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 Puffing Billy Preservation Society 70th Anniversary Page 

70th Anniversary merchandise is now available through our on-line shop.
Link: 70th Anniversary Merchandise

On the 8th June 1955, the Puffing Billy Preservation Society's formation meeting was held at the Independent Church Hall in Collins Street, Melbourne. At that meeting, the initial committee was appointed and the constitution and rules were accepted.

An extract of the first meeting minutes can be found at this link: coming soon!

There was also a short amateur movie film shown, produced by Mr Ern Tindall. This movie depicted Puffing Billy operations before closure and included shots from the 'Farewell Puffing Billy' trips.

The link will take you to a You tube version of this movie.
Link:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nUzFNml0NmQ   

PBPS 70th Anniversary Afternoon Tea

Was held on 8 Jun 2025 at the Belgrave Community Hub, Belgrave.

This was an open invitation to all members and supporters to come an celebrate the great achievements of the Society over the last 70 years.
An early film, that was shown at the first meeting of the Society in 1955, was replayed for members enjoyment. A Power point slide show followed highlighting Society achievements over the decades. This was followed by a sumptuous high tea and our traditional cake.

A PowerPoint timeline presentation can be accessed at the following link: 70 year presentation.pdf

The link will take members to our photo pages with pictures from the event. Link: 70th Anniversary Afternoon Tea

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