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The Age this morning, (29/4) the Fed. Govt. to spend $13.4 million to
construct the Tallarook - Mansfield (Victoria) rail trail, 134 km long. For those not familiar with this, the Mansfield/Alexandra VR rail line was constructed in 1888 - 1911 and went out of use in 1978. Scenic features include Cheviot Tunnel and the high level crossing of Lake Eildon at Bonnie Doon. When complete, this will provide an alternative to the Goulburn Valley and Maroondah Highways, as the Murray to Mountains trail does with the Ovens Valley Highway. Media release didn't specify what the running surface would be, most likely quartz toppings rather than bitumen. Fair few bridges will need re-decking. Something to look forward to, though may be a while down the track (excuse pun) before it's ready for use. Cheers, Ray |
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"ray" wrote in message ... Something to look forward to, though may be a while down the track (excuse pun) before it's ready for use. I don't think anyone's going to rant and rail about a good pun! You're showing promise, you should train a bit harder. Good way to let off steam. |
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ray wrote:
The Age this morning, (29/4) the Fed. Govt. to spend $13.4 million to construct the Tallarook - Mansfield (Victoria) rail trail, 134 km long. For those not familiar with this, the Mansfield/Alexandra VR rail line was constructed in 1888 - 1911 and went out of use in 1978. Scenic features include Cheviot Tunnel and the high level crossing of Lake Eildon at Bonnie Doon. When complete, this will provide an alternative to the Goulburn Valley and Maroondah Highways, as the Murray to Mountains trail does with the Ovens Valley Highway. Media release didn't specify what the running surface would be, most likely quartz toppings rather than bitumen. Fair few bridges will need re-decking. Something to look forward to, though may be a while down the track (excuse pun) before it's ready for use. That's great news Ray. I'm sure you'd be aware of this, but other readers might be interested in the map at: http://www.railtrails.org.au/states/...trail&trail=27 John |
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