Just south of town is the Old Ghan Museum. It has the biggest collection of memorabilia I think I’ve ever seen. Now I’m no train buff, but it really was very interesting. They had everything from photos of building the train line, to old tickets, timetables and menus, the original plates, cutlery, linen, staff uniforms, training manuals – even the dinky shampoo and soaps for passengers. Truly a remarkable collection. These train fans sure do hoard their stuff.
Right next door is the National Road Transport Hall of Fame Museum (with the added bonus of the Kenworth Dealer Hall of Fame). Who would have thought there would be such a thing? I took a look in the door and saw a large number of old trucks, and left to get a coffee. The boys have all gone in for a look. That was an hour ago. It’s still raining.
They loved it. There must be some genetic connection between diesel and testosterone.


They took MANY photos in there, but I won’t bore you with any more.