Mainline Steam Northlander excursion train to Whangarei has just exited Makerau Tunnel, one of 13 tunnels on the North Auckland Line. Ja 1275 was built in 1951 by North British, Glasgow.
Mainline Steam Heritage Trust operates steam specials throughout New Zealand from depots in Auckland, Wellington and Christchurch. Each year an inter-island Steam Tour attracts fans from around the world. For more visit www.mainlinesteam.co.nz