Big machines, aviation legacy and transport curiosity—starting from one man’s dream in a tiny hangar!
Step into history at the Sir Reginald Ansett Transport Museum, housed in Ansett Airlines’ original aircraft hangar relocated to Hamilton. This unique collection tells the story of how Reg Ansett built an Australian transport empire—from a simple Studebaker road service to international air travel.
Families will explore over 1,000 fascinating objects, including a full-sized Fokker Universal aircraft (similar to Ansett’s first plane) and a 1928 Studebaker car used for his earliest road service. Discover vintage Ansett Pioneer coaches, flight attendant uniforms, airline documents, and a Boeing 727 wheel that illustrates transport’s evolution. Enthusiastic volunteers add engaging stories as you wander the hangar.
More than a collection of relics, this museum sparks curiosity in curious young aspiring pilots, engineers, and inventors. Kids can compare planes and road vehicles, explore how travel changed Australia, and stand beneath the wings of aviation history. Thought-provoking, hands-on, and surprisingly thrilling for families especially those with transport-obsessed kids.
Make this part of your road trip or rainy-day escape in western Victoria. Book your visit to the Sir Reginald Ansett Transport Museum today. Fascination of flight and transport innovation awaits, perfect for curious kids, families, and fans of Aussie history!
