Discover Casino: Railways, History and Nature

Casino combines railway experiences, regional history and wildlife viewing. The miniature railway travels through the Jabiru Geneebeinga Wetlands, while museums and historical plaques bring the history of the town and district to life. Platypus can be spotted at the Platypus Pools. As you plan your trip, it is worth first deciding which of these experiences you want to shape your stay.

Ride the miniature railway through the wetlands

The Casino Miniature Railway takes passengers on a scenic route through the peaceful Jabiru Geneebeinga Wetlands. These wetlands are a natural habitat and sanctuary for native birds and other wildlife. For travellers interested in railways and nature, the route through the wetlands is a particular highlight.

The railway operates regularly on the first and third Sunday of each month. Plan your visit around these operating days if the ride is an essential part of your trip; checking the timetable before you travel will help with planning. During the ride, visitors stop at the historic Old Casino Station Museum. There, they can explore exhibits, artefacts and stories about regional railway history. If you are travelling with children, you can consider whether the combination of a train ride and museum exhibits suits your family’s interests.

History in different places

Casino’s historical museum is dedicated to the origins of Casino and the surrounding district, as well as the lifestyle of its earlier residents. It has an extensive collection of objects and materials about the origins of Casino and the surrounding district, reflecting the lifestyle of its earlier residents. While the Old Casino Station Museum focuses on regional railway history, this collection turns attention to the town and its earlier way of life.

Around Casino, 19 historical information plaques at various locations tell the story of the town. In addition to the museum collection, the town’s history can also be encountered at several locations. The plaques offer another way to explore historical topics beyond a museum collection.

Wildlife viewing and river scenery

Casino’s riverside parklands offer views of the Richmond River’s rock pools. Platypus can be observed in their natural habitat at the Platypus Pools; early morning and dusk are considered the best times. Sightings are not guaranteed. This offers a choice of nature experiences: taking in the river and rock pools, or the possibility of wildlife viewing at times that are best suited to it.

Planning your trip

The Casino Visitor Information Centre offers travel advice, regional maps and information about local attractions, events and driving routes on the NSW North Coast. Use this resource as you weigh up other interests for your stay. Consider whether railway history, the town’s history or wildlife viewing should shape your stay most.

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