POPULAR LOCOMOTIVE RETURNS TO STEAMFEST 13 YEARS ON

Train buffs rejoice – a popular steam locomotive will return to Steamfest this year, after being out of service for more than a decade.

The 3801 will run on the tracks at Maitland next month, following extensive boiler repairs.

The war-era engine hauled one of the main passenger services between Sydney and Newcastle for more than 30 years.

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