On the 18th February 2010 we provided Ja1275 for the re-opening of the old Auckland signal box which has been converted to office space for a company called Datamine. They have done a terrific job of preserving this building which would have otherwise probably been demolished. We provided Ja1275 free of charge for thei...r corporate event in recognition of their efforts. All the guests were given a short cab ride and 1275 proved to be the star of the party.
On the weekend of the 7th and 8th November we provided our Bagnall locomotive to the Glenbrook Vintage Railway for their Thomas weekend. Photos by Mark Butler and his children.
On June 7th 2009 Mainline Steam, in conjunction with KiwiRail, took Ja1275 to Sturgess Road in order to give locals a close up look at a steam locomotive. This was part of the consultation process with regard to the possibility of Mainline Steam building a locomotive depot in the area. The day was a great success with around 2000 people turning out for a look. By far the majority indicated they would like to see mainline Steam move in.
