Hidden amongst the trees at Ooralea’s Muller Park, miniature trains weave along miniature tracks, welcoming passengers young and old to ride.
Simon Hamelink grew up near the park where the Mackay Society of Model Engineers have been operating for between 30 and 40 years.
“It was only around the corner from where I lived with mum and dad,” Mr Hamelink said.
“As I moved out of home, I had two kids who became interested as well.”
The Mackay Society of Model Engineers is inviting the public to an open run this Sunday, April 2 from 10:00am to 2:00pm, as well as the following Wednesdays during school holidays.
Mr Hamelink said it’s the perfect opportunity to become familiar with the electric, petrol and steam locomotives used and owned by the club.
Picnics are welcome and a gold coin donation and closed in shoes are required to ride on the trains.
“My interest is around seeing the kids’ faces light up as we ride around,” Mr Hamelink said.
“I enjoy interacting with them, getting them to come over and toot the horn and just getting them involved.”
The club also cater to private functions on Saturdays, costing $90 for a two-hour session including a private train and a driver for up to 50 people.
Mr Hamelink said the club is looking for more people to get involved to ensure its future.
The club holds weekly Monday working bees and you can find the Mackay Society of Model Engineers on Facebook for more information.
WHAT: Miniature Trains Public Run Day
WHEN: Sunday, April 2, Wednesday, April 5 and Wednesday, April 12 from 10:00am to 2:00pm
WHERE: Muller Park, Ooralea
Kids and kids at heart are welcome to MullerPark on Sunday for a miniature trains public run. Photo supplied
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