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Development of Shantytown.

  • Historic gold mining & timber area.
  • Showcasing European & Chinese history.
  • Open 9 am- 4 pm daily.
  • On-site café and meal options.

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Heritage Train: Katie

Built 1896

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Heritage Train: Gertie

Built 1877

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Heritage Train: Rosie

Built 1957

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  • Trains run 3 to 5 times per day with additional trips on demand.
  • Train rides are included in the general admission price.

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Gold Panning Experience

  • All ages and abilities welcome.
  • A gold souvenir is guaranteed.

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Old Time Photos

  • Dress up and take a heritage-style photo.
  • 30 minutes per booking. Perfect for small groups.

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Dark Room Exhibition

  • Preserving unique New Zealand rail heritage.

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Abundant Native Wildlife

  • Weka, kereru and native birds abound for photographs in a rainforest setting.

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West Coast Miniature Railway

  • Recreation of historic railway sites of the early West Coast.