Every January since 1988 Southlanders have been hauling out old traction engines in a celebration of steam and old machinery.  They head to Edendale where the Edendale Vintage Machinery Club have been hosting a two day extravaganza of the past – this was 2005 when veteran All Black Sir Colin “Pinetree” Meads was guest of honour. (An honour held in another year by Sir Edmund Hillary). So, yes, it’s a big deal!