Sadly we heard the news that the driving force behind the Apple Express and Editor of SA Rail magazine passed way. Wilfred Mole, from Sandstone Estates, posted this tribute, via her husband Hilton, to Nerina.

Dear Hilton,

I am currently in the UK but I received a message to say that Nerina had passed away.

Although I have not seen her for many years, I of course dealt with her over an extensive period probably 10-years ago or more. 

 She was definitely a champion of the Narrow Gauge and was very committed to her cause. 

Lyndie and I would like to extend our condolences to yourself and the family on her passing. I feel that she was taken from you early because I thought she was always a very youthful and vibrant person. 

She will be sorely missed, not the least of all by the Narrow Gauge Railway which she did so much to keep alive.

Yours sincerely,

Wilfred E. Mole
Sandstone Estates (Pty) Ltd

This recently acquired item was subject to a search by the Dennis Society in the UK and we thank Tim Stubbs for his efforts. The details of the pump were provided by Laurence Spring at the Surrey Heritage Centre in the UK who hold all the records of Dennis who were based in Guildford in Surrey in the UK. The company, famous for its fire engines, closed in 2007.

Newly restored NGG16A No. 155 was given a second static steam test this week to check some various issues with leaks and piping issues highlighted in the first test. It is expected to conduct a light load trial soon.

The latest edition for 2021 of the Heritage News is now available, click here to read the latest news from Sandstone.