Trains are the lifeblood of Australia, and dedicated crews work in extreme conditions and under tight deadlines to repair these metallic monsters - from modern wonders to classic steam locomotives.
The Ghan's maintenance team must race to ensure this iconic train departs the next day.
The construction of a 130-tonne locomotive in Newcastle is nearing the finish line.
In Perth, the pressure is on for a team tackling a high-stakes engine rebuild.
A locomotive needs a quick double bogie change to get back to the sugarcane harvest.
A freight train needs an urgent engine replacement after a critical failure.
A busy commuter train undergoes a tough traction motor replacement.
A maintenance team attempts to overhaul a finicky gear box.
In the Adelaide Hills, a rusty 10 T water tank gets cut off a vintage steam loco.
In Melbourne, the busy SCT maintenance team expect the unexpected every day.
In Sydney, the crew at Downer Rail must fix a leaking air conditioner.
