Book your steam train ride for 20-21 January!
Join us for a steam train ride on Saturday 20th and Sunday 21st January 2018! Ride from Taupo Quay Whanganui to East Town and return, and Taupo Quay Whanganui to Kai-iwi and return.
Ride behind Mainline Steam's immaculately restored Steam locomotive JB1236 in air-conditioned carriages with large viewing windows. The observation carriage has a viewing platform so you can experience the sound of the steam engine.
Enjoy the sights of Whanganui from the train and be part of this fun-filled festival weekend as we run 3 trips on Saturday afternoon and 3 on Sunday. Fun for the whole family with tickets from as little as $20 per adult.
Visit our website for details.
Tickets at your local i-site or via the Eventfinda website.
We look forward to seeing you on the train!
The Mainline Steam Team
Poll: Should the government levy industries that contribute to financial hardship?
As reported in the Post, there’s a $30 million funding gap in financial mentoring. This has led to services closing and mentors stepping in unpaid just to keep helping people in need 🪙💰🪙
One proposed solution? Small levies on industries that profit from financial hardship — like banks, casinos, and similar companies.
So we want to hear what you think:
Should the government ask these industries to contribute?
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59% Yes, supporting people is important!
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26% No, individuals should take responsibility
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15% ... It is complicated
Have you got New Zealand's best shed? Show us and win!
Once again, Resene and NZ Gardener are on the hunt for New Zealand’s best shed! Send in the photos and the stories behind your man caves, she sheds, clever upcycled spaces, potty potting sheds and colourful chicken coops. The Resene Shed of the Year 2026 winner receives $1000 Resene ColorShop voucher, a $908 large Vegepod Starter Pack and a one-year subscription to NZ Gardener. To enter, tell us in writing (no more than 500 words) why your garden shed is New Zealand’s best, and send up to five high-quality photos by email to mailbox@nzgardener.co.nz. Entries close February 23, 2026.
A Neighbourly Riddle! Don’t Overthink It… Or Do?😜
Do you think you know the answer? Simply 'Like' this post if you know the answer and the big reveal will be posted in the comments at 2pm on the day!
If you multiply this number by any other number, the answer will always be the same. What number is this?
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