Northern Explorer (known simply as "Dora") from Auckland approaches Waikanae just north of New Zealand's capital. The trip of 680Km takes almost 11 hours.
Northern Explorer (known simply as "Dora") from Auckland crosses the Porirua Harbour at Paremata in the northern suburbs of New Zealand's capital. The trip of 680Km takes almost 11 hours.
DL 9037 was built by CNR Dalian, China in 2010. Assisting is DC 4041 (EMD G22AR formerly G12.) The manifest train bound for Palmerston North is departing the rail yards of New Zealand's capital.