Steam

First Steam Train in Australia

Jan 1, 1813

In 1813, the first steam train arrived in New South Wales.

First Paddle Steamer arrived in Australia

Jan 1, 1831

The Sophia Jane was the first paddle steamer to regularly operate in Australian Waters. It arrived at Sydney in 1831.

Large amount of Flourmills and other factories

Jan 1, 1840

In 1840, there were 26 flourmills and ten in other industries.

Steamships Running Services Between Australian Ports

Feb 21, 1852

By 1852, steamships were running services between ports including Sydney, Newcastle, Melbourne, Moreton Bay, Adelaide and Tasmania

Ballarat- 13 Steam Engines

Jan 1, 1855

In 1855, there were 13 steam engines in Ballarat. These were used to pump water out from the goldmines.

Ballarat- 135 Steam Engines

Jan 1, 1858

In 1858, there were 135 steam engines in Ballarat. These were used to pump water out from the goldmines.

Ballarat- 342 Steam Engines

Jan 1, 1861

In 1861, there were 342 steam engines in Ballarat. These were used to pump water out from the goldmines.