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The day they moved Papatoetoe Railway Station

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The day they moved Papatoetoe Railway Station

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This is a video documenting what happened on the day they moved the Papatoetoe Railway Station from where it was to where it is now.

This is a good visual resource for children to watch and see how they moved the train station from one place to another.

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Papatoetoe Railway Station Preservation Trust

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This is another awesome place for kids to search for images on what the Railway Station looked like a long time ago. There are images on here that date back as far as 1923.

Children can use this to get an idea as to how it looked like back in the early 30s and 40s etc..

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A collection of small quick facts about the Papatoetoe Railway Station so kids can get a little familiar with the station.

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Papatoetoe railway station is on the Southern Line and Eastern Line of the Auckland railway network in New Zealand. It is between Station Road and Shirley Road, across the street from Papatoetoe West School, and has an island platform layout.

Papatoetoe was originally called Papatoitoi, a corruption of its true name. The name was corrected in 1907, by the New Zealand Railways Department, because of the obvious discrepancy with the town it served, which has always been spelt as "Papatoetoe".

Old station building

The old station building, restored by the Papatoetoe Railway Station Preservation Trust, has been moved to the corner of Station Road, Shirley Road, Tavern Lane & St George Street and repurposed into a café. Parts of this building dated back to 1875. A new station was constructed on the present site.

The old station is an integral part of the area's history, with Old Papatoetoe developing as a commercial centre.

1875

The railway line from Auckland reached Papatoetoe. The first railway station was built between May and August and named Papatoitoi Station (note spelling). The building was on the western side of the present road bridge.

1887

The stationmaster was removed from the station due to the financial depression. The station became an unofficered flag station until 1914.

1907

The station name was changed to Papatoetoe.

1914

The station had two rooms added to it, and was open for all business, with a new stationmaster being appointed. Reports list the station as being moved to the western side of the track.

1918

The station was moved and resited.

1919

The station reopened, with a 14-ft diameter railway windmill and a 6000-gallon water vat. These provided water for the station and for locomotives that shunted or turned at Papatoetoe. A peaked roof and verandahs were added during this time.

1926

The reinforced concrete road bridge south of the station was built by the Public Works Department, replacing a temporary wooden structure.

1928

A row of railway houses was built in Station Road, on the west side of the station. Fabricated sections were supplied by the New Zealand Railways House Factory, Frankton.

1942

The windmill and water tower were removed after the station was connected to the town water supply.

1976

After a burglary, the goods shed was set alight and burnt down.

1987

Staff were withdrawn after a centralisation of booking offices.

Transdev Auckland, on behalf of Auckland Transport, operates suburban services to Britomart, Manukau, Papakura and Pukekohe via Papatoetoe. The typical weekday off-peak timetable is:

6 tph to Britomart, consisting of:

3 tph via Glen Innes (Eastern Line)

3 tph via Penrose and Newmarket (Southern Line)

3 tph to Manukau

3 tph to Papakura

Bus routes AirportLink, 31 and 313 serve Papatoetoe station.

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Papatoetoe railway station Facts for Kids

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Learn Papatoetoe railway station facts for kids

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Explore the buisness, the trains, the communities etc.. behind our train stations. You can also look at the history of Kiwirail and how it has evolved over time to what it is now.

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Of KiwiRail's four core values, 'Care and Protect' is the one our people live and breathe by. It is why our Zero Harm vision is to become the leading health and ...

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An awesome resource to explore trains and other locomotives outside of Auckland.

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Welcome to the New Zealand Railway and Locomotive Society

The Society was formed in 1944 by enthusiasts interested in the then New Zealand Railways. Membership is open to all with an interest in the New Zealand Railway system both old and new. Member groups meet in most cities where talks, films, and other activities can be enjoyed. Read more->

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Welcome to the New Zealand Railway and Locomotive Society Now on Facebook Go to Facebook The Society was formed in 1944 by enthusiasts interested in the then New Zealand Railways. Membership is open to all with an interest in the New Zealand Railway system both old and new.

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Students can navigate this website to find out times that trains leave and depart every station, find out ticket prices and discounts, and also, provides an overview of the train network all together.

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This is a useful resources to get students how to understand the engineering that is going on behind our electrical trainss

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The Fascinating Engineering behind Electric Trains!

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Students can use this resource to research key events that happened in the past regarding trains in New Zealand

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Railways | NZHistory, New Zealand history online

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From the late 19th century the expanding rail network opened up exciting leisure and tourism opportunities for ordinary New Zealand families. New Zealand Railways promoted rail holidays through bright, attractive posters and its own popular monthly magazine.

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A video explaining how NZ Railways evolved from the very first train, up until the electric trains we have up and running now. It also highlights some of the issues and the reasons behind the important decisions NZ Railways had to make.

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The Aotearoa History Show S2 | E10: NZ Railways | RNZ

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This video resource is an easy to follow, step by step, on how ot make a toy train using popsicle stick, a battery and a motor.

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How to make a Toy Train tracks Popsicle Stick crafts

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While students were investigating the historical changes, they noticed the change in the trains it self and how it got from one place to another? Of course they knew it operated on tracks, but students would notice that they were powered differently.

Students will: Explore the sources of energy used to power trains, such as electricity, diesel, or steam.

While investigating the different sources and when they were used. Students will design a pros and cons poster for each of the three energy sources, briefly explaining how the source was used to power the train and what were the pros and cons in using it.

They can start byx reading this article.

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On February 21, 1804, British mining engineer, inventor and explorer Richard Trevithick debuted the first full-scale working railway steam locomotive in the Welsh mining town of Merthyr Tydfil. Following that debut, locomotives have been powered by a myriad of fuels, including wood, coal and oil.

How did old trains have electricity?

Older European cars used high voltage (or steam, supplied by steam locomotive (some diesels and electrics also had steam boilers fitted), there were also steam generator cars in use and some cars were fitted with coal- or oil-fired boiler) only for heating, while light, fans and other low-current supply (e.g. shaver ...

What did old trains run on?

The steam-powered locomotive gets its fuel from burning combustible materials-like coal, wood, and oil-to produce steam. Then that steam moves different pieces of machinery that work together to drive the train forward!

What were trains powered by in the 1800s?

Steam-Powered

Its prototype was first introduced in the mid-1700s, and in the early 1800s, it had been connected with locomotives and became a driving force for the golden age of the train. Steam-powered locomotives would be the main power source for nearly 100 years until diesel took over.

What were trains originally powered by?

Before steam

The first trains were rope-hauled, gravity powered or pulled by horses.

How Do Steam Locomotives Work - Steam Engines Explained

How were trains powered in the 1920s?

Steam Powered (1920s-1930s)

Were trains powered by coal?

Coal-powered trains worked the rails in the United States for 175 years, starting in the 1830's, and were an integral part of America's westward expansion and industrial revolution. The Strasburg Rail Road is the oldest operating railroad in the United States.

How were Victorian trains powered?

The original plan was to pull the trains with steam locomotives, using firebricks in the boilers to provide steam, but these engines were not powerful enough and were never introduced. Instead, traditional locomotives were fitted with water tanks in which the steam could be condensed.

What did they use to power trains?

Since the first railroad transportation, which was in the early 1900s, railways used various fuel types. While initially locomotives were powered by wood and coal, electric and diesel power became more popular in the latter half of the 20th century.

What type of engine did trains of the 1800's use?

The first steam locomotive was developed in the early 1800's. The first use was to carry goods on tramways in the place of horses. Over the past 200 years, the principle of how a steam engine works has remained the same.

What was the fuel for train in the past?

The old style steam locomotives burned wood or coal to generate steam which drove the pistons which propelled the wheels which made the train go. Modern locomotives burn diesel fuel to turn generators which create electricity which is sent to electric motors which drive the wheels and make the train go.

What type of engine did the first train use?

In 1802, Richard Trevithick patented a "high pressure engine" and created the first steam-powered locomotive engine on rails.

What did trains run on before the steam engine?

From the mid-1500s onward, railways were used in some European mines to move heavy wagonloads of coal and mineral ore along tunnels. Later, others were built to carry coal from collieries (coal mines) to ships in nearby rivers and harbors. The wagons ran first on parallel wooden planks, and then on iron rails.

How did trains run off coal?

Air flows up through the grates allowing the coal to burn hotter. The hot gases released from the coal flow forward through a series of flues or tubes to the front of the locomotive. Water surrounds the outside of the firebox. Heat from the burning coal turns water to steam, which rises to the top of the boiler.

Did the first train use coal?

Key Points. The first recorded use of rail transport in Great Britain is Sir Francis Willoughby's Wollaton Wagonway in Nottinghamshire, built between 1603 and 1604 to carry coal.

When did UK trains become electric?

Electric railways began in Great Britain in 1883 and the first EMU ran on the Liverpool Overhead Railway in 1893. In the early 20th century, systems were developed where all the motors on a train could be controlled by a low voltage signal from any cab.

How are British trains powered?

Railway electrification in Great Britain began in the late 19th century. A range of voltages has been used, employing both overhead lines and conductor rails. The two most common systems are 25 kV AC using overhead lines, and the 750 V DC third rail system used in Southeast England and on Merseyrail.

When did trains start using electricity?

Ever since the discovery of the dynamo-electric principle by Werner von Siemens in 1866, one had therefore tried to utilize electric motors for transportation purposes. And with success: on May 31, 1879, Siemens & Halske presented the world's first electric train in which power was supplied through the rails.

What do trains run on for power?

Freight and passenger rail rely almost exclusively on diesel power. The latest diesel innovations contribute to cleaner air and reaching climate goals. According to the Association of American Railroads, in a typical year, US freight railroads move around 1.7 billion tons across nearly 140,000-miles of track.

How did trains stop in the 1800s?

By the late 1800s, there were at least 100 patents for railway braking systems. An early solution was to simply apply enough brake power on the locomotive to bring the vehicle to stop. This initially involved screws and linkage, but was soon developed to be actuated using steam diverted from the boiler.

How were the original trains powered when Travelling on the London Underground?

In 1863, construction was finally finished on the London Underground. Powered by steam engines, these trains required special coal and unique technology to run underground.

How were the first tube trains powered?

These were what we call sub-surface lines, built by digging a long trench, laying track and covering it over again. Initially, these early underground railways used steam trains.

When did trains switch from wood to coal?

Coal replaced wood for the most part starting in 1870 and lasted until 1900 - 1910.

When did trains switch from coal to diesel?

In rail transport, dieselisation refers to the replacement of the steam locomotive or electric locomotive with the diesel locomotive (usually the diesel-electric locomotive), a process which began in the 1930s and is now substantially complete around the world.

Were trains powered by wood?

Following that debut, locomotives have been powered by a myriad of fuels, including wood, coal and oil. Then, in 1913, diesel powered locomotives hit the scene in Sweden, followed by the U.S. in 1939 and continue to dominate the landscape today.

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LE4: Designing and Creating your own train (Engineering)

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LE4: Designing and Creating your own train (Engineering)

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After learning about trains and how they are powered by different sources of energy. Students will then being to enquire how they can make a train of their own. They are stunned to find out that they can do all of this with just these materials:

- Hot Glue Gun
- Popsicle Sticks
- Motor
- 9v Battery

Working in groups, students will follow this video step by step to design their own train using popsicle sticks.

In this learning experience, not only will students create a train but will also get to understand how voltage is passed, positive and negative charges, how a motor will work etc...

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How to make a Toy Train tracks Popsicle Stick crafts

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In this Learning Experience, students will be introduced to 10 random locations around Auckland (landmarks or places they are familiar with) that they "need to visit on 10 different days". Their task will be to find the cheapest option to travel to these destinations (via train and bus) with their own family that live in their household.

Students will calculate ticket prices, discounts, and fare structures. Explore concepts like percentages, discounts, and pricing strategies.

They will need to look at ticket prices, specials, etc.. the parameter for this task though is:

- They have to leave to their destination by 9am and get back by 3pm
- They have to come up with 2 options:
a cheap option and the fastest option
- They need to have the total money spent on travel calculate for each landmark.

They can use this website to find all they need to know for this Learning Experience.

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LE2: The Transformation of NZ Rail as a whole? (Technology)

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LE2: The Transformation of NZ Rail as a whole? (Technology)

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Students will begin to wonder, if this happened to our local papatoetoe train station, then what about the other train stations in New Zealand?

Students will start investigating moments in the past that defined NZ rail history and will share their learning and findings in a time travel presentation involving the whole class (groups will present based in the order of their event)

Students will outline what and how it happened, who was involved, when it happened, why it happened and its affect it had on the NZ railway development as a whole.

They can start their investigation using this resource linked to this padlet.

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All aboard! The North Island main trunk railway was 100 years old in 2008. Take a trip back in time to explore the epic story of its construction, the heyday of the steam passenger train and the place of the iconic railway refreshment room in New Zealand life.

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LE1: What Happened to the Papatoetoe Railway Station? (Technology)

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LE1: What Happened to the Papatoetoe Railway Station? (Technology)

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Students will be exposed to an image of the papatoetoe railway station and what it used to look like in the 1920's.

In small groups they will begin their investigation by writing down what is different and what is similar. The students will realise that there are a whole lot of different things and so begin task the question: How did they make the changes overtime and what did they change until it looked like what it is today?

Within their small groups, students must use Canva to create a visual timeline outlining chnages that were made and why they were made. This will include some research on the internet, looking for other images of the train station (which there are more online) and finding out why things changed. Each group will begin with the same image though and develop from there up until the 2020's

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After completing the travelling learning experience and knowing a little more now about trains here in NZ. Students will be curious as to how much all this transportation affect our environment.

Students will:

Investigate the environmental impact of train travel, including emissions, energy efficiency, and carbon footprint.

Compare trains to other modes of transportation like cars and airplanes in terms of environmental impact.

Firstly, students will investigate how does transport in general affect our environment. They will design a poster sharing their knowledge about this topic.

Secondly, students will investigate how other modes of transport affect our environment and present their findings using a graph

Lastly, students will investigate possibilites on how to solve the problem that travel has a huge effect on our environment. It does not matter what they come up with and how difficult it may be to come up with it, but as long as they can justify their decisions and back up their claim that it can save our environment I am interested to hear their solutions. They will present these in our own class "Case of the Environment" slam where they will have 2 mins to do the following:

State the problem, why it is a problem?

The idea that will fix our problem, how will this fix our problem?

If their idea is a success, what will the success look like in the future?

Be ready to answer and reply to any questions from the audience.