Re: 2-foot cane tramways in Queensland - new book

[Eben Levy <ebenlevy@klever.net.au>]

Peter Neve will take one :-}

Andrew Robson wrote:

> To all fellow train fans and loco fanatics.
>
> In a period of approximately 22 weeks from June to November each year,
> Queensland cane growers harvest around 35,000,000 tonnes of cane.  Almost
> all of this cut cane is transported along a part of the 2,000 kilometres of
> 2-foot gauge cane tramways to sugar mills and refineries, where it is used
> to produce around 5,000,000 tonnes of molasses, treacle and various types of
> crystalline sugar.
>
> My friend Andrew Roberts is a driver’s assistant at Farleigh Sugar Mill, and
> wrote a book about the cane tramways and the engines used to haul the cane.
> He does not have Internet access, so I am helping him to publicize the book.
> I regularly visit each of the 23 mills and I am happy to answer any
> questions you might have via email, but please send all orders with payment
> directly to the author via snail-mail to the address listed below.
>
> Best wishes
> Andrew Robson
> Brisbane, Australia
> ajrobson@gil.com.au
> 5 July 1998
>
> “Wheels in Motion”
>
> Available Now
>
> This comprehensive book is the product of hours of extensive research,
> containing information and history of 23 sugar mills still operating
> throughout Queensland and currently using the cane tramway system to haul
> cane using 2-foot gauge engines.
>
> “Wheels in Motion” present the histories and maps of operation for each of
> the mills as well as 17 in-depth, sometimes amusing stories from drivers,
> fitters, cane inspectors etc. who worked on steam engines – some seeing the
> conversion to diesel.
>
> Containing over 150 pages of fascinating reading accompanied by over 170
> photos, including many of the better known engines such as the Hudswell
> Clarke’s, Perry’s and Bundaberg Fowlers, depicted in full colour.  The
> diesels shown include the Clyde, Comeng, Baldwin, ex QR DH (#), and ex NSW
> 73 class (*).
>
> Also listed throughout “Wheels in Motion” are various contacts for all 23
> mills, containing relevant information regarding mill tours and a range of
> products and souvenirs available.
>
> This comprehensive book is a must for all steam and diesel enthusiasts, and
> those involved with the Sugar Cane Industry.
>
> Limited Edition Print Run.
>
> Order your copy today to avoid disappointment.
>
> Send check or money order to:
>
> Andrew Roberts
> C/- Eton Post Office Qld 4741
> AUSTRALIA
>
> Telephone: (+61) 749541206
>
> Prices (including Airmail):
>
> USA  A$56.45 per copy
> UK and Europe A$59.45 per copy
> New Zealand  A$48.45 per copy
>
> Prices for larger orders available on request.
>
> # = originally operated by Queensland State Rail on 3-foot six inch gauge
> mainlines, many of these locos have been refurbished and converted to 2-foot
> gauge for use on cane tramways.
>
> * - originally operated by NSW State Rail on 4-foot eight and ½ inch gauge
> mainlines, many of these locos have been refurbished and converted to 3-foot
> six inch or 2-foot gauge for use on cane tramways.
>
> 152 pages, paperback, A4, gloss covers, 17 colour and 170 black & white
> photos.  National Library of Australia. ISBN No. 0-646-35110-9
> Written, produced and published by Andrew Roberts.



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