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707 Operations Inc, P. O. Box 1051, Newport (2025)

04/06/2025

Thank you to 150 guests who travelled with 707 Operations and Slow Rail Journeys on our 5 night-6 day VINELANDER journey to Mildura. It was our pleasure spending this memorable time with you in regional Victoria.

This VINELANDER Slow Rail Journey operated on schedule through out the journey and was at maximum capacity, being fully sold out months prior to departure.

We thank our regional based partners and suppliers who all contributed to ensure that our guests enjoyed the very best that regional Victoria offers.

Did you miss out on this journey, but want to join us for a future VINELANDER Slow Rail Journey? Limited space remains on our 30th October departure, book quickly to avoid disappointment: www.slowrailjourneys.com.a

We’re about to launch some additional Slow Rail Journey itinerarys for the remainder of 2025, keep an eye on all our social channels for more detail.

02/06/2025

Over the weekend, our VINELANDER guests enjoyed amazing off-train experiences whilst in the Sunraysia region of Victoria.

We’ve visited Mungo National Park with Uncle Warren, Ash and Kenny then sampled some of the Trentham Estate’s finest wine, we toured Orange World and learned about Mario’s impressive juicing techniques, we shopped at Woodsie’s Gem shop, dined on the Murray River with our friends from Mildura Paddle Steamers, and we’ve spent some time at the beautiful botanic gardens of Mildura.

A special feature of The VINELANDER journey was viewing the Mildura trail of lights display on Saturday night.

It was great to meet with local members, and the Mayor of Mildura as the VINELANDER arrived, all of whom are very supportive to tourism and rail in the Mildura region.

Today, our journey back to The Goldfields region is underway, and we’re running about 40 minutes ahead of schedule with some excellent train controlling and driving skills on display. Running early allows our guests and additional time to enjoy the lovely RACV Goldfields resort, our accomodation for tonight’s stop-over.

Let us take you to the Sunraysia on a future Slow Rail Journey. Limited accomodation remains for October/November 2025. Book quickly: www.slowrailjourneys.com.au

30/05/2025

Yesterday, THE VINELANDER Slow Rail Journey from Melbourne to Mildura started its two day journey, albeit with a delayed start from Melbourne. These delays were caused by freight train interference in the Melbourne area. Despite a 50 minute delay starting, we ended our journey in Maryborough on time, having made up much of our delay with efficient train meets on the Western Standard gauge network.

Today, THE VINELANDER continues its journey North, travelling deep into the heart of Mallee country towards Mildura. Currently operating at full capacity, The VINELANDER should arrive into Mildura at 4.40pm this afternoon.

Earlier today, we were greeted by many local residents of Donald, as the VINELANDER made a stop. We’re always excited to see everyone at Donald, and our guests enjoyed the craft stalls set up on the platform.

This is the fourth VINELANDER that we have operated and the first VINELANDER journey for 2025, with two more to follow in September and late October. Our late October itinerary is almost fully booked so please act quickly to secure your spot on board: www.slowrailjourneys.com.au

Over the weekend, guests on board the VINELANDER have a variety of fully escorted off-train tours to enjoy. As always, 707 Operations and Slow Rail Journeys are very proud to support regional Victoria and showcase the very best of the Mallee to our guests.

Thank you to everyone travelling on board the VINELANDER this weekend, we’ve got a huge weekend planned for you, we hope you enjoy the Sunraysia.

28/05/2025

On behalf of all of us at Slow Rail Journeys, welcome aboard the Vinelander as we embark on an epic 6-day adventure to Mildura and the Sunraysia.

All booked guests on this Slow Rail Journey will have already received a detailed itinerary for our journey and our pre-departure information.

Check-in will be open at the Savoy Hotel (630 Little Collins St, on the corner of Spencer Street) from 4:00 pm to 6:00 pm this afternoon, and from 7:45 am to 9:00 am (slightly later than anticipated) on Thursday morning.

Breakfast on Thursday morning, included for all guests, will be hosted on Level 1 at the Savoy Hotel between 8:00 am and 9:15 am.

After a brief (compulsory) tour briefing, we expect to board the train at approximately 9:15 am for a departure shortly thereafter.

At check-in, you will be allocated to a group and receive your assigned seats for the week, details of your accommodation in Mildura and tags to place on your baggage.

Please ensure all checked bags are placed in the bag drop area at The Savoy Hotel before 9:00 am. Bags will be transferred to our first overnight stop at The Goldfields and will be available for collection upon our arrival.

Welcome aboard, and we look forward to greeting all of you later today, or early on Thursday morning.

18/05/2025

Last night, guests on board the GRAINLANDER Slow Rail Journey enjoyed watching the newly installed Silo Illumination Projection on two of the Sea Lake silos.

The projections are a 25 minute nightly light show Created by Illuminart, depicting local history, seasonal landscapes and farming practices, wildlife, flora, tourism, Lake Tyrrell, salt harvesting, and the famous night skies. The show is professionally narrated and includes a mix of still images, videos and animations.

A special feature was seeing the SLOW
RAIL JOURNEYS advert during the light show.

Let us take you to the Mallee on a future Slow Rail Journey. Limited accomodation remains for September and November in 2025. Book quickly: www.slowrailjourneys.com.au

17/05/2025

Off train touring on our current May Grainlander Slow Rail Journey visited the spectacular Lake Tyrrell at Sunset tonight.

Sunset at Lake Tyrrell now features in all of our 2025 Slow Rail Journeys GRAINLANDER itineraries, we hope to share some magical memories with you later in 2025 on board The GRAINLANDER.

Limited places remain available for our September and November Sea Lake GRAINLANDER Slow Rail Journeys, if you want to be a part of the magic, book soon to avoid missing out.
www.slowrailjourneys.com.au

17/05/2025

This morning, the GRAINLANDER has continued on its overnight journey from Melbourne to Sea Lake, with intermediate stops at Ballarat and Wycheproof.

In the wee small hours of the night, we assisted V/Line at Ballarat to attach another locomotive which needs to be relocated to Melbourne with our return journey tomorrow. This gives our GRAINLANDER train some additional power for the remainder of its journey.

At Wycheproof, we paused allowing guests to visit this vibrant community and meet some of the local hosts.

Onwards through Broadway (where the railway runs through the middle of the roadway) we continued to Sea Lake, arriving ahead of schedule. While volunteers provision the train carriages for the return journey, guests enjoy off-train touring with our tour guides and Jamie from Starts bus lines of Charlton.

Looking for a future Slow Rail Adventure? www.slowrailjourneys.com.au

16/05/2025

The spectacular Sea Lake GRAINLANDER returns for 2025, and we’re looking forward to making new friends tonight as our Slow Rail Journey commences.

Your journey with us will commence at 7:30 pm with an included bon-voyage dinner at the Savoy Hotel. The Savoy Hotel is located on the corner of Little Collins and Spencer Streets, adjacent to Southern Cross Station. Please do not arrive at the Savoy Hotel before 7.15pm.

While you enjoy your pre-departure dinner, a Slow Rail Journeys volunteer team member will check you in and provide you with your cabin allocation for the weekend, along with other information about the weekend’s itinerary.

Boarding will commence once the train is placed on platform number 3 at Southern Cross station. Please listen for our safety presentation before leaving the Savoy Hotel for the train.

Low temperatures of around 5 degrees are forecast for this weekend, and given we spend some time outdoors as part of the Mallee by Starlight experience, we recommend packing weather-appropriate clothing.

If you’re planning on viewing THE GRAINLANDER Slow Rail Journey as it travels between Melbourne and Sea Lake in the Mallee region, we once again remind you that it is not acceptable to enter the railway corridor at any stage, trespassing events are now reported by our train crews. Please only view the train from a safe access point, such as stations or level crossings where public access is provided for. Our train shares the railway network with other high speed trains, and for the safety of other train crews, and for the safety of yourself please don’t trespass.

Seven-O-Seven Operations is an all-volunteer staffed organisation meaning there are no paid staff aboard this weekend's train. Every one of your dedicated crew members is here because we love what we do and are passionate about sharing the best of Victoria, and our rail heritage with you.

Welcome to THE GRAINLANDER.

09/04/2025

Join 707 Operations Inc as we head to Seymour for a day at the of the Goulburn festival on Saturday 26th April 2025.

TICKETS AND MORE INFO - www.slowrailjourneys.com.au

There is so much to see and do for the whole family at the Seymour Tastes of the Goulburn festival this year, and the festival is just a few steps away from where your heritage train will arrive. Seymour's Station Street is transformed into a mecca for Food, Wine and Fun for this family friendly event that is not to be missed.

In 2025, the list of amazing vendors at the Tastes of the Goulburn festival keeps mounting to bring you a true taste of what the Goulburn region has to offer.
Be it wines that showcase Victoria's regional diversity or take cues from southern Italy, southern France and Portugal; melt in your mouth meat, goats cheese, or artisanal salami, focaccias and Portuguese tarts, your tastebuds will be alight with excitement!

The best way to get to and from the Seymour Tastes of the Goulburn festival is by heritage train - Sit back in your comfortable compartment and enjoy the scenery as our heritage train powers over the Great Dividing Range and into Seymour. On arrival at Seymour there is 5 hours to explore and take part in the festival. After a full day out, relax in your comfortable air conditioned (and heated) carriages with a snack, or some light refreshments as we take you home to Melbourne.

TICKETS AND MORE INFO - www.slowrailjourneys.com.au

03/04/2025

Get down to Train World Pty Ltd in Brighton, Victoria and pick up some of 707 Operations’ beautifully restored passenger carriages in HO scale for your model railway!

01/04/2025

Join 707 Operations Inc and Slow Rail Journeys for a weekend of private train travel to some of Victoria's best food and wine venues.

On Saturday join our annual train to Seymour's Tastes of the Goulburn Festival, before enjoying an included night at the Savoy Hotel. On Sunday travel to the award-winning Clyde Park Estate for a leisurely Sunday lunch before returning to Melbourne.

Saturday 26th and Sunday 27th April 2025.

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Saturday: Join our Annual private train to Seymour's Tastes of the Goulburn Festival:

Join our annual heritage diesel-hauled Single Day Slow Rail Journey to Seymour, attending the renowned Tastes of the Goulburn Festival. Travel by heritage train from Melbourne to Seymour with ample time to enjoy the pre-eminent food and wine festival in one of the most productive regions of Australia.

Goulburn Valley’s favourite food and wine festival is hosted on Seymour's picturesque heritage-lined Station Street. Discover new products and flavours: sample gourmet produce and award-winning beer, cider, gin, spirits and wine. Meet producers and talk to winemakers. Be inspired by chef demonstrations. Learn how to use local ingredients in your home kitchen. And kickback to toe-tapping tunes all at Tastes of the Goulburn.

The rivers and ranges of the Goulburn Valley region in Central Victoria boast mild weather, sandy soils, and abundant water. Our talented local growers, producers, and makers make the conditions to deliver gourmet food, award-winning wines, crisp ciders, unique craft beer, botanical gins, and plenty more. In addition to the fantastic food and wine on show, various bands will provide music and there is plenty of entertainment for kids. Our train will arrive in Seymour in time for you to explore the festival for approximately four hours before returning to Melbourne.

Upon arrival back in Melbourne walk across the road the the adjacent Savoy Hotel for a night of luxury.

Sunday: The Winelander to the much-acclaimed Clyde Park Estate

Join the Winelander and spend a day sampling the best food and wines of Western Victoria as we venture from Melbourne to Inverleigh and the Geelong Wine Region. Relax in our Standard Gauge heritage carriages on a Single-Day Slow Rail Journey to remember, enjoying a gourmet lunch at the highly acclaimed Clyde Park Winery.

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09/03/2025

What a weekend our amazing guests have just enjoyed on The Riverlander Slow Rail Journey to Piangil and Swan Hill, bought to you by the team from 707 Operations Inc!

Thanks go out to those who joined is over the weekend, on this fully sold out Journey which took in many exciting new tour options for a Riverlander itinerary.

We watching almonds being shaken from trees in the harvest, explored how polystyrene boxes are made, cruised along the mighty Murray River, visiting some of the most amazing silos of the Victorian Silo Art Trail, and along the way we enjoyed some of the best dining that this region of Victoria has to offer.
Thanks also to Jimmy at Nullawil, it’s always a pleasure to have you entertain our guests during our silo art visit.

Along the way, some of our volunteers and guests were interviewed at 1am for a Taiwanese documentary on onboard, we can’t wait to see the final edit.

Both the front of house, and back of house volunteers from 707 Operations Inc had an enjoyableble weekend doing what we really love - showing Victoria to our guests, creating memories that youll chesish for many years to come.

If you missed out on The Riverlander Slow Rail Journey, but really want to experience the very best of heritage rail based Tourism in Victoria, visit www.slowrailjourneys.com.au now yo learn more about our next tours. We cant wait to welcome you on board, and share our passion with you!

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Wednesday	9am - 8pm
Thursday	9am - 8pm
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