Way and Works
“The ‘way’ is the railway industry term for the track, so effectively “Way and Works” is predominantly trackwork. But at the YVR we aren’t just maintaining an operating railway – we are rebuilding for the future, the largest volunteer infrastructure project in Australia. If that doesn’t get you excited, I don’t know what will!” – Brenden
The Yarra Valley Railway relies on the hard work of the Way and Works Volunteers for ongoing maintenance and renewals covering all rail infrastructure along the YVR’s network: Track, Signals, Bridges & Structures, Buildings and Corridor Access.
The YVR currently operate on a 4km section of track which is maintained by the Volunteer of the Way and Works Branch. This work includes track inspections, sleeper replacements, ballasting, bridge maintenance and many other activities out along the line, with the backdrop of the spectacular Yarra Valley.
But that is not all – the YVR is currently rebuilding 8km of rail and 16 bridges to link the current operations to Yarra Glen.
Do you have what it takes to be a Way and Works Volunteer? To find out more – please contact us, and indicate that you are interested in Way and Works and any experience you have.
