Transport Heritage NSW’s Fleet Maintenance Team is undertaking a significant works program over the summer months ahead of 2026 operations. In addition to annual inspections required on all operational rollingstock, several projects are being carried out to completion across the State Operational Heritage Fleet. Locomotive 2705 Locomotive 2705 has now become part of the regular fleet. The locomotive took over Loop Line duties over the October school holidays and performed wit

Station remediation works in progress A range of remediation works are underway at both Colo Vale and Hill Top stations as part of the Loop Line Upgrade Project. At Hill Top, works have commenced on repairs to the platform, surrounding embankments and access points. In addition, construction of a new pedestrian level crossing to the platform will commence in the new year. At Colo Vale, repairs to the earthworks and fencing installation have now been completed. Final landscapi

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

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

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

Level crossing resurfacing works between Buxton and Colo Vale reach completion Level crossing resurfacing works wrap up The level crossing upgrades along the Loop Line between Buxton and Colo Vale are nearly complete. With resurfacing works and line-marking now complete, new road signage is being installed in preparation for the return of heritage trains. Much of the road signage (including the stop signs) will be covered until the crossings are ‘activated’ shortly before ini

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

Three generations of NSW trains on 26 September 2025 Nathan Cox On Friday 26 September, Transport Heritage NSW joined with Transport for...

Recent Customer Results The Board expressed congratulations to everyone on our great customer results in FY 2024-25!   THNSW delivered...

Transport Heritage NSW will be upgrading and resurfacing five level crossings along the historic Loop Line, as part of the rail corridor...

THNSW CEO Andrew Moritz with Acting Royal Australian Mint CEO Emily Martin and series curator David Hampton Transport Heritage NSW led a...

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

2025 National Trust Heritage Award Wins The Board expressed congratulations to everyone on our incredible award wins!   THNSW was...

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

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

Transport Heritage NSW (THNSW) has transferred Locomotive 3820 to the Chullora Workshops to begin its static restoration. The locomotive...

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

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

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

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