Private company

Melbourne and Essendon Railway Company

Australian company

The Melbourne and Essendon Railway Company was formed in 1858 and was authorised by the Victorian Parliament to build a railway line from North Melbourne to Essendon. The single track railway was opened in October 1860.2 Wikipedia text CC BY-SA 4.0

Last updated Oct 21, 2026.

Overview

The Melbourne and Essendon Railway Company was formed in 1858 and was authorised by the Victorian Parliament to build a railway line from North Melbourne to Essendon. The single track railway was opened in October 1860.2

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