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The township of Cook on the Adelaide Perth rail line is now only a whistle stop and refueling point for the Indian Pacific as it crosses the Nullabor Plain. Formerly a busy rail town, it now has a permanent population of 4. These were the original jail cells. Fortunately, they were only used as holding cells until the next train came through. With temperatures frequently exceeding 40C, a long stay would not be enjoyable.