Restored Garratt locomotive G42, fondly known as 'Puffing Billy's Big Brother', was officially launched back into service on Sunday, April 18, 2004 with a VIP return trip from Belgrave to the historic 'Packing Shed' at Nobelius Siding. Rail enthusiasts and other interested parties had an opporunity to participate in this unique event by purchasing tickets for travel on this special train, which departed Belgrave at 12:20pm. More photos.

For further information contact the Puffing Billy Railway on (03) 9754 6800 or email at: info@pbr.org.au or check the website: www.puffingbilly.com.au.