‘A great success’: Thousands revel in Whanganui Vintage Weekend

‘A great success’: Thousands revel in Whanganui Vintage Weekend


The town whistled with steam engines through the day on Saturday with the many different rides to choose from - including the iconic Waimarie, several steam-locomotive train rides, and steam-traction trailer rides. Whanganui pilot John Luff flew Venom in the first airshow of the day, along with Charles Davis, pilot of the Strikemaster, and Lincoln Jones, pilot of the Pitts Special. “Another thanks to the community for coming out and supporting the event both through going to the events and also putting them on,” Reid said.

Author: Erin Smith


Published at: 2026-01-18 21:43:06

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