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 Track Laying.

Work on laying the tracks is well under way.


 

 

Tamping Machine

Front view of Tamping machine showing the Toothed Pinion Wheel which connects to the Rack Rail in the centre of the tracks when required.



 


 

Tamper Machine

One of the recently arrived track alignment machines.


 

 

Inside the Tamper

The control console of the Tamper 3 machine.



 


 

Rail Track

The track running from outside the Senior Citizens Hall to the Station.


 

 

Teepookana Bridge

Teepookana Bridge Now Rebuilt



 


 

Turntable being installed

The turntable being lowered onto it's base.



 
 
 


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