Website;  www.hrcaa.org.au

E-mail; contact David Neale  neale_david@hotmail.com

Members collect Hornby O gauge and Hornby Dublo trains made by Meccano Ltd. Collections also include products from other makers, particularly Australian firms such as Robilt and Ferris. Membership is Australia-wide with branches in all states. Formed in 1978, the HRCAA has over 300 members including overseas members. It publishes a high-quality quarterly journal in full colour with up to 40 pages per issue, containing photographs, articles, etc. Meetings are held regularly throughout the year and several auctions are conducted. Members also participate in exhibitions and social events.

  HRCA of New Zealand

Hornby '0' Gauge and Hornby Dublo. Those interested in other makes are also welcome.

Mr Bob Smyth, Co-ordinator & Newsletter Editor, HRCA of New Zealand.

Last Updated: 07/04/06

E-mail: robertsmyth@paradise.net.nz

Web site:http://hornbynz.tripod.com

The HRCA of New Zealand was formed in 1994 for those interested in Hornby '0' Gauge and Hornby Dublo, although those interested in other makes are also welcome. The club currently has around 120 members (including 7 overseas) and holds regular meetings in Auckland, Wellington and Christchurch. Non members are welcomed. There is also a bi-monthly publication called 'New Zealand Hornby Railway Collectors Association Newsletter', which has a colour cover. There are four annual shows in Auckland, Rotorura, Wellington and Christchurch which are open to the public.

The subscription year begins in January.

Hornby Railway Collectors' Association of South Africa

 Hornby '0' Gauge, Hornby Dublo and HOrnby-acHO

Mr R Ballington, Secretary, HRCA of South Africa, Suite 114 , PostNet X 51, Rivonia, 2128, South Africa

Last Updated: 19/03/03

E-mail: ross.ballington@shoden.co.za

The HRCA of South Africa was founded in August 1995. The Association has 75 members of whom 6 members reside outside of South Africa, as far away as the UK. The members' primary interests are the collection, running and preservation of original Hornby (Meccano Ltd.) products. The chapters also participate in local toy fairs and model railway and hobby shows, by providing layouts. The Gauteng chapter exhibits at the Annual Meccano Exhibition in Johannesburg which is arranged by The Transvaal Meccano Guild and the HRCASA. There is also an informative bi-monthly newsletter, which plays a vital role in maintaining communication between all members, including those in other countries.

 Subscription Rates: 60.00 Rand per annum (Around £4.60).

  The Ives Train Society

Ives Toy Trains & Manufacturing Company Products

JoAnne Baldwin, Membership Secretary, The Ives Train Society, PO Box 488, Victoria, VA 23974, USA

Last Updated: 18/09/03

E-mail: baldwin@msinets.com

Web site: Members.aol.com/ivesboy

The Ives Train Society was formed in January 1935 and proudly claims to be the oldest in the world! The Society currently has around 240 members and produces two publications: 'Ives Tracks' is a very informative quarterly newsletter which includes a very useful directory of resources for Ives parts and information. 'Ties' is a much higher quality publication produced each year with great articles and high quality photographs. There are also technicians, who can offer repair advice and information. The Society meets each April and October in York , Pennsylvania . Non members are most welcome. There are also local groups who meet quarterly and hold social events. The Society also takes tables at local shows to promote interest in Ives and of course membership! The main contact for the club is the Society's administrative division which can also be contacted at the above address. The membership year begins when you join.

Subscription Rates: First Year $25.00, Renewals $15.00

  LGB Model Railroad Club

LGB

Ralph E Wilcox, Membership Chairperson, LGB Model Railroad Club, 1854 Erin Dr., Altoona, PA 16602-7612, USA

Last Updated: 13/10/03

E-mail: bernieb@netreach.net

Web site:

The LGB Model Railroad Club is an American club for the owners and operators of Lehman Gross Bahn (LGB) which was founded in 1977. They publish a bi-monthly magazine 'Big Train Operator' and hold a 5 day annual convention at a different location each year, which is usually open to the public for one day. They have around 2100 members. The membership year runs from the date of joining.  

Subscription Rates: (Overseas) $33.00 per year, $65.00 for two years, or $96.00 for three years. Subscription must be payable in US $.

Lionel Collectors Club of America

Lionel Three Rail

Lionel Collectors Club of America, Business Office, P.O. Box 479, La Salle, IL 61301-0479, USA

Last Updated: 28/03/01

E-mail: lcca@cpointcc.com

Web site: www.lionelcollectors.org

The LCCA was founded on 1st August 1970 and now has a membership of approximately 11,000. The members interests are mainly Lionel Three Rail trains, however there are many who specialize in other makes and gauges, such as: American Flyer, MTH, Weaver, Marx etc. The club sponsors local train meets wherever there is an interest, as well as an annual convention which moves about the country. The year 2001 convention will be held in Lexington, Kentucky and the year 2002 convention will be in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania.

The LCCA has two premier publications: 'The Lion Roars' is a multi-page four colour magazine, which is published six times per year on even numbered months. On odd numbered months the club publishes 'Interchange Tracks', a buy-sell-swap newsletter which is the preferred source of price and availability of all trains being offered nationally.

Applicants for membership must be 21 years old. Further details can be obtained by writing to the above address or visiting the Web Site. Subscription Rates: US$ 30.00 per year billed on a quarterly basis. One time initiation fee: US$ 10.00. Overseas postage surcharge of US$ 12.00

Lionel Operating Train Society

Lionel Trains

Paula S Smith, Business Manager, L.O.T.S., 6376 West Fork Road, Cincinnati, OH 45247, USA

Last Updated: 02/03/01

E-mail: LOTSBusinessoffice@Juno.com

Web site: www.lots-trains.org

The Lionel Operating Train Society was formed in 1979 and now has around 2500 members. The latest Lionel catalog is posted on our website for your early viewing pleasure. There is an annual convention at a different city in the US each year. This also includes their annual train meet/swap meet which is open to the public.

There is a 12 month annual subscription.

North American Hornby Society

  Hornby '0' Gauge and Hornby Dublo

Lew Schneider, Co-ordinator, North American Hornby Soc.

Last Updated: 19/05/05

E-mail: lewrail@comcast.net

Web site:

This is a 'Virtual' club, without any of the grind and best of all -  no subscription! The club meets regularly on the internet, so there is no publication. The web site features photos supplied by members, there is a virtual swapmeet, auction reports and news of interest to collectors in the USA. The beauty of this arrangement is that is doesn't matter where you are, you can still join in all that is going on. Why not look them up?

Subscription Rates: None!

  Toy Train Operating Society

To stimulate the growth and development of interest in collecting and operating toy trains both old and new.

Norma Marlatt, Business Manager, Toy Train Operating Soc., 25 W.  Walnut Street, Suite 308, Pasedena, California, 91103, USA

Last Updated: 25/02/01

E-mail: ttos@ttos.org

Web site: www.ttos.org

The Toy Train Operating Society was founded in 1966 and incorporated in 1968. There are now 6800 members in the United States, Canada and around the The Society now has twenty two active divisions in the USA and Canada, which hold monthly or quarterly meetings and swap meets. The society also produces a professional quality journal filled with a classified advertisement paper called "Order Board" in which members can advertise their sales and wants for free! The Society hold their convention in a different location each year and event.

The membership year begins when you join. Those with Visa or MasterCard may join up on-line through the society Website. Subscription Rates: USA - US$ 22.00, Overseas - US$ 33.00.