28/07/2023
April 15 1983.
What a shot ! The Royal train at Lydiard St. The photographer was apparently Mark Bau which wasnt evident or visible at the time but some kind soul has pointed it out to me. Imagery from this page.
https://www.victorianrailways.net/
The royal train carrying Charles and Diana has just arrived at Ballarat.
S 311 was the "pilot" loco that ran just ahead of the royal train ensuring the track was clear, some wags called it the "minesweeper" April 15 1983.
Note the railway tower is being rebuilt after the fire and a clock fitted !
