 That was replaced by airline-style meals heated on board, and Taihape railway station dining room was closed, the station later being demolished and replaced by a shelter.Following a refurbishment of RM30, Tranz Scenic operated various excursion services under their "Explore by Rail" brand.The first of these excursion services was the "Silver Fern - Otaki and Beyond Tour" which commenced on 19 September 2009.