Mainline Steam's Northlander excursion from Auckland to Whangarei is hauled by Ja 1275 up the 2% grade to Ross Hill Tunnel, 7th of 13 tunnels on the North Auckland Line.
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