Port Chalmers rail celebrates 150th anniversary

From Afternoons, 1:35 pm on 7 December 2022

The Port Chalmers branch was the first railway line build in Otago and 150 years later it's still operational.

In fact, one of the original two locomotives imported for the construction is still on display at the Toitu Settlers Museum.

To celebrate the milestone a group of enthusiasts put together a special anniversary event yesterday.

One of the organisers Carol Meikle talks to Jesse.

Railroad tracks. Railway tracks. generic

Photo: 123RF

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