I get that gold pays bills but there's only so much swimming in rivers I can handle. This was the style of video that brought me to the channel, so more than happy to see another history/adventure vid pop up
I get that. It’s been tricky for me as a creator but also a father to keep a balance. These videos take a lot of time researching and planning on how to make them ‘mine’, and above all they don’t cater to a wider audience so they don’t preform as well so it’s a sacrifice. The gold is simple, takes no pre trip planning, rewards in investment providing a good haul, and the videos have potential to hit millions of views. But I know what you mean, I’m going to keep making these videos as long as I can. They’re my soul and my gift to Tasmania. But I think for me to be wise, I have to have a balance which I have done since the very beginning. Thanks for sticking with me.
@@Rob.Parsonstotally understand mate. You've given so much cool "shorter" history stuff, then there's the epics like the Franklin series which I guess other than satisfaction, there is no great payback for the huge amount of time that must have go into planning and editing etc behind the scenes, let alone time away from home on the actual trip.
I think what l enjoy most with your vid's Rob is you literally go where no-one has been for decades, if not hundreds of years. Gosh l hope a Tiger pops out in front of you one day. If anyone will see one, it will be you.
The cherry on top, the reward for us, is your dedication to the preservation of history and the retelling of the stories of old. To you sir, I dip's me lid.
Another great Episode Rob. Love listening to your voice its quite calm and easy going. Your History spiel of walking into these area's is second to none, keep up the awesome content
When I heard the name Zeehan my brain kinda told me, that sounds Dutch! And yeah I was right as Able Tasman was of the coast many moons ago, and it was named Zeehaen (Old Dutch for "Sea Rooster") in honour of Tasman's voyage of exploration. I always wondered if them Dutch, my mob had set foot on Tassie and mainland Aussieland and claimed it, I would not had to learn English over 4 decades ago, and would have had less fist fights with all them Aussielanders that used to call me a clog wog and thought this giant Dutch boy would turn the other cheek. Great video, and cheers from far east Gippsland.
The Dutch did “settle” (die) here in Oz from 1629 & 1656 & 1711 Dutch East Indiamen wrecks of Batavia, Gilt Dragon, & Zyptdorp. For details get a copy of Henry Van Zanden’s 2 Books “Lost White Tribes of Australia”
@@ianmoone2359 I am aware of that part of history, but they never claimed it, or toke Aussieland, depending how you look at it. I am well aware of the golden age of Holland, they went just about everywhere on them leaky boats, the saying Dutch courage kinda came from them getting on a boat and have a look around hehe. The Dutch were not really settlers like the English, Spanish or Portuguese, although they did set up camp in some countries, bleed the place for what it had, then move on. Over the decades I tried to inform many Aussielanders that them Dutchies were here before the English, but I have read something years ago that the Portuguese were here even earlier. The Dutch were in North and South America before most others, New Amsterdam before the English took it, Dutch Brazil, South Africa, parts of Asia, they even had strong ties with Japan when Japan closed all ports and trade with the world. I have no doubt if Holland had the same population like the English, they would have ruled the world like the English empire. I traced my family name some years ago, as my family name is very rare even in Holland, and funny to find it spread out over the world, more than in Holland, it was even found in Russia of all places. Did a DNA search as well, and found that 25% of my DNA is English, no surprise as my family tree comes from Zeeland, islands of the coast of Holland, and the Dutch used to trade with the English, they even had a hand in their alphabet. I used to spend lots of time studying my heritage and history, used to be real orange, but been here so long now, and Holland like most of Europe dropped the ball, so my pride has worn off, and blessed I live in Aussieland.
Able Tasman first sighted Tasmania on 24/11/1642 and named what he saw as Van deimans Land in honour of Antony Van-deiman who was the CEO of the Dutch East Indies company that dealt in the spice trade.
@@Peeter-c1n New Zealand is another one they looked at, but kept going. Although I love anything history wise, I see some truth in "History is a set of lies agreed upon." - Napoleon Bonaparte. One that got my eye brows raised is The Hamitic Hypothesis, still not sure what to think of that one.
@@tribe-of-Zabulon Yes the Portuguese were here before the Dutch. There’s a Portuguese cannonade discovered off a Portuguese ship up on the Kimberly coastline of Western Australia & it’s the Museum in Canberra I think these days. Then the Chinese (Zheng He) were here in 1421 before the Portuguese, in Shark Bay again in Western Australia according to author Gavin Menzies in his book 1421.
Tasmania is blessed to have someone like you who takes the time to make these RUclips videos and shares them with the rest of the world to watch and enjoy. You deserve over a million followers mate. Love both your channels.
So much great information and research. Been to Zeehan and Strahan and rode the train to Queenstown myself. Your trip Rob as always was scenic, insightful and inspiring. A big thumbs up from me.
Coming from Victoria , some 40+ years ago we made that trip , I had a old 45series cruiser, we found the entrance from talking with locals , the sleepers were still in place then , the bush not too thick , we made it to Montazooma Falls. Amazing place. Last week I passed buy the track again memories, Tassie West is so full of history . You always make great videos, good work .
If only I was 50 years younger - Great work Rob it brings back my bush walking days, nothing as adventurous as your travels but thanks for taking me along especially the discovery of the two railway carriages - makes you wonder how and why they are there. Keep up the great work you do promoting Tassie - I also enjoy Robinsbrook - Cheers
Little Scoutie is gonna have HEAPS of pride when he gets older and realizes how much awesomeness his Dad has achieved in saving and documentation of such a huge amount of the rapidly disappearing past...
Rob, thank you so much for your history lessons along with scenic content. Many people do not care to learn about the things of old, nor do they care unless it lines their own pockets so to speak. I value this knowledge because it is a miracle that man-made things still stand in testament to hard work and industrial births of new towns, etc. I can't imagine why we seek the dollar rather than appreciate the examples of building things the old way. Unfortunately, the love of money and selfishness has replaced everything we see. Blessings from Alabama ❤️
Tramways constructed "by a class of men now gone", well spoken Rob. Undertaking these feats of construction, with the tools they had, through that country is off the scale. Beautifully filmed, thx.
So well researched Rob. The photographs of the early years certainly brought it all to life. It's true as you said "men the likes of whom are not to be seen again" the labour it must have taken to work those cuttings. No doubt with horses and scoops and sheer determination, blood, sweat and tears. Loved the adventure.
Hi Rob. While I understand that this type of history video takes longer to research and to make, it makes interesting and inspiring viewing. And keeps me interested. Keep it up. I want to combine the Frazer Creek Hut trip with Montezuma Falls and surrounds. Thanks for the awesome videos.
My favourite type of parson vid, exploring the history of this beautiful state! Great ad for the bike, I stopped mid episode to go and check out Google for these, glad to see you've linked the company at the end. It goes hard! Thanks yet again for a lovely episode.
Cheers legend.🤘 I'm sitting in Somerset caravan park, we just moved here you and Levi are 100% to blaim. I'm not even interested in gold but the serenity absolutely got me. Cheers mate.🙏 Looking to buy in Penguin might see you around the traps
We went up there looking at real estate too! Drove all around Pengu8n and Somerset! We are down in the Huon Valley. Didn't see anything that suited us for now but it's on the back burner!
You make a trip to Tazmania worthwhile Rob, I passed through Zeehan in 2023 not knowing anything about its history and very little of Tazmania’s history in general other than Port Arthur. Don’t be too hard on the National Parks, they have a lot of visitors to Shepard to keep Tazmania pristine for years to come. Well done Rob, I’ll be back again soon.
If it had not been for the minerals, those incredible undertakings (rail cuttings, etc) would not have existed. The old timers had great fortitude and determination to get the job done. Your documentaries are invaluable, you Rob are made of the same mettle. Thank you for this history lesson mate. Bravo!
Well this is the third of your offerings I’ve seen, I am definitely here to watch them all. This one had it all, old railway history, great scenery, narration and photography plus some bushwhacking and the remnants of the past, those old railcars were a great find. Thanks for the adventure. 😎🍺☮️🇨🇦
Love your exploration trips Rob. I'm an ATV"er in West Coast Canada and am not able to go any longer so I'm living vicariously thru you. Thank You so much for spending the time!
Thanks for sharing some more of Tassie’s history with us Rob, it’s incredible what the old timers managed to build without the same aid of modern machinery we have today.
Thanks Rob really enjoyed that The first day I really thought was great seeing the old tracks and the work cutting those banks out by hand is amazing and it was a bonus to find the carriages on the last day thanks to the history as I always like it looking forward to the next one all the best to you and the family
Your video production is first class. Different camera angles and drone footage used to perfection. Well done, a thoughouly entertaining video. Thanks.
5:09 Hi Rob, Definitely good idea for you on your Robinsbrook Homestead channel; as a family adventure. Looking forward to this. Now back to absorbing this one 🤠
Can't believe I missed this show two months ago. Yet another epic production, just as enthralling as all the previous, never knowing what your well trained eye will spot next. Thank you.
Rob, I was greatly impressed with your camerawork. Well done! The cuttings that made the flat areas through the mountains reminded me of Hell Fire Pass, on the Thai/Burma railroad dug at great speed by POWs. I walked a long way on that railway and ‘yours’ is extremely similar. As always, thank you ‘Rob Parsons for Tasmania’.
My guess for that old rolling stock (pink tape find) is more likely to be from the 3'6" Emu Bay line. The NE Dundas tramway was only a 2' gauge line. I've explored from the Williamsford end as far as Montezuma Falls. This was back in the mid-late 90's as the steel rope footway was not there when I was last there. I did once attempt to drive in from Dundas but a 1988 Mitsubishi Colt sedan was no match for the depth of the ruts so I didn't make it very far!
We've just recently started exploring some of the old tramways around there, there's heaps of them, I want to do most of them, always wanted to do exactly what you've done here, looks like a great explore..
I stayed at the pub in Zeehan 35 years ago, beautiful country and video, well done 👏👏👏maybe people aren’t watching as much because time of year with work and end of year !!
I have been to Zeehan and drove through the tunnel, a state of little treasures. Tasmania is a good area to explore, so many places to explore as history has been partially documented. As a True Tasmanian Rob, you should be proud to give your state ago on the world scene. Cheers
Awesome video! Here in Missouri our locals saved the old rail tracks and turned them into bicycle trails. I do a lot of this type of riding and exploring of our old rail system and the relics just off in the woods.
I've put Mt ebike through some deep water more than a few times. I went over the bike when I first got it to help waterproof it as much as I could because I knew it would happen at some point. Plus, when I get home, I open the motor and replace any contaminated grease.
Thanks for the trip down the old track. Please edit or update this video to compare photos or illustrations of railway wagon manufacturing or design so you can positively identify your big find as railway wagons. All I saw was faded lettering at 42:32 (E-L-M), and also at 43.37 (M-L-M).
Rob, Tasmania is so pure and pristine. A absolutely magnificent part of the world, 44:48 The railway, the land, and the rolling hills in the background, Dude, Thank you for taking me back to Tasmania through the screen. By the time I am 50, I want to live in Tasmania Love these videos, just magical. Thanks
Great as usual. Makes me want to investigate more of my Great Uncles and Great grandpa involvement with the original prospecting in the area. Only brief mentions of it in family bits and pieces. I have been able to sporadically trace them, Mathinna, Lefroy, and then Zeehan, always chasing that fortune which evaded them.
What a great little bike, sure beats walking great looking country you really have to have your eyes open. Falling into one of those shafts no one would ever find you..those old carriages would save your life if the weather turned bad great shelter, and their in great condition for their age. I wonder how many people would know the whereabouts those carriages. What a great vid I really enjoyed it.
Heya Rob. I stumbled upon this vid today thanks to a share on fb and loved every minute of it. Loved your enthusiasm, curiosity, practicality and forensic approach to exploring as well. ;) So you've got yourself another follower. Heck, I'll even do a little research on the bike too. I'm well over twice your age and would rest very well indeed after a stunning find like that. Cheers and thanks.
I've lived and panned at Melba Flats, 7 miles out from Zeehan, it's where all the iron ore and pyrite was trucked in from Queenstown, my step father was a loader operator who loaded the train cars that went to I think was Burnie or Launceston, there was a creek out back which I panned often, 35 year's ago now. My mother married Bruce Ludbey who's work his life in the copper Mines in Queenstown. I've motorcycle ridden all through Dundas mtns and monazuma falls and all the tracks, Mine's and Shaft all through the area, even on the way to Straun there are Shaft riddled on either side of the road's. You can pick up rock's everywhere that are silver lead and crack them open, really shinning and heavy. I'd love to Go back there again as I know spots that are riddled with gold in abundance ...👍
Great to see another adventure video again! Loved it! It's a shame these aren't your bread and butter video's as they are always so interesting and well put together. Has Vanishing falls ever been on your to do list? Not sure if the area has much history, just looks fascinating. Cheers 🤙🏼
Thanks Rob ! That was good timing. I'm going to consider that a b'day present, coz it's been the highlight of my day. Thank you ! From the mainland. 👍🐨🇦🇺
Top video 👍🏼 I used to look around that area a lot in the late 80’s so many tracks have grown over so much that it’s very difficult to follow them now. I lived in Rosebery for 6 years from the early 80’s & use to go around the Williamsford mine for a look! It was great poking around that place I even climbed up the hill followed the old tram line. I could spend all day there & you wouldn’t see anyone 😅 now it’s all grown over & half of it is closed off to people I always thought I was born 100 years to late 😂
That was awesome. I was in Zeehan bout 25 yrs ago, I don’t think we stopped for a look around. Those carriages been sitting out there for near 60 yrs….🍺🍺
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I get that gold pays bills but there's only so much swimming in rivers I can handle. This was the style of video that brought me to the channel, so more than happy to see another history/adventure vid pop up
I get that. It’s been tricky for me as a creator but also a father to keep a balance. These videos take a lot of time researching and planning on how to make them ‘mine’, and above all they don’t cater to a wider audience so they don’t preform as well so it’s a sacrifice. The gold is simple, takes no pre trip planning, rewards in investment providing a good haul, and the videos have potential to hit millions of views. But I know what you mean, I’m going to keep making these videos as long as I can. They’re my soul and my gift to Tasmania. But I think for me to be wise, I have to have a balance which I have done since the very beginning. Thanks for sticking with me.
@@Rob.Parsonstotally understand mate. You've given so much cool "shorter" history stuff, then there's the epics like the Franklin series which I guess other than satisfaction, there is no great payback for the huge amount of time that must have go into planning and editing etc behind the scenes, let alone time away from home on the actual trip.
@@Rob.Parsonsyou wont be either if you took the jab mate !
@@Rob.Parsons it shows how passionate you are doing these sort of videos. You seem more in your element.
@@Matt-yv2srWhat? 😅😅
I think what l enjoy most with your vid's Rob is you literally go where no-one has been for decades, if not hundreds of years. Gosh l hope a Tiger pops out in front of you one day. If anyone will see one, it will be you.
The cherry on top, the reward for us, is your dedication to the preservation of history and the retelling of the stories of old. To you sir, I dip's me lid.
Another great Episode Rob. Love listening to your voice its quite calm and easy going. Your History spiel of walking into these area's is second to none, keep up the awesome content
Thanks for taking us on another awsome history lesson
When I heard the name Zeehan my brain kinda told me, that sounds Dutch! And yeah I was right as Able Tasman was of the coast many moons ago, and it was named Zeehaen (Old Dutch for "Sea Rooster") in honour of Tasman's voyage of exploration. I always wondered if them Dutch, my mob had set foot on Tassie and mainland Aussieland and claimed it, I would not had to learn English over 4 decades ago, and would have had less fist fights with all them Aussielanders that used to call me a clog wog and thought this giant Dutch boy would turn the other cheek. Great video, and cheers from far east Gippsland.
The Dutch did “settle” (die) here in Oz from 1629 & 1656 & 1711 Dutch East Indiamen wrecks of Batavia, Gilt Dragon, & Zyptdorp.
For details get a copy of Henry Van Zanden’s 2 Books “Lost White Tribes of Australia”
@@ianmoone2359 I am aware of that part of history, but they never claimed it, or toke Aussieland, depending how you look at it. I am well aware of the golden age of Holland, they went just about everywhere on them leaky boats, the saying Dutch courage kinda came from them getting on a boat and have a look around hehe. The Dutch were not really settlers like the English, Spanish or Portuguese, although they did set up camp in some countries, bleed the place for what it had, then move on. Over the decades I tried to inform many Aussielanders that them Dutchies were here before the English, but I have read something years ago that the Portuguese were here even earlier. The Dutch were in North and South America before most others, New Amsterdam before the English took it, Dutch Brazil, South Africa, parts of Asia, they even had strong ties with Japan when Japan closed all ports and trade with the world. I have no doubt if Holland had the same population like the English, they would have ruled the world like the English empire. I traced my family name some years ago, as my family name is very rare even in Holland, and funny to find it spread out over the world, more than in Holland, it was even found in Russia of all places. Did a DNA search as well, and found that 25% of my DNA is English, no surprise as my family tree comes from Zeeland, islands of the coast of Holland, and the Dutch used to trade with the English, they even had a hand in their alphabet. I used to spend lots of time studying my heritage and history, used to be real orange, but been here so long now, and Holland like most of Europe dropped the ball, so my pride has worn off, and blessed I live in Aussieland.
Able Tasman first sighted Tasmania on 24/11/1642 and named what he saw as Van deimans Land in honour of Antony Van-deiman who was the CEO of the Dutch East Indies company that dealt in the spice trade.
@@Peeter-c1n New Zealand is another one they looked at, but kept going. Although I love anything history wise, I see some truth in "History is a set of lies agreed upon." - Napoleon Bonaparte. One that got my eye brows raised is The Hamitic Hypothesis, still not sure what to think of that one.
@@tribe-of-Zabulon Yes the Portuguese were here before the Dutch. There’s a Portuguese cannonade discovered off a Portuguese ship up on the Kimberly coastline of Western Australia & it’s the Museum in Canberra I think these days.
Then the Chinese (Zheng He) were here in 1421 before the Portuguese, in Shark Bay again in Western Australia according to author Gavin Menzies in his book 1421.
Thank you Rob I learn stuff about Tas every time you take us on your expeditions
Hey man, I really enjoyed that history trip, thanks for letting us tag along... Love to you and yours... ❤️👊🏽
Brilliant. Another great production. Thanks, Rob
Tasmania is blessed to have someone like you who takes the time to make these RUclips videos and shares them with the rest of the world to watch and enjoy.
You deserve over a million followers mate.
Love both your channels.
So much great information and research. Been to Zeehan and Strahan and rode the train to Queenstown myself. Your trip Rob as always was scenic, insightful and inspiring. A big thumbs up from me.
You're the best storyteller keep the good work up 👌👍
Thanks mate much appreciated 😊
Thanks again for taking me on another awesome adventure. Good bless you and your family
Coming from Victoria , some 40+ years ago we made that trip , I had a old 45series cruiser, we found the entrance from talking with locals , the sleepers were still in place then , the bush not too thick , we made it to Montazooma Falls. Amazing place.
Last week I passed buy the track again memories, Tassie West is so full of history .
You always make great videos, good work .
Loving Robinsbrook but we need another update! You and Erin have such a fantastic way of producing videos together! Much love from the Huon xxx
And kids
If only I was 50 years younger - Great work Rob it brings back my bush walking days, nothing as adventurous as your travels but thanks for taking me along especially the discovery of the two railway carriages - makes you wonder how and why they are there. Keep up the great work you do promoting Tassie - I also enjoy Robinsbrook - Cheers
Little Scoutie is gonna have HEAPS of pride when he gets older and realizes how much awesomeness his Dad has achieved in saving and documentation of such a huge amount of the rapidly disappearing past...
Thanks for the tag along bro!
Rob, thank you so much for your history lessons along with scenic content. Many people do not care to learn about the things of old, nor do they care unless it lines their own pockets so to speak. I value this knowledge because it is a miracle that man-made things still stand in testament to hard work and industrial births of new towns, etc. I can't imagine why we seek the dollar rather than appreciate the examples of building things the old way. Unfortunately, the love of money and selfishness has replaced everything we see. Blessings from Alabama ❤️
Thanks for always taking us along with you!
Tramways constructed "by a class of men now gone", well spoken Rob. Undertaking these feats of construction, with the tools they had, through that country is off the scale. Beautifully filmed, thx.
Oh another adventure, cant wait to watch
So well researched Rob. The photographs of the early years certainly brought it all to life. It's true as you said "men the likes of whom are not to be seen again" the labour it must have taken to work those cuttings. No doubt with horses and scoops and sheer determination, blood, sweat and tears. Loved the adventure.
Hi Rob. While I understand that this type of history video takes longer to research and to make, it makes interesting and inspiring viewing. And keeps me interested. Keep it up. I want to combine the Frazer Creek Hut trip with Montezuma Falls and surrounds. Thanks for the awesome videos.
Very interesting Rob. Thanks for taking me along.
My favourite type of parson vid, exploring the history of this beautiful state!
Great ad for the bike, I stopped mid episode to go and check out Google for these, glad to see you've linked the company at the end. It goes hard! Thanks yet again for a lovely episode.
Thanks mate I try to keep a balance on the channel, glad you enjoyed it
Cheers legend.🤘
I'm sitting in Somerset caravan park, we just moved here you and Levi are 100% to blaim. I'm not even interested in gold but the serenity absolutely got me. Cheers mate.🙏
Looking to buy in Penguin might see you around the traps
We went up there looking at real estate too! Drove all around Pengu8n and Somerset! We are down in the Huon Valley. Didn't see anything that suited us for now but it's on the back burner!
@tassie2348 I'm just happy to be off the mainland and out of the rat race. It's been a pleasant change.
Simply awesome, takes my breath away just watching! Thank you so very much for sharing your adventures with me and everyone else. Ray
Cool little adventure Rob cheers for taking us along
You make a trip to Tazmania worthwhile Rob, I passed through Zeehan in 2023 not knowing anything about its history and very little of Tazmania’s history in general other than Port Arthur. Don’t be too hard on the National Parks, they have a lot of visitors to Shepard to keep Tazmania pristine for years to come. Well done Rob, I’ll be back again soon.
If it had not been for the minerals, those incredible undertakings (rail cuttings, etc) would not have existed. The old timers had great fortitude and determination to get the job done. Your documentaries are invaluable, you Rob are made of the same mettle. Thank you for this history lesson mate. Bravo!
You brought tears to my eyes, how awesome was it finding the carriages. Again, a great video, thank you. 😊
Love the way you unpack these little snippets of Tassie's fascinating history. Thanks, and keep them coming.
Well this is the third of your offerings I’ve seen, I am definitely here to watch them all. This one had it all, old railway history, great scenery, narration and photography plus some bushwhacking and the remnants of the past, those old railcars were a great find. Thanks for the adventure. 😎🍺☮️🇨🇦
Love your exploration trips Rob. I'm an ATV"er in West Coast Canada and am not able to go any longer so I'm living vicariously thru you. Thank You so much for spending the time!
You call them old buggers but I bet most of them were in their 20’s and 30’s!
Just hard working buggers from an old time.
The sad fact is that the life expectancy of miners from that time was around 35. So, by comparison to the time, they were considered old buggers?
Thanks for sharing some more of Tassie’s history with us Rob, it’s incredible what the old timers managed to build without the same aid of modern machinery we have today.
Thanks Rob really enjoyed that The first day I really thought was great seeing the old tracks and the work cutting those banks out by hand is amazing and it was a bonus to find the carriages on the last day thanks to the history as I always like it looking forward to the next one all the best to you and the family
To honor and cherish the events and struggles of those who came before!! Excellent prose and cinematography. Right on Mate!! jimmy
Your video production is first class. Different camera angles and drone footage used to perfection. Well done, a thoughouly entertaining video. Thanks.
5:09 Hi Rob,
Definitely good idea for you on your Robinsbrook Homestead channel; as a family adventure. Looking forward to this. Now back to absorbing this one 🤠
So much history in the hills down west mate many an old tale to tell brilliant film mate cheers
Another awesome adventure, you my friend are an exceptional asset to the isle of Tasmania. Love your work and your ideals!
Thanks rob that was a epic trip, good e bike and good find at the end ❤❤❤love seeing you go for it 😊.....
Cool video, should be wearing a helmet, those rocks, don't look fogiving.Stay safe out there.
Can't believe I missed this show two months ago. Yet another epic production, just as enthralling as all the previous, never knowing what your well trained eye will spot next. Thank you.
Thanks Rob, this one was fun and very interesting. I stopped in at the Zeehan Museum a few years back, definitely worth a visit.
Love the videos makes me feel homesick thank you for promoting the great state of Tasmania
Rob, I was greatly impressed with your camerawork. Well done!
The cuttings that made the flat areas through the mountains reminded me of Hell Fire Pass, on the Thai/Burma railroad dug at great speed by POWs. I walked a long way on that railway and ‘yours’ is extremely similar. As always, thank you ‘Rob Parsons for Tasmania’.
**Dug my my Grandfather, as it happens. Poor bastard actually survived the experience
Awesome. Over six months I got to live in Tasmania and every weekend went exploring, the mossy rainforest was and still looks magical.
My guess for that old rolling stock (pink tape find) is more likely to be from the 3'6" Emu Bay line. The NE Dundas tramway was only a 2' gauge line. I've explored from the Williamsford end as far as Montezuma Falls. This was back in the mid-late 90's as the steel rope footway was not there when I was last there. I did once attempt to drive in from Dundas but a 1988 Mitsubishi Colt sedan was no match for the depth of the ruts so I didn't make it very far!
We've just recently started exploring some of the old tramways around there, there's heaps of them, I want to do most of them, always wanted to do exactly what you've done here, looks like a great explore..
Love watching your adventures. And Aussie history 👍👍
Great video! Hope to see more when you have time to make them. Your quite the story teller. Thanks
I enjoy all of your adventures. Thanks
Awesome video , Tassie history is unbelievable. So much of the townships still exist. Brought back memories ❤
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Bro, this was a KILLER video. From presentation to editing, damn enjoyable. And that MUSIC. I was drumming along. This was a blast.
Such a great channel. Thanks for your effort.
Great intro Rob, jealous of the bike. Nice rediscovery too.
I'm loving these little adventures mate. Thanks for sharing parts of our state with those of us who probably won't get the chance to access it. 👍
It is a pleasure to watch Rob's enthusiasm in the history of his country.
Great trip following the tramway, so cool to still find sleepers with the old dog spikes.
I loved when old black and white photo of the town tirned into present day!
I stayed at the pub in Zeehan 35 years ago, beautiful country and video, well done 👏👏👏maybe people aren’t watching as much because time of year with work and end of year !!
Wow! When you go off on an adventure you really have the knack for it❤🌺
I have been to Zeehan and drove through the tunnel, a state of little treasures. Tasmania is a good area to explore, so many places to explore as history has been partially documented. As a True Tasmanian Rob, you should be proud to give your state ago on the world scene. Cheers
It’s a great museum, definitely go back!!
Takes me back. I worked in that area back in the early 80's. I have driven that track and walked some of those tramways. Great video!
Nice trip Rob. Glad you brought me with you. Til next time, my friend, stay safe.😊
Awesome video Rob. Thanks for taking us on this journey back in time.
Awesome video!
Here in Missouri our locals saved the old rail tracks and turned them into bicycle trails.
I do a lot of this type of riding and exploring of our old rail system and the relics just off in the woods.
I've put Mt ebike through some deep water more than a few times.
I went over the bike when I first got it to help waterproof it as much as I could because I knew it would happen at some point.
Plus, when I get home, I open the motor and replace any contaminated grease.
I am completely mesmerized! I love everything about you and your content… glad I took a chance and clicked on your channel recommendation…❤
What an awesome video thank you very much I have been l8ving on the west coast for 32 years so much rich history to discover
Thanks for the trip down the old track. Please edit or update this video to compare photos or illustrations of railway wagon manufacturing or design so you can positively identify your big find as railway wagons. All I saw was faded lettering at 42:32 (E-L-M), and also at 43.37 (M-L-M).
Thanks for another wonderful history video! Fascinating stories and gorgeous terrain. We really love your films.
Rob, Tasmania is so pure and pristine. A absolutely magnificent part of the world, 44:48 The railway, the land, and the rolling hills in the background, Dude, Thank you for taking me back to Tasmania through the screen.
By the time I am 50, I want to live in Tasmania
Love these videos, just magical. Thanks
Hi Rob great vidio, you really have a knack in explaining the beauty of Tasmania .
Great as usual. Makes me want to investigate more of my Great Uncles and Great grandpa involvement with the original prospecting in the area. Only brief mentions of it in family bits and pieces. I have been able to sporadically trace them, Mathinna, Lefroy, and then Zeehan, always chasing that fortune which evaded them.
Those “nails” in railway & tramway sleepers are called “dog spikes”.
They are hammered into place with a spiking hammer.
Wow!!
Fantastic Rob, love watching your channel mate, so informative and professional.
Explorer Parsons bringing history to life
What a great little bike, sure beats walking great looking country you really have to have your eyes open. Falling into one of those shafts no one would ever find you..those old carriages would save your life if the weather turned bad great shelter, and their in great condition for their age. I wonder how many people would know the whereabouts those carriages. What a great vid I really enjoyed it.
Heya Rob.
I stumbled upon this vid today thanks to a share on fb and loved every minute of it.
Loved your enthusiasm, curiosity, practicality and forensic approach to exploring as well. ;)
So you've got yourself another follower.
Heck, I'll even do a little research on the bike too.
I'm well over twice your age and would rest very well indeed after a stunning find like that.
Cheers and thanks.
Love these history-focussed vids.
I've lived and panned at Melba Flats, 7 miles out from Zeehan, it's where all the iron ore and pyrite was trucked in from Queenstown, my step father was a loader operator who loaded the train cars that went to I think was Burnie or Launceston, there was a creek out back which I panned often, 35 year's ago now. My mother married Bruce Ludbey who's work his life in the copper Mines in Queenstown.
I've motorcycle ridden all through Dundas mtns and monazuma falls and all the tracks, Mine's and Shaft all through the area, even on the way to Straun there are Shaft riddled on either side of the road's. You can pick up rock's everywhere that are silver lead and crack them open, really shinning and heavy.
I'd love to Go back there again as I know spots that are riddled with gold in abundance ...👍
As always a very enjoyable video. The simple observations like a rail spice often tell the story of the past. Looking forward to more content.
Great story Rob thank you for sharing 👍
Great vid mate. The bike looks epic for remote trips with a long Firetrail approach 😊
Very good, well presented, interesting and entertaining. Thank you 😊
Fantastic video as always. Thanks for filming places I would never seen otherwise.
Great to see another adventure video again! Loved it!
It's a shame these aren't your bread and butter video's as they are always so interesting and well put together.
Has Vanishing falls ever been on your to do list? Not sure if the area has much history, just looks fascinating.
Cheers 🤙🏼
Absolutely gorgeous country And history
Thanks Rob for yet another very interesting exploration
Thanks Rob ! That was good timing. I'm going to consider that a b'day present, coz it's been the highlight of my day.
Thank you ! From the mainland. 👍🐨🇦🇺
Top video 👍🏼 I used to look around that area a lot in the late 80’s so many tracks have grown over so much that it’s very difficult to follow them now. I lived in Rosebery for 6 years from the early 80’s & use to go around the Williamsford mine for a look! It was great poking around that place I even climbed up the hill followed the old tram line. I could spend all day there & you wouldn’t see anyone 😅 now it’s all grown over & half of it is closed off to people
I always thought I was born 100 years to late 😂
Excellent Film Rob. Well done mate.
That was awesome. I was in Zeehan bout 25 yrs ago, I don’t think we stopped for a look around. Those carriages been sitting out there for near 60 yrs….🍺🍺
Absolute paradise.
Great work Champ!! 🎥📷🏆⭐️