The Manning River line branches off from Taree, on the North Coast line. It was used to transport milk from the 2 dairy co-ops. The milk is now transported by road and has been for about 10 years. Some of the locomotives used included 44, 81 and 82 class.

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Manning River

Above: Peter Gleadall's photo of 8113 at the terminus.

Manning River

Above: Peter Gleadall's photo of sleeper train on the branch.

Manning River

Above: Nelson St level crossing looking towards the terminus. New South Wales. April 17, 2004.

Manning River

Above: Nelson St level crossing looking towards Taree. New South Wales. April 17, 2004.

Manning River

Above: The terminus. New South Wales. April 17, 2004.

Manning River

Above: Points near the terminus, looking towards Taree. New South Wales. April 17, 2004.

Manning River

Above: Buildings near the terminus, looking towards Taree. New South Wales. April 17, 2004.

Manning River

Above: Buildings near the Pacific Highway, looking towards the terminus. New South Wales. April 17, 2004.

Manning River

Above: The main line junction. New South Wales. April 17, 2004.

Manning River

Above: The frame controlling the junction. New South Wales. April 17, 2004.

Taree

Above: Taree. New South Wales. April 17, 2004.

 

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