Posts By: Sandra Knight

WMR 48 and WMR 52 Update

WMR 48 These photos were taken earlier this month (July 2023)     Dan Harawira working on a door for WMR 48 that was hung later in the day.                   One of the doors after painting and glazing.               WMR 52… Read more »

NZR’s Rebuilt G Class – The Phoenix That Failed

We now have this publication in stock.  Orders can be placed using the on line Order Form under the Publications tab. From author Jonathan Shingleton, who brought us Alpine Thunder, the renowned book on the KB class, Jonathan brings us a well-researched and interesting account of NZR’s rebuilt three-cylinder G class. In attempt to make… Read more »

Subscriptions 2023/2024 Year

Members are reminded that the subscription year runs from 1 July to 30 June. The Board has decided on the following new subscription rates and the removal of a  subscription option for the 2023/2024 year: ·         Full member (NZ): $105   ·         Full member (Overseas): $125   ·         Junior member (NZ and Overseas): $63  … Read more »

Ava Archive – Open Times for Members

Our archive and office at the Thomas McGavin Building at Ava is open to members and other visitors at the times shown in the Archives section of the website. In view of the lower numbers of Covid-19 infections, the wearing of a mask is optional. Masks are available at the reception desk for you to… Read more »

Wellington and Manawatu Railway Carriages Update

The Society’s small team working on the restoration of three Wellington & Manawatu Railway carriages held an open day in our Silverstream, Hutt Valley, workshop on Saturday, 15 October. Work in progress was on display, with various parts being made explained.   Star of the show was the unveiling of the prototype kerosene-burning lamp to… Read more »