Training Track Down The Line (Southland) Traditional Cache

When completed in 1978 Invercargill replaced the oldest existing station building, which had been built in 1864 and was an elegant link with early rail travel in New Zealand. The present building, erected at a cost of $1.7 million, was opened by then Prime Minister Robert Muldoon and was, not surprisingly, the most modern station in New Zealand.

It received early public criticism for serving just two scheduled passenger trains a day, but it was also required for many scheduled coach services and as the district's operational headquarters. In 1984 the verandah of the road elevation was cut back to accommodate new Volvo coaches.

The Southerner ran for the final time on Sunday February 10th 2002. This day was a sad day for many, and a day for many people to bring back memories of their trips on the Southerner Express. (http://www.trainweb.org/thesoutherner/final.html)

After passenger service ended in 2002 the YMCA of Invercargill acquired the train station and has been using it as a training centre for youth. (http://www.waymarking.com/waymarks/WM7E0V_YMCA_Training_Centre_Invercargill_New_Zealand)

Cache is a magno and only has room for a log, so please bring your own pen.