Re: GSR Intermediate stops

[gonoNOCRAP@bigpond.com]

On Wed, 30 Jun 1999 15:32:27 +1000, David Johnson
<trainman@ozemail.com.au> wrote:

>Krel wrote:
>
>> Until the new timetable we used to slow down "for a look" at the
>> platform at Stawell. Nowadays GSR say the train does not stop so we
>> sail through at track speed. All designated stops on the Overland are
>> fully reserved stops. We don't even slow down if there is no one
>> booked on or off. It took a little getting used to but I guess it
>> makes sense.
>
>Too bad if you book after the train has left FSS.
I guess that's the reason that the Train Manager carries a digital
mobile phone David .
Ahhh the wonders of modern technology.
Regards Paul Johnston (MNRC)