Michelago railway station facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Michelago railway station
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Michelago station in 2018
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| Location | Michelago NSW Australia |
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| Coordinates | 35°42′39″S 149°09′58″E / 35.7108°S 149.1661°E | |
| Elevation | 699.5 metres (2,295 ft) | |
| Owned by | Transport Asset Holding Entity | |
| Line(s) | Bombala railway line | |
| Platforms | 1 - 330 feet (100 m) | |
| Tracks | 2 | |
| History | ||
| Opened | 7 December 1887 | |
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| Location | Goulburn-Bombala railway, Michelago, Snowy Monaro Regional Council, New South Wales, Australia | |
| Official name: Michelago Railway Station group | ||
| Type | state heritage (complex / group) | |
| Designated | 2 April 1999 | |
| Reference no. | 01192 | |
| Type | Railway Platform/ Station | |
| Category | Transport - Rail | |
| Builders | Messrs. Roley and Harris | |
Michelago railway station is an old train station located in Michelago, New South Wales, Australia. It used to be an important stop on the Bombala railway line. This station is special because it is listed on the New South Wales State Heritage Register. This means it's a historic place that needs to be protected for future generations.
A Look Back in Time
Michelago railway station first opened its doors on December 8, 1887. For many years, trains stopped here, carrying people and goods. But eventually, fewer and fewer trains used the line. The station officially closed on February 8, 1976.
After it closed, a group called the Australian Railway Historical Society (ACT Division) tried to bring it back to life. From 1993, they ran the Michelago Tourist Railway. This was a special train service for visitors, running from Queanbeyan to Michelago.
However, the train tracks started to get old and damaged. Because of this, the tourist train could only go as far as Royalla for a while. Sadly, all train services on this line stopped completely in 2006.
What the Station Looks Like
The Michelago railway station area has a few main parts. Inside the station building, there were three important rooms:
- A general waiting room where people could wait for their trains.
- A ticket office where you could buy your train tickets.
- A special waiting room just for ladies.
Outside the main building, there were also sheds and a lamp room. The "yard area" refers to the open space around the tracks where trains would move and park.
Why It's Important
Michelago railway station is listed on the New South Wales State Heritage Register. It was added to this list on April 2, 1999. Being "heritage-listed" means that the station is considered a very important part of the history and culture of New South Wales. It's protected so that its story and structure can be preserved for many years to come.
