Work continues on rebuilding the cab for 1898 Baldwin steam locomotive Wb 299. The fireman's cab side has been cut out over the summer, including window and door cut-outs.
Heritage Railway Project
The Rimutaka Incline Railway Heritage Trust aims to reinstate and operate a world-class heritage railway between Wellington and the Wairarapa. The Railway will be a unique tourist attraction for Wellington and New Zealand, and a major contributor to the regional economy.
Mainline track extension - Summer 2018
A selection of photos of recent track work, extending our…
A selection of photos of recent track work, extending our mainline to a point opposite the Maymorn station building and platform.
19 April 2018
Replacement boiler for Ab 745
After months of planning and fundraising, a replacement…
After months of planning and fundraising, a replacement boiler has been secured for steam locomotive Ab 745.
31 October 2017
Ballast wagon restoration total reaches six
In September work started on repairing and restoring a…
In September work started on repairing and restoring a sixth ballast wagon - Yc877. The ongoing programme of work is lifting the overall presentation and standard of the 13-strong fleet.
22 September 2017
Engine hood frame repairs for ORB No.1
A new engine hood frame is being fabricated for the railway…
A new engine hood frame is being fabricated for the railway's 30-tonne diesel shunt locomotive - former Ohai Railway Board No.1.
20 September 2017
Regulator for Wb 299
A regulator handle is being manufactured in Canada for…
A regulator handle is being manufactured in Canada for Baldwin steam loco Wb 299, adding key components to the rebuild of the 1898-vintage locomotive.
17 August 2017
Gumdigger carriage restoration starts
Work has started on the long-term project to restore 1884-…
Work has started on the long-term project to restore 1884-vintage Gumdigger carriage A255 back into service.
22 June 2017
Upper Hutt Summer Carnival 2017
Steam locomotive Wb 299 cab and interactive display was the…
Steam locomotive Wb 299 cab and interactive display was the centre-piece of our display at the 2017 Upper Hutt Summer Carnival.
7 April 2017