. We look forward to working closely with the councillors in the next year towards to implementation/prioritisation of the Mornington Railway’s Strategic Plan.

01.01.2022 Did you send Batman a question? He is working hard answering all your amazing questions! Keep an eye out for his entertaining video, answering them all tomorrow afternoon!! Photo with thanks Hayley.

01.01.2022 ***RETURN OPERATIONS UPDATE*** After the announcement today by the Victorian State Government, the 5 day Circuit Breaker lockdown is to end at 11:59pm. We are able to return to operating our heritage train rides from this Sunday. Following the covid safe plan some rules will remain in place for your visit. Reminder of important information;... - Masks must be worn whilst aboard the train, and on the platform if you are unable to maintain 1.5m social distance. - Online bookings only, for contact tracing. Link below. All bookings depart from Moorooduc Station only. - Compartment maximums remain at 6 passengers. - Stay home if you are feeling unwell. This is fantastic news for everyone. Our volunteers are very much looking forward to having you all return. For those already having their booking secured for our next running day, 21st February will are All Clear to depart Moorooduc station at 10am, 12pm and 2pm, for the 1 hour return journey. https://www.trybooking.com/BNQYK

01.01.2022 As our return draws closer we have to make some very important changes to how we are to welcome public back to the travel aboard our heritage carriages. One of the most significant of these to comply with Government guidelines greatly assisting with social distancing. When booking a ticket you will be sold an entire compartment on board, with a limit to the numbers within your group. Passenger limits will also be placed on each train to not exceed the total indoor capacity limits. We currently await the Government announcement further easing restrictions and thus potentially allowing greater capacities. #covidsafetymeasures #socialdistancing #morningtonpeninsula #familyouting #safe #peninsula #smallgroups #onlinebooking