We just received word of a very generous grant from The Lion Foundation towards the purchase of materials towards the return to service of PWD512 our C class saddle tank loco. While no definite timeline has been set as to when it will return to service, once efforts on the new display shed and the legacy issues with the storage shed are concluded then we hope to concentrate on some locomotive work for a nice change of scenery.

A big thanks to the Hutt Mana Charitable Trust for a grant toward the purchase of 84 tons of ballast for use in maintenance work and also the track work associated with the new display shed. 

A brief rundown of what has been happening around the railway since our last update.

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The 4 months that have past since the last report have been very busy, with 2 major events along with several other smaller events  and the preparation that goes into  making sure these days were a success. Our small team continues to be able to prove that our railway can still be successful, over 45 years after the idea was first mooted. The takings from these events totalled well into the 5 figure range, meaning we can continue to develop and maintain our assets for future generations to enjoy.

2014 marks 60 years since the last Royal Train ran over the section of line that now makes up Silver Stream Railway.

Thanks to the Upper Hutt City Council for there recent grant towards purchase of coal.

Silver Stream Railway Inc. was awarded the runner up certificate and prize at the Upper Hutt ceremony of the Wellington Airport Regional Community Awards 2013. Congratulations to all the other winners and runners up.

The past few months has seen a huge amount of outdoor activity due to the almost uninterrupted  fine weather that the region has enjoyed. The downside of this is it has left the ground very dry and the whole region was under a fire ban for a month. This precluded the use of our steam locomotive fleet for the duration but gave our 2 De locos an opertunity for an airing. We are fortunite to be able to call on a vast stable of motive power to suit almost any requirement. This is due to the dedication of members who has nursed these locomotive back to health. 

Thanks to The Lion Foundation, we have recieved a substantial grant toward materials required for the overhaul of F139. We really appreciate their support.