The early morning "Men's" breakfast was a robust affair!
Track is pulled in to keep it in gauge. (Harry Shannon photo)
Old sleepers being removed from the line. (Harry Shannon photo)
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Some spikes needed driving by hand. (Harry Shannon photo)
Another batch of sleepers is carefully brought into place. (Harry Shannon photo)
The teams developed special skills in drilling and replacing dog spikes. (Harry Shannon photo)
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The sleepers are delicately positioned with a sledge hammer. (Harry Shannon photo)
Matt McMahon and team putting "new" sleepers out ready for laying. (Harry Shannon photo)
Council General Manager, Bruce Fitzpatrick, puts in a welcome appearance to check on progress. (Harry Shannon photo)
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Another welcome appearance was Bob Debus the Federal Labor Candidate for Macquarie. He watched the teams at work, viewed the Office of Rail Heritage Award won by OTHR and spoke supportively to the members present. (Harry Shannon photos)
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Afternoon tea is always welcome for workers and visitors.
At last! We reach Rutters Ridge Road, the half way point.
The crew start on laying sleepers down the straight into Oberon.
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Adjacent to the line near the cattle and sheep trucking yards, OTHR has erected a notice board to thank our many generous supporters.
THERE IS PLENTY OF SPACE ON THE SECOND SIDE!
Two of our many catering ladies who performed a sterling service through the week. (Kath Bellamy photo)
