Ka 945 with the 1985 NIMT double-header centennial special

This postcard was issued to mark the double-headed steam special from Auckland to Wellington and return in April 1985 -- a significant event of the time, particularly as mainline steam specials were then rare events.  This was for the centenary of the commencement of the NIMT.  In 2008 there was a steam special to mark the centenary of the NIMT's completion. For more details, see our books.