Tarana is a small town in the Central West of New South Wales, Australia in the City of Lithgow.

[2] It is the former junction of the Oberon Branch railway with the Main Western Line.

[3] This branch line was notable for its steep 1 in 30 gradients and sharp 100 metres (330 ft) curves.

[4] The name Tarana comes from an Aboriginal word meaning watering hole.

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