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2025 Transport Heritage Forum & THNSW AGM
Around 100 members and sector representatives attended Transport Heritage NSW’s inaugural Transport Heritage Forum in Sydney on Saturday 15 November 2025. The event featured a series of information sessions, sector networking and a dedicated ONRSR briefing for rail heritage operators, alongside THNSW’s Twelfth Annual General Meeting. The day concluded with the NSW Minister for Regional Transport, The Hon. Jenny Aitchison MP, announcing the successful recipients of the 2025 Tr
Nov 172 min read


2025 Transport Heritage Grants recipients announced
Transport Heritage NSW is pleased to announce the successful recipients of the 2025 Transport Heritage Grants Program, revealed during the 2025 Transport Heritage Forum in Sydney. The announcement was made in the presence of the NSW Minister for Regional Transport, The Hon. Jenny Aitchison MP, alongside sector representatives and members of Transport Heritage NSW. This year, ten outstanding projects from across New South Wales have been awarded funding, each contributing to t
Nov 152 min read


Audible Express brings the magic of Harry Potter to life
Sydney’s Central Station transformed into a gateway to Hogwarts last weekend, as Audible Express celebrated the launch of Harry Potter: The Full-Cast Audio Editions with a magical steam train journey operated by Transport Heritage NSW. More than 750 guests travelled behind Steam Locomotive 3526, departing from Central Station for an unforgettable trip through Sydney’s south. Guided by actors in Audible uniforms, passengers were immersed in the wizarding world as the new ful
Nov 101 min read


Transport Heritage Expo breaks records once again
The annual Transport Heritage Expo returned to Central Station over the October long weekend and once again delivered a record-breaking result — with more than 12,800 tickets sold, and thousands more attending to watch, explore and take part in the celebrations across the precinct. Following the Expo’s double win at this year’s National Trust Heritage Awards, public interest in the event was stronger than ever. A major highlight was the return of the Great Train Race for th
Oct 71 min read


170 years of the NSW railways
Three generations of NSW trains on 26 September 2025 Nathan Cox On Friday 26 September, Transport Heritage NSW joined with Transport for...
Sep 291 min read


Board wrap: July 2025
Recent Customer Results The Board expressed congratulations to everyone on our great customer results in FY 2024-25! THNSW delivered...
Aug 273 min read


Loop Line Upgrade Project: level crossing upgrades commence from 25 August
Transport Heritage NSW will be upgrading and resurfacing five level crossings along the historic Loop Line, as part of the rail corridor...
Aug 112 min read


THNSW joins The Royal Australian Mint to launch new “Steam Giants” coin series
THNSW CEO Andrew Moritz with Acting Royal Australian Mint CEO Emily Martin and series curator David Hampton Transport Heritage NSW led a...
Aug 52 min read


Timetables for Steam to Surf to Kiama with locomotive 3526
Credit Jason Eddy Transport Heritage NSW is set for this weekend's Steam to Surf to Kiama, with locomotive 3526 to transfer from...
Jul 231 min read


Board Wrap: June 2025
2025 National Trust Heritage Award Wins The Board expressed congratulations to everyone on our incredible award wins! THNSW was...
Jul 172 min read


Locomotive 3265 to undergo overhaul
Transport Heritage NSW and the Powerhouse are pleased to announce that steam locomotive 3265 will undergo a major overhaul. Part of the...
Jun 202 min read


Timetables for Gosford Steam Train Rides with locomotive 3526
Credit: Mark Coleman Transport Heritage NSW is set for the Gosford Steam Train Rides this long weekend, with Locomotive 3526 leading from...
Jun 51 min read


Locomotive 3820 relocated to Chullora for static restoration
Transport Heritage NSW (THNSW) has transferred Locomotive 3820 to the Chullora Workshops to begin its static restoration. The locomotive...
Jun 32 min read


Loop Line Upgrade Project construction to recommence
Loop Line Upgrade Project works to recommence Following a brief pause to finalise supplier arrangements for remaining work packages,...
May 212 min read


More than 8,200 join 2025 Thirlmere Festival of Steam
Thousands of train enthusiasts turn out for 2025 Festival of Steam in Thirlmere | 7NEWS More than 8,200 visitors joined Transport...
May 201 min read


THNSW recognised at 2025 National Trust Heritage Awards
Transport Heritage NSW is proud to be recognised today in multiple categories at the 2025 National Trust Heritage Awards. Winner – Events...
May 161 min read


Timetables for Penrith Steam Train Rides with locomotive 3526
Credit Cooper Chapman Transport Heritage NSW is set for this weekend's Penrith Steam Train Rides , with Locomotive 3526 leading from...
Apr 301 min read


THNSW Shortlisted for National Trust Heritage Awards
The 2024 Transport Heritage Expo, which is shortlisted in the Events category of the National Trust Heritage Awards. Credit: Jason Eddy...
Apr 281 min read


Sector representatives gather in Sydney for day of networking and development
Transport Heritage NSW welcomed 35 representatives from 17 sector groups across New South Wales to its biannual Sector Development Day ,...
Apr 92 min read


Celebrating 50 Years of A Steam Train Passes: Transport Heritage NSW partners with NFSA to honour Australia’s iconic railway film
Transport Heritage NSW (THNSW) was proud to partner with the National Film and Sound Archive of Australia (NFSA) to mark the 50th...
Apr 42 min read
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