The Parkville grain train that derailed in 2016 was caused by a fractured yoke, an Australian Transport Safety Bureau report finds

Madeline Link
Updated June 13 2018 - 4:44pm, first published June 12 2018 - 3:30pm
DERAILMENT: The Pacific National grain train that ran off the tracks in April 2016. PHoto: Australian Transport Safety Bureau
DERAILMENT: The Pacific National grain train that ran off the tracks in April 2016. PHoto: Australian Transport Safety Bureau

THE FAULT that caused a train to derail and drop 10 tonnes of barley at Parkville in 2016 has been revealed in a government report.

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Madeline Link

Madeline Link

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Madeline Link is a journalist at the Newcastle Herald, with a focus on Lake Macquarie City Council. To keep up with my stories, follow my Twitter @madeline_link, for tips email madeline.link@newcastleherald.com.au.

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