The Whangarei Steam and Model Railway Club Inc. was formed in 1978 for the purpose of acquiring, preserving, and operating vintage steam and diesel trains for the education and enjoyment of club members and the general public, the railway operates on Museum Live Days and special occasions over its own 0.8-kilometer (0.50 mi) main track. The club has in its care two Peckett steam locomotives, a Union Foundry, one Bagnall diesel loco, a Drewry and a Price diesel shunters.