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Old engine, new paddlesteamer

A VINTAGE engine had been installed in the largest paddlesteamer in the southern hemisphere, bringing the vessel closer to welcoming passengers on the Murray River.

The 9.5-tonne wood-fire steam engine was originally built in 1907 and underwent a refurbishment before being placed in the middle deck of the PS Australian Star.

The new paddlesteamer will be the nation's first five-star river cruise...

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