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Going serious here.
This is a completely fucking bullshit cunt response from Metro Trains.
Multiple safety protocols failed.
Don't fucking lowkey victim-blame, deflect responsibility and say you'll "conduct a review". Jesus fucking Christ.
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Throwback Thursday!
This Aug 1983 NSW Archives pic shows the launch of the inaugural Sydney-Canberra XPT service.
Yep, we're going with this: someone got so excited they ejaculated over the front of the train.
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The Victorian Liberal Party have today stated they will build 25 hybrid trains to service western lines if elected in November.
We can only assume they mean something like this.
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Good morning Melbourne!
Due to industrial action buses will replace trains Dandenong-Cranbourne and Watergardens-Sunbury until further notice.
We see this as bonus outdoor time! Fresh air, traffic views and a chance to really sit with your thoughts.
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Let's hope WorkSafe don't figure out some of our Comeng sets are close to 45 years old.
https://www.abc.net.au/news/2026-08-31/cfa-volunteers-truck-upgrades-worksafe-victoria/107096752
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Throwback Thursday!
This April 1976 Peter Vincent pic shows a Harris set departing Flinders Street.
See how nice the area was before someone built a shitty concrete square over the top of it?
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Metro 5.25pm Update:
All lines running well this evening with no incidents or disruptions.
We had "major delays due to a track fault in the Craigieburn area" in the office sweep. Looks like we lost that one.
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METRO 5.35PM UPDATE:
ALL LINES ARE RUNNING WELL THIS EVENING WITH NO SIGNIFICANT DELAYS OR DISRUPTIONS.
ALSO HOW FUCKING COOL IS CAPS LOCK AMIRITE?
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Throwback Thursday!
This c1930 VR pic shows sheep being loaded on to rail wagons at Newmarket Saleyards.
The yards closed years ago - which is a shame, because the sheep smelled nicer and behaved better than most passengers.
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You prepare by simulating a heap of trespassers on the tracks?
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Rail Safety Week is wrapping up, however we remind you EVERY week is Rail Safety Week.
Be aware of your surroundings and pay attention; don't trespass in rail corridors or treat them like playgrounds. In short: don't be a fuckwit around trains.
Thanks.
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If these geese can understand the concept of using a level crossing properly, safely and legally... so can you.
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Been involved in a traumatic incident on the railways? FREE support services are available from Amber Community. This is offered to staff members, responders, witnesses and family members.
More information is available at https://ambercommunity.org.au/
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It's Friday, so here's Emily Lubitz and Tinpan Orange performing "Dumb Ways To Die".
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Here's Jeremy Clarkson showing what happens when you're a fuckwit around level crossings.
Remember: if Jeremy Clarkson says you're a fuckwit, you probably are.
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The horrific nature of the Kerang collision is detailed in the official investigation report, linked below.
This is why we say "don't be a fuckwit around trains or level crossings".
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These pics show the aftermath of a LX collision between a truck and a V/Line service at Kerang in June 2007.
11 people died.
Despite his negligence, truck driver Christiaan Scholl was acquitted of all charges relating to the event.
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Joshua, a driver with ARG, had a collision with a truck at a level crossing.
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SAFETY BEGINS WITH YOU
(by not being a fuckwit around trains or level crossings)
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Geoffrey, a Pacific National driver.
Need help?
Lifeline 13 11 14
Beyond Blue 1300 22 4636
Kids Helpline 1800 55 1800 -
Don't trespass on rail lines. Lewis, a driver in Adelaide, has a story about this.
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Daryl, a driver with Queensland Rail, explains why you don't fuck around at level crossings.
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Leonard, a train driver in Sydney, shares his story.
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August 10–16 is Rail Safety Week.
We're taking the week to share important messages & information to raise awareness of rail safety, including a few things that are hopefully obvious but apparently still need saying.
We'll be back to normal next week.
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We see this as "More Cancellations And Delays On The Way".
Win!
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This c1970s pic (phtg unkwn) shows T323 hauling Hitachi shells to Somerton for final fitout.
"Hitachi" would later become known for powerful vibrations and customer satisfaction.
Any resemblance to other Hitachi products is purely coincidental.
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Other ideas we're considering:
* "Not being bashed by ticket thugs" fee
* "Air conditioned carriage" fee
* "Use of elevator/escalator to or from platform" fee
* "Priority access to a replacement bus" fee
* "Being charged a fee" fee
* "Timetable look up" fee