Mini Ep 7 - Who was Queensland Railways first female architect?

We pass through train stations every day, but have you ever wondered who designed them? In this episode, our historian Greg Hallam and Annette Caesar explore the remarkable life and legacy of Elina Mottram, Queensland Railway's pioneering female architect, who set new benchmarks for women in the profession. Elina’s story is one of determination, talent, and trailblazing achievement. We’ve got a carriage‑load of episodes available on Apple Podcasts and Spotify, and we’re working on putting our back catalogue on YouTube. Please leave us a review and email us at history@qr.com.au with questions or feedback.

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Mini Ep 7 - Who was Queensland Railways first female architect? is an episode from The Queensland Rail History Podcast by Queensland Rail.

This episode is 21:56 long.

This episode was published on Mar 13, 2026.

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