Newnes railway line

Former railway line in New South Wales, Australia Newnes railway lineCommonwealth Oil Corporation goods wagonOverviewTerminiNewnes JunctionNewnesStations4ServiceOperatorCommonwealth Oil CorporationHistoryOpened1907Closed1932TechnicalLine length32 mi (51 km)Number of tracks1Track gauge4 ft 8+1⁄2 in (1,435 mm) standard gauge The Newnes railway line (also called Wolgan Valley Railway) is a closed and dismantled railway line in New South Wales, Australia. The line ran for 32 mi (51 km) from the Main Western line to the township of Newnes. Along the way, it passed through a tunnel now known as the Glowworm Tunnel, because it is famous for its glow-worms. The tunnel is now contained within the Wollemi National Park. Description and history vteNewnes railway line Legend Newnes Oil Works Newnes Constance Newnes Tunnels Deane 12 Mile Siding Newnes Junction Main Western line The line was constructed and operated by the Commonwealth Oil Corporation for their Newnes Oil Shale mine. Surveying and construction was overseen by Henry Deane. The line opened in 1907 and closed in 1932. It was primarily intended to carry goods to and from the mine, but also provided passenger services. The New Sout