Excursion Trains.

The outstanding development in Canterbury this winter has been the Farmers' Excursion Trains which have all been a pronounced success. It is certain that the ultimate gain to our industry resulting from the running of these trains will be many fold the immediate return.

The excursions to Arthur's Pass and Otira continue to attract as many patrons as ever. It is doubtful if these tourist resorts will ever lose favour. Situated in the heart of the mountains amidst some of the finest scenery in the world, Arthur's Pass and Otira are assets in the possession of which the people of New Zealand have cause to rejoice.