The Society was formed in 1944 by enthusiasts interested in the then New Zealand Railways. Membership is open to all with an interest in the New Zealand Railway system both old and new. Members can join a magazine and photo distribution group. Member groups meet in most cities where talks, films and other activities can be enjoyed. We are active in restoring locomotives and rolling stock which we own.
The 2017 desk calendar is close to finalising and will be at the printer soon. This preview of the cover photo shows our locomotive Ab 608 double heading an excursion and leaving the station in a cloud of steam and smoke. As usual the 2016 calendar will be 13 railway pictures with a 21cm x 12cm image on each page. It will be in the large desk fold over format.
Desk Calendar Order Form
Standing tall in south Dunedin, Hillside Railway Workshops was a significant employer and generator of tradespeople for 138 years.
Known for its prodigious manufacture of wagons, carriages and locomotives, this book details these Hillside fine products, some of which are still running on the current railway network or are now highly cherished by various railway preservation groups throughout New Zealand.
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A4 portrait format, 160 black and white and 80 colour illustrations, 2 track plans, 240 pages, card covers. Posted free to your door.
