At the time of this photo I had no idea that in just two short weeks the line would be devastated by a massive earthquake that would force its closure for up to 2 years while repairs are undertake... (more)

The Taieri Gorge Railway's Dj1209 and Diesel Traction Group's Dg772 pass Ferniehurst loop with a NZR150 special returning to Christchurch from Kaikoura.