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EPISODE · Mar 25, 2020 · 17 MIN

How did Sydney's ghost train really catch on fire?

from Investigates · host New Idea

When you think of Luna Park you probably think of fun, rides and fairy floss. But on the 9th of June 1979, as many Sydney-siders and tourists flocked to the amusement park - they had no idea some of them would be leaving without their lives. Because in 1979, Sydney's Ghost train ride caught on fire and it killed six children and one adult. On this episode of Investigates Stephen sits down with journalist John Burfitt to find out how the fire really started. If you or someone you know needs support, help is available from Lifeline on 13 11 14. Your host is Stephen Downie The Executive Producer is Elissa Ratliff Subscribe to Investigates here: https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/investigates/id1344649849 See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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When you think of Luna Park you probably think of fun, rides and fairy floss. But on the 9th of June 1979, as many Sydney-siders and tourists flocked to the amusement park - they had no idea some of them would be leaving without their lives. Because in...

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