HOW TO GET HERE

Free parking is available on site. Coach/Tours & Accessibility Parking also available.

ADDRESS:

Historic Gympie Station, Tozer Street, Gympie, Queensland 4570

Phone: 07 5482 2750

Email: info@maryvalleyrattler.com.au

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FROM THE SUNSHINE COAST

Take the stress out of travel and arrive on time with Skydrive transfers! They will collect you from your Sunshine Coast location and drop you at your destination with plenty of time to spare.

JOIN A TOUR FROM noosa

Join a tour with Noosa Day Tours, including luxury coach touring and commentary through the scenic hinterland, a journey aboard the Mary Valley Rattler, and lunch at the Platform No.1 Café in Gympie.

JOIN A TOUR FROM BRISBANE

Cross Country Tours is a family-owned and operated coach touring company, specialising in tours for the over 50’s.
This bundle includes morning tea, the tour, lunch and your journey aboard the Mary Valley Rattler.

COME ON A JOURNEY WITH US

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Apr 2

Order your hat, drink cooler or bag online, ready

Order your hat, drink cooler or bag online, ready for when we're back on track.

There's plenty of other items you can purchase online as well. Take a look on our website link in bio.

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Apr 1

Did you know it takes 4 hours for the engine to ge

Did you know it takes 4 hours for the engine to get hot enough to start creating steam needed for the 3 hour return trip to Amamoor?.
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Our volunteers day starts extremely early in the workshop preparing the C17 locomotive for when she runs.
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We are forever grateful for the enormous effort by our volunteers it takes to bring the fleet to life here at Mary Valley Rattler.
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If you're thinking of becoming a volunteer for when we're back on track please email us on volunteer@maryvalleyrattler.com.au or click on the link in our bio.

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Mar 30

We're stoked (pun intended) to bring you a snippet

We're stoked (pun intended) to bring you a snippet about our volunteer Drivers & Firemen who work together to operate the steam locomotives!
Be sure to say hi when we’re back on track!

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Mar 28

A little piece of beautiful in this chaotic time.

A little piece of beautiful in this chaotic time.

Our Team look forward to seeing you again when we’re back on track.

Great photo by @gympie_treasure_town
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Mar 27

Introducing Gertie. (The little one behind the ste

Introducing Gertie.
(The little one behind the steam train!).
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Officially referred to as the Gympie Emergency Response Train, but affectionally known to us as Gertie, this unit is designed as a support vehicle for the Mary Valley Rattler.

Actually, it is a fire extinguisher on wheels. Gertie and her operators travel some distance behind the Rattler on its journey along the line and act as lookouts for any fires which may occur in the rail corridor that start as a result of steam train operations.

Gertie was once part of a sleeper laying machine but now modified to do her bit in protecting the community. She has a Honda powered pump, a Deutz drive engine and a water tank capacity of 1000 litres.

We appreciate the valuable assistance given to us by the RFBAQ, The Rural Fire Brigades of Queensland in donating equipment.

Watch out for Gertie when we're back on track!

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Mar 25

After yesterday's announcement to temporarily clos

After yesterday's announcement to temporarily close rail operations and the station buildings, we will continue to bring you updates, news and information about our fleet and other interesting facts about Mary Valley Rattler.

Let us know what you would like to know more of until we're back on track.

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Mar 24

Mary Valley Rattler Announcement

Mary Valley Rattler Announcement

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Mar 20

Did you know our C17 steam locomotive used to reac

Did you know our C17 steam locomotive used to reach speeds up to 80km per hour?

Don't worry, it now averages 25-30km per hour so you won't miss seeing the beautiful Mary Valley go by.

If you would like to know more about our fleet click on the link in our bio.

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Mar 19

Sunday's are fun days with our All Stations Train.

Sunday's are fun days with our All Stations Train.

Every Sunday we travel through the Mary Valley to Amamoor returning via Dagun.

Dagun Community Group have wine and cheese tastings available.
Last Sunday, Mix and Match Music Group serenaded guests.

In addition to café and local shop offerings in Amamoor & Dagun, a trolley with light refreshments and snacks will make its way through the
carriages for on board purchases.

Will we see you next Sunday?
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Mar 17

The Mary Valley Rattler has always had in place a

The Mary Valley Rattler has always had in place a strict health and safety management system.

With the current situation, we have fully reviewed our systems, adding further precautionary measures to ensure the wellbeing of our guests, volunteers and staff.
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Mar 15

Meet the Team - Courtney! Courtney is our Volunte

Meet the Team - Courtney!

Courtney is our Volunteer Coordinator here at the Rattler, and a key member of our Customer Service team! ‘Graduating from James Nash State School in 2009 I had always had a passion for hospitality and tourism. When I saw the job opportunity at the old Gympie station in 2017, I took it with both hands. I started to work in the kitchen of the Platform No1 Café, this is where the love grew for the station, people and the trains. What a cool and unique project to be a part of.  I had never seen a real life steam train, nor ridden on one. Unfortunately in 2018 I had bad carpel tunnel in both of my hands and had to get them operated on and could not return into the kitchen. The Mary Valley Rattler gave me a new exciting career path. Now since 2019, I am the Volunteer Coordinator and a part of the great customer service team. I love looking after the valued volunteer team here at the Mary Valley Rattler.
I am proud to be a Rattler.’ You will no doubt see Courtney around at the station either at the front desk or working with our marvellous volunteers, so be sure to say hello when you do!

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Mar 13

How brilliant is this? Volunteer driver Peter Alde

How brilliant is this? Volunteer driver Peter Alder with his son, Ryan up on the footplate! Ryan is eagerly looking forward to being older and able to volunteer with the Rattler - seeing the knowledge of heritage rail & all things locomotive being passed on from generation to generation is such a privilege! 
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Mar 11

Meet the Team - Kassi! Kassi is a true all-rounde

Meet the Team - Kassi!

Kassi is a true all-rounder here at the Rattler, with experience in all aspects of the business! ‘My time at the Rattler has been very rewarding; I started volunteering in the workshop before working in the café, on-train with passengers and in the office. There has always been a sense of family surrounding the whole Rattler team and the community support for our tourism icon is amazing. Through my constant search for new information and interest in learning, the Rattler has helped me develop a comprehensive understanding of the Railways in our region, as well as their vital part in the Queensland’s history. I am truly humbled and blessed to be able to work alongside such amazing crew and beautiful machinery.’ So if you see Kassi around, be sure to give her a smile!
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Mar 11

UPDATE: EVENT CANCELLED❗️ The Melbourne Cup is

UPDATE: EVENT CANCELLED❗️ The Melbourne Cup is coming to the Rattler, and it’s time to party! Secure your ticket for a fancy night on board the Mary Valley Rattler with a beverage of choice and light refreshments! Keep the race vibe going with thanks to the Gympie Turf Club who have included a ticket to the races on Saturday April 4. The Cup will ride on the train with a parade through the heritage carriages, with which photos are welcomed.
Book your ticket now on our website!

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LOCATION & DIRECTIONS

Historic Gympie Station, Tozer St, Gympie QLD 4570

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(07) 5482 2750
info@maryvalleyrattler.com.au
Historic Gympie Station, Tozer Street,
Gympie, Queensland 4570

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