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Cafe

Daily 8:00am to 3:00pm

Breakfast from 8:00am

Lunch From 11:30am

Historic Gympie Station and Gift Shop

Daily 9:00am – 2:00pm

Historic Gympie Station, Tozer Street, Gympie, Queensland 4570

Phone: 07 5482 2750

Cafe, Tozer Street, Gympie, Queensland 4570

Phone: 07 5348 9606

Email: info@maryvalleyrattler.com.au

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Feb 26

We have a great team of volunteers on board who are looking to welcome new people to join them.

We are currently seeking volunteers to fill the following positions in an ongoing role.

METAL WORK FABRICATION
This would require persons who have a skill set in this field of work. We are in the process of significant restoration work on some of our carriages. The role would be under the direction of our Workshop Supervisor.

ENGINE CLEAN AND POLISH
This role would be done on the days prior to Steam Travel. Our steam trains need to leave the Station polished and looking presentable. The role entails working to a high standard of detailing and polishing using chemicals. The person/s doing this role will be required to work on a platform around the engine of about 1 meter wide situated at a height of about 2 meters.

GUEST EXPERIENCE
These volunteer roles are a popular position on all our train services. The Guest Experience persons need to be reasonably fit with the ability to move throughout a moving train. The role entails a 5 hour shift where you will engage directly with our passengers as well as ensuring safety and industry compliance is always a priority.

No experience necessary as full training is offered but a friendly and helpful attitude is a must.

Apply today https://www.maryvalleyrattler.com.au/volunteer/ or email volunteer@maryvalleyrattler.com.au

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Feb 25

Yesterday was a little different for us!

DEL 1632 banked by C17 974 hauled 34 grain wagons from Monkland to Gympie Yard in preparation for their return to @aurizon_

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Feb 24

When you visit with us this month, you'll receive a discount voucher to use at @ginger_factory

We're only a short drive away from them and for this month you can visit us both for a wonderful day out.

Ask at our ticket counter for your voucher.

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Feb 23

Dream big - dream very big!

Great photo by @gympie_treasure_town Art by Montana

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Feb 22

Veils and Rails!

Looking for a wedding venue with a difference?
Whether it’s for a photography location or reception venue, talk to us this Sunday (28th February) at the @scbridalexpo at @venue114bokarina on how we can make your dream day come true.

Beautiful photo be @eevee_photography @eevee_wedding_photography

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Feb 21

It takes a lot of steam to power the C17 locomotive!

The coal burns to a temperature of around 2000 degrees. It takes 4 hours for the engine to get hot enough to start creating steam needed for the 3 hour return trip to Amamoor.

Thanks to our amazing volunteers, who are up early to ensure your experience on the Mary Valley Rattler departs on time at 10.00am.

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Feb 20

The Spirit of the Mary Valley emerges from the trees arriving into Amamoor.

Hop on board one of our services through the scenic Mary Valley. Find out more and to book your tickets go to the link in our bio.

Great photo by Ian Beattie Photography FB

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Feb 19

Inside the historic Gympie Station you'll find memorabilia in the cafe and heritage display. You can also purchase items in our gift shop or online.

One of our now retired volunteers, John Cohen, has traveled widely on world railways drawing on his experiences in Queensland Rail and throughout the world continuing his love of rail with his art.

The 'Spirit of the Mary Valley' is a beautiful depiction of a C17 Locomotive 967.

You can purchase one of John's prints in our gift shop or online. https://www.maryvalleyrattler.com.au/shop/

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Feb 18

Breakfast is served in the Rusty Rails Cafe!

You can enjoy this yummy breakfast from 8.00am each morning.

Avocado on house made German grain bread toasted served with chilli jam on the side (gf avail.)

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Feb 17

The historic Gympie Station on Tozer Street, has been restored to its former glory.

Make sure you arrive early enough to take time to wander through the Station where you will learn the stories of the Mary Valley Rattler line, its people and its history.

The Rusty Rails Café offers a dine in experience before or after your rail journey, or you can buy take away treats to enjoy on board.

The gift shop offers a selection of local goodies as well as speciality giftware and souvenirs.

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Feb 16

Did you join us for the Love Train on Saturday?

We'd love to see your photos too. Make sure you @ or #maryvalleyrattler so we can see.

A big thank you to all the team and volunteers who yet again went above and beyond to ensure all our guests have an amazing experience.

Go to our Facebook Page to see more photos.

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Feb 15

We've partnered with @creativetoursevents for a food and drink 'Meet the Makers on the Rail Trail' as part of the @noosaeatdrink - Autumn Fare Festival.

On Saturday 13th March, join the group and wind your way through the beautiful Noosa Hinterland (by bus) as you make your way towards Gympie for a local food and rail experience.

At the historic Gympie Station you will enjoy lunch featuring seasonal local produce from growers and producers in the Mary Valley region. Meet the growers over lunch and sample a beer or cider from the local brewery.

You will then board the Red Rocket Train and take a scenic trip to Amamoor with a stop at Dagun station to taste local cheese & wine.

The final stop at Amamoor includes local chocolate and strawberries before you make your way back to Noosa.

Includes: return transfers from Noosa, lunch with choice of beer, cider or wine. Red Rocket Rail experience from Gympie to Amamoor, stopping at Dagun for a cheese and wine tasting, chocolate, strawberries at Amamoor.

Departs Noosa at 11.00am and returns to Noosa at 4.00pm.

For more information and to book to go https://tinyurl.com/MaryValleyFoodRailTrail

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Feb 13

Love to the moon and back and all the way down to the railroad track.

L’amour in Amamoor
Happy Valentines Day ❤️

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Feb 13

We love being serenaded by Pat!
Pat has been a part of the Mary Valley Rattler volunteer team for years! Thank you Pat.

Have you thought of being a volunteer? We are looking for friendly customer focused people who want to provide the ultimate experience to our guests at the Mary Valley Rattler.

No experience necessary as full training is offered but a friendly and helpful attitude is a must.

Apply today https://www.maryvalleyrattler.com.au/volunteer/ or email volunteer@maryvalleyrattler.com.au

Beautiful photo by @whytebate

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