Powerline fault strands 110 passengers on Queensland train overnight

A powerline fault stranded 110 passengers on a Queensland train overnight.

The Brisbane-to-Bundaberg service stopped near midnight at Gundiah, north of Gympie.

Passengers had to stay aboard while crews made the overhead lines safe for evacuation.

Crews safely evacuated the passengers and arranged coaches to take them to Bundaberg.

The incident damaged more than 500 metres of overhead line equipment.

Other Queensland rail services were cancelled or disrupted, with replacement coaches operating where possible.

Some customers booked on affected services were reportedly given refunds, and repairs were underway.