Stannary Hills Tramways, Historical tramway formations in Mareeba Shire, Queensland, Australia.
The Stannary Hills Tramways consists of two separate lines connecting Boonmoo to Stannary Hills and Stannary Hills to Irvinebank through mountainous terrain.
Between 1901 and 1907, these private tramways were constructed to support tin mining operations, using a 2-foot gauge track instead of standard rail measurements.
The tramway network strengthened local communities by enabling regular transport of workers, families, and goods between mining settlements in North Queensland.
The remnants of stations and earthworks from the tramway formations remain accessible at coordinates 17°20'2"S, 145°9'49"E for research and exploration.
Local timber materials, including cypress pine, bloodwood, and spotted gum, were specifically selected for constructing the tramway's sleepers and bridge spans.
Location: Queensland
GPS coordinates: -17.32970,145.16180
Latest update: March 5, 2025 07:44
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