This is possibly the first photograph taken of the first train to cross the Echuca Moama bridge which was built in 1880 -1881This is a framed black and white photograph of the Echuca Moama bridge. There is a steam train on the bridge, which is the first train from Moama to Echuca to cross the bridge.Written in pen, "1st Photograph newly completed Murray Bridge. 1st train from Moama to Eucha (crossed out) Echuca. Toll gates & Customs Officer each side of Bridge. Bridge cleared all traffic 20 minutes before train time. Year approx. 1880 (or early 1881) Took 2 years to build. On a label stuck on the back of the photo; "HIGHEST QUALITY CONTEMPORARY AND PERIOD FRAMING IN OUR STUDIO WORK SHOP. The High St Gallery Ltd. Exhibitors of PAINTINGS, POTTERY, WEAVING, PRINTS, CRAFT WARE. 93 HIGH ST. LOWER HUTT. 60 MAIN ST. LOWER HUTT. NEW ZEALAND.echuca moama bridge, trains, steam trains, murray river

This photograph shows the Echuca Moama bridge crossing the Murray River in the early 1970's. This photograph shows the Echuca Moama bridge in the early 1970's. It shows one of the rounded arches on the bridge. The rounded arches were the original arches and were at one stage replaced by square arches, but then replaced again by rounded arches.A rectangular coloured photograph of the Echuca Moama bridge taken from the Victorian bank, sometime in the early 1970's. One round bridge arch can be seen and a tall electricity pole can also be seen on top of the bridge. The vegetation on the Victorian bank is short and cropped. Some dead branches lie on the ground in the left foreground.There are none.echuca moama bridge, murray river, victorian bank

This photograph was taken in February 1984 on the occasion of Cossen's visit to Echuca. P.S Pevensey with the name Philadelphia written across the wheelhouse can be seen steaming upstream under the bridge. This is significant because the P.S Pevensey played the role of the P. S Philadelphia in the movie "All The Rivers Run" which was filmed in Echuca in late 1982 and a sequel was filmed in Echuca early in 1989. The photograph also shows the state of the Echuca Moama bridge in the early 1980's. The state of Moama Beach can also be seen.This photograph is significant because it shows the P.S. Pevensey showing the name P.S Philadelphia. The P.S Pevensey was used as the P.S Philadelphia in the TV Series "All The Rivers Run" based on the novel written by Nancy Cato. The TV series was filmed in Echuca in 1982. The TV series was a huge success and still draws tourists to the Port of Echuca. The fact that the P.S Pevensey was showing the Philadelphia name in 1984 is a bit of a mystery, but it has been known that she was dressed up again as the P.S Philadelphia sometimes for special occasions. The Cossen's visit to Echuca might have been such an occasion. It is also a good picture of the pylons under the Echuca Moama bridge and the actual bridge itself. It also shows the condition of the Moama Beach in 1984.A coloured photograph of the P.S Pevensey travelling upstream under the Echuca Moama bridge. There is a group of people on the lower side deck. People can also be seen in the wheelhouse. There is a man standing on the back deck as well as one standing next to the wheelhouse. The name Philadelphia can be seen written across the front of the wheelhouse.The river is low and shows the waterline at the Moama Beach. Four bridge pylons can be seen as well as the bridge itself which is seen right across the top of the photograph.Written across the wheelhouse is the name Philadelphia.greenspot photography, p.s pevensey, murray river, echuca, la grue, bill, cossen's visit to echuca., all the rivers run, p. s philadelphia, echuca moama bridge, cossen family, cato, nancy

This photograph was taken in February 1984 on the occasion of Cossen's visit to Echuca. P.S Pevensey with the name Philadelphia written across the wheelhouse can be seen steaming upstream under the bridge. This is significant because the P.S Pevensey played the role of the P. S Philadelphia in the movie "All The Rivers Run" which was filmed in Echuca in late 1982 and a sequel was filmed in Echuca early in 1989. Councillor Bob Snow can also be seen on the side deck. This is significant as the Cossen's visit to Echuca may have warranted this sort of attention The photograph also shows the state of the Echuca Moama bridge in the early 1980's.This photograph is significant because it shows the P.S. Pevensey showing the name P.S Philadelphia. The P.S Pevensey was used as the P.S Philadelphia in the TV Series "All The Rivers Run" based on the novel written by Nancy Cato. The TV series was filmed in Echuca in 1982. The TV series was a huge success and still draws tourists to the Port of Echuca. The fact that the P.S Pevensey was showing the Philadelphia name in 1984 is a bit of a mystery, but it has been known that she was dressed up again as the P.S Philadelphia sometimes for special occasions. The Cossen's visit to Echuca might have been such an occasion. It is also a good picture of the pylons under the Echuca Moama bridge and the actual bridge itself. A coloured photograph of the P.S Pevensey travelling upstream under the Echuca Moama bridge. There is a group of people on the lower side deck.The man on the chair on the side deck is Councillor Bob Snow, who could have been the Mayor at the time. People can also be seen in the wheelhouse. There is a man standing on the back deck as well as one standing next to the wheelhouse. The name Philadelphia can be seen written across the front of the wheelhouse.The river is low and shows the waterline at the Moama Beach. Four bridge pylons can be seen as well as the bridge itself which is seen right across the top of the photograph.Written across the wheelhouse is the name Philadelphia.greenspot photography, p.s pevensey, murray river, echuca, la grue, bill, cossen's visit to echuca., all the rivers run, p. s philadelphia, echuca moama bridge, cossen family, cato, nancy

This photograph was taken in February 1984 on the occasion of Cossen's visit to Echuca. It is a close up of the wheelhouse of the P.S Pevensey with the name Philadelphia written across the wheelhouse. This is significant because the P.S Pevensey played the role of the P. S Philadelphia in the movie "All The Rivers Run" which was filmed in Echuca in late 1982 and a sequel was filmed in Echuca early in 1989.This photograph is significant because it shows the P.S. Pevensey showing the name P.S Philadelphia. The P.S Pevensey was used as the P.S Philadelphia in the TV Series "All The Rivers Run" based on the novel written by Nancy Cato. The TV series was a huge success and still draws tourists to the Port of Echuca. The fact that the P.S Pevensey was showing the Philadelphia name in 1984 is a bit of a mystery, but it has been known that she was dressed up again as the P.S Philadelphia sometimes for special occasions. The Cossen's visit to Echuca might have been such an occasion. It is also a good picture of the pylons under the Echuca Moama bridge.A coloured photograph of a close up of the wheelhouse of the P.S. Pevensey travelling upstream under the Echuca Moama iron bridge. There are three people in the wheelhouse. The paddle steamer appears to being driven by a dark haired young woman. There is a man standing with his back to the photographer, on the lower deck. Written across the wheelhouse under the wheel is the name Philadelphia.p.s pevensey, greenspot photography, murray river, echuca, la grue, bill, cossen's visit to echuca., all the rivers run, p. s philadelphia, echuca moama bridge, cossen family

This photograph was taken in February 1984 on the occasion of Cossen's visit to Echuca. P.S Pevensey with the name Philadelphia written across the wheelhouse can be seen steaming upstream under the bridge. This is significant because the P.S Pevensey played the role of the P. S Philadelphia in the movie "All The Rivers Run" which was filmed in Echuca in late 1982 and a sequel was filmed in Echuca early in 1989. Councillor Bob Snow can also be seen on the side deck. This is significant as the Cossen's visit to Echuca may have warranted this sort of attention.This photograph is significant because it shows the P.S. Pevensey showing the name P.S Philadelphia. The P.S Pevensey was used as the P.S Philadelphia in the TV Series "All The Rivers Run" based on the novel written by Nancy Cato. The TV series was filmed in Echuca in 1982. The TV series was a huge success and still draws tourists to the Port of Echuca. The fact that the P.S Pevensey was showing the Philadelphia name in 1984 is a bit of a mystery, but it has been known that she was dressed up again as the P.S Philadelphia sometimes for special occasions. The Cossen's visit to Echuca might have been such an occasion. A coloured photograph of the P.S Pevensey travelling downstream passed the Echuca Moama bridge. There is a group of people on the lower side deck.The man on the chair on the side deck is Councillor Bob Snow, who could have been the Mayor at the time. People can also be seen in the wheelhouse. There are people standing on the back deck.There is also a man standing on the front left deck of the paddle steamer. The name Philadelphia can be seen written across the front of the wheelhouse. Two bridge pylons can be seen in the background as well as the bridge itself which can be seen in the left background of the photograph. Written across the wheelhouse is the name Philadelphia.greenspot photography, p.s pevensey, murray river, echuca, la grue, bill, cossen's visit to echuca., all the rivers run, p. s philadelphia, echuca moama bridge, cossen family, cato, nancy, snow, bob (councillor)

Commissioner Edgar Henry Brownbill was in office 1957 to 1967. About to head into Echuca, Victoria from Moama, New South Wales George Coop advises - "The train on the Eltham/Moama bridge is actually the Commissioner’s Special on one of its inspection tours of the VR rail system. This was a very grand special train with accommodation for the Commissioner and staff in carriages also used once for the Royal Train and other State purposes. You can just see the Commissioner of the day, dressed in his suit and wearing engine drivers gloves, standing in the loco cab doorway. A good ‘hands on’ impression is created amongst local staff if can be seen that the boss is no ‘desk jockjey’. The observation car on the back was originally made for the ’Spirit of Progress’. I climbed up onto the bridge iron plate work to get this view. It was safe enough as the cantilevered pedestrian walkway was still on the east side at the time." "I was resident in Echuca from Jan. ’59 to approx. May ’64. At that time the single Echuca/Moama bridge was a combined road/rail bridge. The rail gauge was 5’3” and still is, I believe, on the new bridge that sits just upstream of the old one. This rail line into NSW has always been 5’3" gauge because it has no connection with any NSW tracks. The old Echuca/Moama bridge, locally called the ‘Iron Bridge’ has, over years, undergone some structural changes. The two lattice iron hoops arcing over the roadway have been raised and lowered and changed design. Presently a pedestrian walkway is cantilevered off the west (or downstream) side of the bridge. It used to be on the eastern side. Guess changes went in when new rail bridge only was built on the eastern side as well." Image dated as c.1963 based on same image in Port of Echuca collection (possibly frame 32 of film) (print 19.5 x 24.5cm) On reverse in pencil: "Brown card" in black pen: "Commissioners special. F. Brown on Footplate. George C.L. Coop c1963". https://victoriancollections.net.au/items/59d575b921ea6e1278d78042 However based on frame no. 10, date set as 1962Digital TIFF file Scan of 35mm Ilford FP3 black and white negative transparencyd3-639, d3-class steam locomotive, echuca-moama road rail bridge, george coop collection, murray river, vr commissioner's special train, edgar henry brownbill

Photograph from Dowell collection. Related to P000202. The iron bridge was completed in 1878 and was used by trains of the Deniliquin and Moama Railway company but it took another 12 months before local people could use it. On 4 March 1879 citizens of Echuca and Moama stormed the bridge, opened the gates and declared it open for their use.At the turn of the century the railway line carried produce from southern New South Wales & the Riverina to Melbourne. Goods trains were a very important mode to transport. When the bridge was being constructed 6 workmen were killed and another maimed when a pile on the Moama bank collapsed. After the storming of the bridge by local people in March 1879 it was declared open for use of local residents traveling between the towns of Echuca and Moama. The bridge was shared by rail, road and pedestrians traffic.A black and white photograph (copy) of the Murray bridge at Echuca showing high river. Photo taken from bank facing north on Echuca side. Inscribed lower centre "Murray Bridge, Echuca". Probably a copy from a post card.On front lower centre "Murray bridge - Echuca" In pencil on reverse: "High river. Old spans"dowell collection, murray river bridge , echuca, murray bridge, echuca

The iron bridge was completed in 1878 and was used by trains of the Deniliquin and Moama Railway company but it took another 12 months before local people could use it. On 4 March 1879 citizens of Echuca and Moama stormed the bridge, opened the gates and declared it open for their use.At the turn of the century the railway line carried produce from southern New South Wales & the Riverina to Melbourne. Goods trains were a very important mode to transport. When the bridge was being constructed 6 workmen were killed and another maimed when a pile on the Moama bank collapsed. After the storming of the bridge by local people in March 1879 it was declared open for use of local residents traveling between the towns of Echuca and Moama. The bridge was shared by rail, road and pedestrians traffic.A black and white print of a photograph (newspaper?) of the iron bridge over the Murray River, Echuca. Taken from Victorian bank looking east, river at low level. In red pen on reverse:"Iron Bridge over Murray"murray bridge, echuca, murray river bridge , echuca, iron bridge, echuca

The iron bridge was completed in 1878 and was used by trains of the Deniliquin and Moama Railway company but it took another 12 months before local people could use it. On 4 March 1879 citizens of Echuca and Moama stormed the bridge, opened the gates and declared it open for their use.At the turn of the century the railway line carried produce from southern New South Wales & the Riverina to Melbourne. Goods trains were a very important mode to transport. When the bridge was being constructed 6 workmen were killed and another maimed when a pile on the Moama bank collapsed. After the storming of the bridge by local people in March 1879 it was declared open for use of local residents traveling between the towns of Echuca and Moama. The bridge was shared by rail, road and pedestrians traffic.A black and white print from a photograph of the iron bridge at Echuca, taken looking East from Victoria bank.On reverse in red ink:" Iron bridge"murray river bridge , echuca, murray bridge, echuca, iron bridge, echuca

The iron bridge was completed in 1878 and was used by trains of the Deniliquin and Moama Railway company but it took another 12 months before local people could use it. On 4 March 1879 citizens of Echuca and Moama stormed the bridge, opened the gates and declared it open for their use.At the turn of the century the railway line carried produce from southern New South Wales & the Riverina to Melbourne. Goods trains were a very important mode to transport. When the bridge was being constructed 6 workmen were killed and another maimed when a pile on the Moama bank collapsed. After the storming of the bridge by local people in March 1879 it was declared open for use of local residents traveling between the towns of Echuca and Moama. The bridge was shared by rail, road and pedestrians traffic.A black and white print from a photograph of etching (?) of the iron bridge at Echuca. Picture shows a low river with river boat at right approaching the bridge and small boats and people on the banks. View looking west from Victoria bank.iron bridge, echuca, murray bridge, echuca, murray river bridge , echuca

The iron bridge was completed in 1878 and was used by trains of the Deniliquin and Moama Railway company but it took another 12 months before local people could use it. On 4 March 1879 citizens of Echuca and Moama stormed the bridge, opened the gates and declared it open for their use.At the turn of the century the railway line carried produce from southern New South Wales & the Riverina to Melbourne. Goods trains were a very important mode to transport. When the bridge was being constructed 6 workmen were killed and another maimed when a pile on the Moama bank collapsed. After the storming of the bridge by local people in March 1879 it was declared open for use of local residents traveling between the towns of Echuca and Moama. The bridge was shared by rail, road and pedestrians traffic.A black and white photograph of the iron bridge over the Murray River, Echuca. Taken looking west (on the Echuca side) with the wharf in the distant background. A paddle steamer can be seen at the base of the wharf.On reverse: stamped in purple ink "Port of Echcua". Stamped in grey ink" This photograph is with the compliments of the Ministry of Tourism Government of Victoria. Please acknowledge. Photo: Michael Cheshire. Ministry of Tourism Victoria. 276 Collins St, Melbourne. neg no.(In red pen) G032 Date (red pen) 1.71 Locality: (red pen) Echuca. Subject (red pen) Old Bridge.murray bridge, echuca, murray river bridge , echuca, iron bridge, echuca, michael cheshire

This photograph was taken in February 1984 on the occasion of Cossen's visit to Echuca. It is a close up of the wheelhouse, the cabins and the open hold. Written across the wheelhouse is the word Philadelphia. This is significant because the P.S Pevensey played the role of the P. S Philadelphia in the movie "All The Rivers Run" which was filmed in Echuca in late 1982 and a sequel was filmed in Echuca early in 1989. The series was hugely popular and brought a lot of attention to the Echuca area.Tourists still come to Echuca to see where "All The Rivers Run" was filmed. The TV series "All The Rivers Run" was based on the novel of the same name, written by Nancy Cato.This photograph is significant because it shows the P.S. Pevensey showing the name P.S Philadelphia. The P.S Pevensey was used as the P.S Philadelphia in the TV Series "All The Rivers Run" based on the novel written by Nancy Cato. The TV series was a huge success and still draws tourists to the Port of Echuca. The fact that the P.S Pevensey was showing the Philadelphia name in 1984 is a bit of a mystery, but it has been known that she was dressed up again as the P.S Philadelphia sometimes for special occasions. The Cossen's visit to Echuca might have been such an occasion. A coloured photograph and a negative of the P.S. Pevensey travelling on the Murray River. There is a group of people standing in the wheelhouse and a woman is standing on the deck next to the wheelhouse. There is a man sitting on the bottom deck, shading his eyes. It is a close up showing just the wheelhouse, cabins and the open hold. The Pevensey is wearing the name Philadelphia, which was the role the boat played in the TV Mini Series "All The Rivers Run." Which was filmed in Echuca during the 1980's.Written across the wheelhouse is the name Philadelphia.p.s pevensey, greenspot photography, murray river, echuca, la grue, bill, cossen's visit to echuca., all the rivers run, p. s philadelphia, echuca moama bridge, cossen family, cato, nancy

Original negative and photograph held by The Age, before by Orm Cook, Echuca. Photo is of a drawing of Bridge work taking place in 1877, across Murray River at Echuca. Orm Cook gave The Age the photograph in 1981 as the round arches on the bridge were about to be removed.A bridge crossing of the Murray River was needed by 1877. It linked Echuca and Moama in a more tangible way. The bridge was funded privately and public use of it was discussed for the next several years.A black and white photograph of a drawing, depicting the construction of the iron Murray Bridge at Echuca, showing the Surveyor, the bridge workers, hoists , a crane, and much activity.Written in pen on the back, "Murray Bridge at Echuca under construction. Original to 'Age' came from Orm Cook. Also the numbers 6530 written in pen. Also on the back is a rectangular stamp with these words inside the rectangle. "COPYRIGHT. This photograph may not be reproduced without permission in writing from the Editor of "The Age" 250 Spencer Street, Melbourne, and 39/41 York St, Sydney.murray river, bridge work, bridge construction, bridge workers., the age newspaper., orm cook.

The drawing shows all the activity and building roles involved in building a bridge in 1877. The crossing of the Murray River was very important to citizens living in both Echua, but especially those living in Moama and in further NSW regions as it provided them with access to Victorian market regions. The bridge was built privately for Deniliquin farmers, but eventually opened up to the general public.This is significant because it represents the roles of different tradesmen in the construction industry in the late 19th Century. It also shows construction stages . Bridge pylons are being inserted into the fiver banks. It is also a very well produced drawing, the artist is anonymous, but very skilled.A photograph of a drawing of the construction of the bridge crossing the Murray River in 1877. The picture shows surveyors, construction workers, crane operators, hoists and a crane and much activity.Written on the back in pen are the numbers 6530. In pencil are the numbers 61/8"? and 10"?. Stamped on the back is a small rectangle with the words 'COPYRIGHT. This photograph may not be reproduced without permission in writing from the Editot of "The Age" 250 Spencer Street Melbourne, and 39/41 York St., Sydney.' written inside it.bridge works, murray river crossing, moama, echuca, orm cook collection, 'the age' newspaper., deniliquin farmers, engineering, bridge building, pylons

A copy of a black and white photograph of paddle steamer travel along the Murray river. It shows passengers (2 men, 1 girl, 1 boy) on the upper deck of the P. S. Kelvin, around the late 1890-1900. In the background is a third man, Hugh Price, at the wheel of the paddlesteamer. On the back of the photograph is documented as being on the mail run and at the Murray Bridge.Demonstrates passenger transport and travel along the river as well as the delivery of mail services between rural communities around the Echuca,Victoria, Moama New South Wales around 1890-1900.Copy of a Black and white photograph of 2 men, 1 girl and 1 boy on upper deck of P. S. Kelvin. In background is a 3rd man, Hugh Price, at the wheel. Documented as being on mail run and at the Murray Bridge (at Echuca)Kelvin on mail run, Murray Bridge. Hugh Price at wheel in rear.p.s.kelvin, murray bridge, mail run, paddle steamers, murray river, echuca

The photograph shows a D3 loco, built around 1949, crossing the iron bridge. This particular loco was a special one used to draw the Commissioner's carriages. (Roy McDuff, Port of Echuca)The railways were an important part of the transportation of goods to Melbourne from the Port of Echuca. September 1864 saw the completion of the line from Bendigo to Echuca. The Iron Bridge was built across the Murray River between Echuca and Moama, completed in 1878, it was used by trains of the Deniliquin and Moama Railway Company.Black and white photograph of a D3 639 locomotive and three carriages, crossing the iron bridge at Echuca. It is seen from the front left hand side.On front on plates of locomotive:" D3", "639", " 639"On reverse in pencil: "Brown card" in black pen: "Commissioners special. F. Brown on Footplate. George C.L. Coop c1963".d3 locomotives, locomotive shed, echuca, railways, echuca, iron bridge, echcua

The photo shows a 'K' Class loco -158. The K Class Locos were built between 1940 and 1968. The coal hopper no longer exists at Echcua. (Roy McDuff, Port of Echuca)The railways were an important part of the transportation of goods to Melbourne from the Port of Echuca. September 1864 saw the completion of the line from Bendigo to Echuca. In 1877 the iron bridge over the Murray River was completed and used by the trains of the Deniliquin and Moama Railway Company, " a private line that operated on the Victorian gauge between Echuca and Deniliquin" (Blyth, Ian Echuca Skettchbook. Rigby 1978. p.24)Black and white photograph of a "K" class loco at the coal hopper at Echuca Railway Station. Front view.On reverse in pencil: " K Class at Echuca" Echuca K Class. 1940-1968". In blue pen:" Photo by: George L. Coop Nov 1963"railways, echuca, echuca- transport, steam trains, goods train, coal hopper, echuca

J Class Locos were built between 1940 and 1960's. The coal hopper no longer exists but the "hill" is still there. (Roy McDuff, Port of Echuca)The railways were an important part of the transportation of goods to Melbourne from the Port of Echuca. September 1864 saw the completion of the line from Bendigo to Echuca. In 1877 the iron bridge over the Murray River was completed and used by the trains of the Deniliquin and Moama Railway Company, " a private line that operated on the Victorian gauge between Echuca and Deniliquin" (Blyth, Ian Echuca Sketchbook Rigby 1978. p.24)Black and white photograph of a turntable at Echuca rail yards with a J Class loco in the distance leaving the coal hopper. Front view.On reverse in pencil: " J Class 1940-1960's" . In blue pen:" Photo by: George L. Coop Nov 1963"railways, echuca, echuca- transport, steam trains, goods train, coal hopper, echuca

The "R" Class locomotives were introduced in 1948. (Roy McDuff, Port of Echuca)The railways were an important part of the transportation of goods to Melbourne from the Port of Echuca. September 1864 saw the completion of the line from Bendigo to Echuca. In 1877 the iron bridge over the Murray River was completed and used by the trains of the Deniliquin and Moama Railway Company, " a private line that operated on the Victorian gauge between Echuca and Deniliquin" (Blyth, Ian Echuca Sketchbook Rigby 1978. p.24) The Loco shed housed locomotives for Victorian railways and the Deniliquin and Moama Railway company.Black and white photograph of 2 "R" Class locomotives outside the Echuca Loco Shed, amid clouds of steam and smoke. The loco in front is the 704 and on the right, 727.On reverse in pencil: " R Class intro 1968". In blue pen:" Photo by: George L. Coop Aug 1963"railways, echuca, echuca- transport, steam trains, goods train, locomotive shed, echuca

The "K" class Locos were built between 1940 and 1968. The "D3" Locos were introduced 1929 after conversion from "DD" Locos. The "J" class Locos were built in Scotland from 1948 till the early 1950s. (Roy McDuff, Port of Echuca)The railways were an important part of the transportation of goods to Melbourne from the Port of Echuca. September 1864 saw the completion of the line from Bendigo to Echuca. In 1877 the iron bridge over the Murray River was completed and used by the trains of the Deniliquin and Moama Railway Company, " a private line that operated on the Victorian gauge between Echuca and Deniliquin" (Blyth, Ian Echuca Sketchbook Rigby 1978. p.24) The Loco shed housed locomotives for Victorian railways and the Deniliquin and Moama Railway company.Black and white photograph of 3 locomotives outside Echuca Loco shed. Two are facing away from the shed and one towards it.On front of photo on the Locos "K155", "D3 677(?)", "J511". On reverse in blue pen:" Photo by: George L. Coop Nov 1962"railways, echuca, goods train, echuca- transport, steam trains, locomotive shed, echuca

The "J"class Locos were introduced in Scotland in 1948. They ran till the early 50's. (Roy McDuff, Port of Echuca)The railways were an important part of the transportation of goods to Melbourne from the Port of Echuca. September 1864 saw the completion of the line from Bendigo to Echuca. In 1877 the iron bridge over the Murray River was completed and used by the trains of the Deniliquin and Moama Railway Company, " a private line that operated on the Victorian gauge between Echuca and Deniliquin" (Blyth, Ian Echuca Sketchbook Rigby 1978. p.24) Black and white photograph of "J" class locomotives "500" pulling a number of wagons, across the Iron Bridge at Echuca.On front of photo on the loco:"J 500". On reverse in blue pen:" Photo by: George L. Coop Nov 1963". In red pen top left hand corner"Ch 11, (circled number )1. In pencil circled: "35". In pencil : " J Class. Intro Scotland 1948 early 50s."echuca- transport, goods train, railways, echuca, steam trains

The train in the centre of photo is a J Class which were built in Scotland between 1948 and the early 50's. (Roy McDuff, Port of Echuca)The railways were an important part of the transportation of goods to Melbourne from the Port of Echuca. September 1864 saw the completion of the line from Bendigo to Echuca. In 1877 the iron bridge over the Murray River was completed and used by the trains of the Deniliquin and Moama Railway Company, " a private line that operated on the Victorian gauge between Echuca and Deniliquin" (Blyth, Ian Echuca Sketchbook Rigby 1978. p.24) Black and white photograph of the tracks and signal levers at Echuca Rail Yard with goods carriages, cranes and loco shed on the left and Echuca railway station on the right. A loco (J class) is seen in the centre of photo in the distance. On reverse in blue pen:" Photo by: George L. Coop Nov 1963". In pencil : " Echuca Rail Yard. J Class"echuca- transport, goods train, railways, echuca, steam trains

The R Class Locos were made around 1948. (Roy McDuff, Port of Echuca)The railways were an important part of the transportation of goods to Melbourne from the Port of Echuca. September 1864 saw the completion of the line from Bendigo to Echuca. In 1877 the iron bridge over the Murray River was completed and used by the trains of the Deniliquin and Moama Railway Company, " a private line that operated on the Victorian gauge between Echuca and Deniliquin" (Blyth, Ian Echuca Sketchbook Rigby 1978. p.24) Black and white photograph of R Class locomotive , 727, and goods carriages leaving Echuca Railway station. Shows the front and right hand side of the train. A man can be seen on the footplate. The top floor of the Railway station is visible above the engine and carriages. On front of photo on the loco: "R727 "(on side of loco) "727"on front of loco.On reverse in blue pen:" Photo by: George L. Coop Nov 1963". In pencil : " R Class goods 1948" (circled). Crossed out, in black pen: "563a"echuca- transport, goods train, railways, echuca, steam trains, echuca railway station

The J class Locos were built from 1948 to the mid 60s. (Roy McDuff, Port of Echuca)The railways were an important part of the transportation of goods to Melbourne from the Port of Echuca. September 1864 saw the completion of the line from Bendigo to Echuca. In 1877 the iron bridge over the Murray River was completed and used by the trains of the Deniliquin and Moama Railway Company, " a private line that operated on the Victorian gauge between Echuca and Deniliquin" (Blyth, Ian Echuca Sketchbook Rigby 1978. p.24) Black and white photograph of J Class locomotive , 526, crossing a flood plain bridge at Moama. The front and left side of the loco can be seen from below the flood plain bridge. A man is visible in the cabin. On front of photo on the loco: "J526"(on side of loco).On reverse in blue pen:" Photo by: George L. Coop Nov 1963". Crossed out, in black pen: "564"echuca- transport, goods train, railways, echuca, steam trains, echuca-moama-railways

The D3 loco were made from 1949 as a development of the DD Locos made in 1902. The T class diesels were built from 1954. (Roy McDuff, Port of Echuca)The railways were an important part of the transportation of goods to Melbourne from the Port of Echuca. September 1864 saw the completion of the line from Bendigo to Echuca. In 1877 the iron bridge over the Murray River was completed and used by the trains of the Deniliquin and Moama Railway Company, " a private line that operated on the Victorian gauge between Echuca and Deniliquin" (Blyth, Ian Echuca Sketchbook Rigby 1978. p.24) Black and white photograph taken from inside Echuca Loco shed looking out at a D3 steam loco and a T class diesel. In the distance can be seen the old Echuca coal loader. On front of photo on the diesel loco: "1328" On the reverse of photo:" Photo by: George L. Coop Oct 1962". Crossed out, in black pen: "565". In pencil:" D3... T Class diesel 1954 Intro"echuca- transport, railways, echuca, steam trains, echuca loco shed, diesel trains

The Walker Diesels were built in the 1950's and developed 153 horsepower. (Roy McDuff, Port of Echuca)The railways were an important part of the transportation of goods to Melbourne from the Port of Echuca. September 1864 saw the completion of the line from Bendigo to Echuca. In 1877 the iron bridge over the Murray River was completed and used by the trains of the Deniliquin and Moama Railway Company, " a private line that operated on the Victorian gauge between Echuca and Deniliquin" (Blyth, Ian Echuca Sketchbook Rigby 1978. p.24) Black and white photograph of a Walker Diesel engine inside the Echuca Loco shed. Front and left hand side view. On the reverse of photo in blue pen:"Echuca Locomotive Shed 1962. Photograph: George L. Coop". Crossed out, in black pen: "566". In pencil:" Walker Diesel 153 hp 1950's" echuca- transport, railways, echuca, echuca loco shed, diesel trains

Macintosh's sawmill was on the banks of the Murray River in Echuca east where the Banyule State forest is now located. A tramway ran out to it from the main rail line near the iron bridge. Macintoshes Sawmill was one of the largest in the area. (Ref. Clare Jackson. )Macintoshes sawmill was set up by James Macintosh in 1868 in Echuca East. His sawmill prospered and in 1878 was "equal to five normal sawmills" (Ref; Coulson, Helen, "Echuca Moama On the Murray." P.158) He also owned 2 paddle steamers and 8 barges. The Macintosh Family contributed substantially to the development of Echuca East, but by 1901 the Family was in severe debt and were forced to sell the sawmill to the Nicholas Family.A black and white photograph of a large group of men outside a sawmill, reputed to be Macintoshes Sawmill in Echuca East.On the back of the photograph written in pencil are the words "Believed to be workmen at McIntosh's mill (Charlie Dowell says)macintosh's sawmill, sawmill industry, echuca east, banyule state forest, macintosh james, dowell, charlie, logging industry, jackson, clare

The Echuca wharf was first built in1865 to facilitate the arrival of the railway line to Echuca from Bendigo . This allowed the wool industry and the timber industry on the Darling Murray Rivers to be opened up. The height of the paddle steamer trade occurred in 1872 when 240 boats were cleared through the Echuca wharf. (Ref. Coulson, Helen. "Echuca-Moama On The Murray " p.71) The wharf was extended in 1874 and again in 1881 when cranes and sheds were added to help facilitate the unloading process. In 1884 the wharf was extended south into a turning basin and was 332 metres long. (Ref. Coulson, Helen. " Echuca Moama On the Murray" p. 71. It is possible that this photograph was taken before 1881 as there are no cargo sheds present in this photograph. This photograph is significant because it shows the use and extent of the Echuca Wharf in the late 19th Century. It also shows the importance of the impact that the railway line had on developing Primary Industry in the Murray River basin area.A black and white rectangular photograph of Echuca Wharf taken from the south eastern end of the wharf, near where the current wet dock area currently is. There are no cargo sheds on the wharf so The Bridge Hotel, St. George's Hall and Shackell's Bonded Store are clearly visible in the background. Two trains are parked on the wharf. A large group of men can be seen around a large crane in the middle of the wharf. A large stern wheeler paddle steamer is tied up to the Centre of the wharf. Two smaller paddle steamers are also tied up to the wharf.Written on the back of the photograph in pencil are the words " Early photo of the wharf. No sheds. Note Shackell's Bond Store and St George's Hall."echuca wharf, bridge hotel, shackell's bond store, st. george's hall, stern wheeler paddle steamers., murray river

The Echuca wharf was first built in1865 to facilitate the arrival of the railway line to Echuca from Bendigo . This allowed the wool industry and the timber industry on the Darling and Murray Rivers to be opened up. The height of the paddle steamer trade occurred in 1872 when 240 boats were cleared through the Echuca wharf. (Ref. Coulson, Helen. "Echuca-Moama On The Murray " p.71) The wharf was extended in 1874 and again in 1881 when cranes and sheds were added to help facilitate the unloading process. In 1884 the wharf was extended south into a turning basin and was 332 metres long. (Ref. Coulson, Helen. " Echuca Moama On the Murray" p. 71. This is a photograph of the first section of the wharf built in 1865.This photograph is significant because it shows the first section of the Echuca Wharf constructed in 1865. . It shows the cross beam red gum construction pattern used in wharf construction at that time. It also shows that the buildings on Murray Esplanade were visible from the river due to lack of construction on the wharf. The cranes are visible, but there appears to be no activity on the wharf at the time the photograph was taken.A black and white rectangular photograph taken of the northern end of the Echuca Wharf. The photograph shows the wooden construction of the wharf and it is believed to be the first section of the Echuca wharf constructed in 1864. Five cranes are visible as well as three little buildings. The St George's Hall and the Bridge Hotel are visible in the background. A small stern wheeler paddle steamer is tied up to the wharf. One man can be seen on the paddle steamer and one man can be seen standing on the bank beside the paddle steamer. Several people can be seen standing on the edge of the wharf above the paddle steamer.Written on the back of the photograph in pen are the words "J.H.P" (on flag) 1867 Copy Godson Collection.echuca wharf, bridge hotel, st. george's hall, stern wheeler paddle steamers., murray river, godson collection