On Saturday 28 September, after a couple of months of work and fundraising, we finally lifted the last portal into place for the workshop.
The previous week we fitted the train door legs to the portal frame, having already fabricated the door lintel and dropper from the apex - and a good number of girts. The preparation on the ground was well worth it, reducing the need for slow and expensive work at height later on.
Thanks again to our funders - Rimutaka Trust, Pelorus Trust, Rotary Club of Upper Hutt, Upper Hutt Summer Carnival, The Lions Foundation, Hutt Mana Charitable Trust and donations from Trust members and friends.
Next up - roof cladding!
Hammond Crane and Cartage lifting the end portal from its fabrication site. Photos: Glenn Fitzgerald
Later in the day - all purlins installed, brace channel being fitted mid-span.