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There are always interesting happenings at Zig Zag Railway from restoration and maintenance work, education of visitors and guests, assisting our community, operation of our steam locomotives and heritage infrastructure, and planning for the growth and development of the railway as a significant tourist attraction. 

September 7, 2026

Keeping the Tracks in Top Shape: Planned Maintenance Period 7–18 September

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September 2, 2026

Free NSW TrainLink Coach Shuttle Now Stops at Zig Zag Railway

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Treat Yourself Tuesday at Zig Zag Railway
September 1, 2026

Treat Yourself Tuesday

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September 1, 2026

Monday Mini Explorers Day

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Dogs on Board steam train event Sunday 9 August 2026
July 24, 2026

Zig Zag Railway – A Dog-Friendly Day Out

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June 19, 2026

Keeping the Tracks in Top Shape: Planned Maintenance Period 22–26 June

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Great Western Highway detour Bells Line Road
April 9, 2026

The Great Western Highway is Closed and Your Detour Runs Right Past Us

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Easter family train ride Blue Mountains
March 27, 2026

Easter in the Blue Mountains: The Perfect Family Day Out

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Heritage carriage electrical restoration workshop
March 19, 2026

Workshop Chronicles: Carriage 1345, A Heritage Glow-Up

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Locomotive 218 tender repair milestone
March 19, 2026

Workshop Chronicles: Tender Milestone for Locomotive 218

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Steam locomotive safety valve machining workshop
March 19, 2026

Workshop Chronicles: Handcrafted Safety for 218

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Steam locomotive smoke box door restoration
March 19, 2026

Workshop Chronicles: Restoring 218’s Smoke Box Door

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Special Events

Treat Yourself Tuesday at Zig Zag Railway

Looking for a lovely midweek outing in the Blue Mountains? Make your Tuesday a little more special with Treat Yourself...

Big trains. Little explorers. Monday adventures! Looking for things to do with toddlers in the Blue Mountains? All aboard for...