Palmwoods-Buderim Tramway

The Palmwoods-Buderim Tramway was a narrow-gauge railway that ran about 12 kilometers from Palmwoods station up to the summit of Buderim Mountain. The system included freight wagons and a passenger coach that moved goods and people through the sloped terrain of the region.

The line opened in 1914 and transported goods and people for over two decades before closing in 1935. It played an important role in supporting agricultural development and connecting the lowland station area to the developing mountain community.

The tramway linked scattered communities and allowed people to reach hospitals and social events that would have been difficult to access otherwise. Residents and visitors alike used it to explore the region and stay connected to daily life across the Sunshine Coast area.

The trackbed is partially accessible as a walking path, especially along Mons Road, where you can see the old rail construction. It helps to wear comfortable shoes and explore the area in daylight to properly see the remains and understand how the route climbed the terrain.

The railway used an unusual rail gauge of just 76 centimeters (30 inches), which made it well-suited to the mountainous terrain of the region. This narrow track allowed it to navigate steep slopes where standard railways would have faced difficulties.