June 19, 2019
by Gavin Hince
Comments Off on Best layout pics ever? Get the July issue and decide
Keith McCarron’s photos of Paul Ferguson’s “Silverton Northern” railroad in HOn3, simply demanded that we print them nice and large for readers to enjoy. You’ll experience all this in the July issue of NGDU – along with hints for laser-cut … Continue reading
March 28, 2019
by Gavin Hince
Comments Off on No fooling! April NGDU is out now…
Want your models to “tell a story”? John Hunter’s evocative dioramas certainly do, and John shares his thoughts on design in the April issue. We also visit a ‘reborn’ WW1-themed layout; build a ‘family’ of simple way cars, and visit … Continue reading
December 23, 2018
by Gavin Hince
Comments Off on January 2019 issue out now…
We’ve just released the January 2019 issue of Narrow Gauge Downunder. If you enjoy new ideas, interesting projects and neat layouts – this issue is a holiday reading treat! John Curry’s “Richmond Bridge” On16.5 layout evolved from a simple display … Continue reading
March 8, 2015
by Gavin Hince
Comments Off on April edition and Narrow Gauge Convention
April’s edition of Narrow Gauge Downunder will be released shortly. This edition includes a nostalgic South African steam trip; large-scale scratch building; a neat On30 articulated engine; and an abandoned sawmill. Our feature layout this issue is Geoff Potter’s “Hoyt … Continue reading
November 11, 2014
by Gavin Hince
Comments Off on Going Minimum Gauge – new book
The 7mm Scale Association (UK) have a new book focussed on modelling railways with minimum gauge. There are numerous examples, both for low cost ‘industrial’ purposes, and even tourist lines simulating full-sized trains. The book includes lots of examples and … Continue reading
September 19, 2014
by Gavin Hince
Comments Off on October edition now out
We lodged the October edition for delivery to subscribers this week. There are some great stories – Dan Pickard’s compact “Diggers Bend” shows that great modelling doesn’t require big spaces. David Dunn is at it again, with some neat conversions … Continue reading
September 8, 2014
by admin
Comments Off on Welcome to our new website!
After much tinkering, we’re pleased to present NGDU’s new website. We hope this provides a location to share information about upcoming editions; and to gather feedback and commentary from NGDU readers and narrow gauge enthusiasts. Please feel free (within the … Continue reading
September 8, 2014
by admin
Comments Off on Coming soon: Find historic articles instantly!
We’re in the process of developing an “Article Index” covering the entire history of NGDU. This will provide an easy online look-up for the plans, techniques or authors you’re seeking. Keep watching…