Ja 1275 heads home to Auckland from Helensville with Mainline Steam's annual Kaipara Cannonball, seen near Huapai. The North Auckland Line is normally freight only beyond the terminus of Western Line at Waitakere.
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