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2 unusual facts about Catlins River Branch


Catlins River Branch

Ratanui (36.65 km), also known as Catlins River and junction with bush tramway to sawmill owned by Goss & Co.

The local residents had strong feelings for their railway, and when the last Tahakopa-based engine, A 476, departed the isolated terminus, "Now Is the Hour" was sung and a wreath was placed on the locomotive.



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