Electric, Rail traffic panel – Koolyanobbing to Merredin

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Railway circuit board

This control panel was first installed in the District Traffic Superintendent's building on Barrack Street in Merredin in 1967. In 1987 the incandescent lights were changed to LED (light emitting diodes). This panel was decommissioned in 1998 when it was replaced by a computerised panel.

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Merredin Museum and Historical Society Incorporated

A railway museum inside an old railway station building.

Stand on the railway platform which once welcomed steam and diesel passenger trains. Imagine a time when rail travel was the cheapest and easiest way to travel. Be immersed in the fascinating history...

Address:

Great Eastern Highway
Merredin WA 6415
Australia

Open Hours

Mon to Sun 11am - 2pm, except some public holidays

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