Mining freight train derails in floodwaters east of Julia Creek

Victoria Nugent
Updated February 8 2019 - 2:36pm, first published 2:30pm
A freight train carrying zinc, lead and copper anode has derailed in floodwaters at Nelia. Supplied:QR
A freight train carrying zinc, lead and copper anode has derailed in floodwaters at Nelia. Supplied:QR

 A FREIGHT train carrying zinc, lead and copper anode has tipped in floodwaters at Nelia, 60km east of Julia Creek. 

Victoria Nugent

Victoria Nugent

National sheep and wool writer

National sheep and wool writer for ACM's agricultural publications. Former livestock editor for Queensland Country Life. Send your story tips to vnugent@austcommunitymedia.com.au

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