North Ipswich Railway Workshops
North Ipswich Railway Workshops, Railway workshop in North Ipswich, Australia.
The North Ipswich Railway Workshops cover a vast industrial complex with original buildings, machinery, and equipment used for locomotive maintenance and construction.
Established in 1864, the facility expanded to its current location by 1885 and manufactured 218 steam locomotives between 1877 and 1952.
The Queensland Museum operates exhibitions in the front section, presenting the evolution of railway technology and its influence on regional development.
Queensland Rail maintains active operations in the rear portion of the complex, continuing the tradition of railway engineering and maintenance.
The workshops participated in wartime efforts during World War I, with 300 workers among 1,600 employees engaged in munitions production.
Location: North Ipswich
Website: http://theworkshops.qm.qld.gov.au
GPS coordinates: -27.60230,152.75720
Latest update: March 13, 2025 11:41
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