 New sheds were constructed to replace those demolished, and the Rail Air Shed & amenities buildings were acquired when it became available.While initially leasing a portion of the site, Steam Incorporated now owns the whole former depot site including the 70 ft turntable however the railways retain a right of access to the turntable.As steam started to disappear from the NZR network, a group of enthusiasts united to preserve steam locomotives with the express intention of running them on the NZR main line network.