It's been 60 years today since the first passengers boarded Aramoana in Wellington to sail to Picton.
There's been more than 300-thousand crossings of the Cook Strait over the past 60 years ?that's around 43 million passenger trips.
General Manager Walter Rushbrook says the ferry creates magical memories for Kiwis and tourists alike.
Kiwirail Chief Executive Peter Reidy says they'll work closely with Mana Whenua partners in shaping the 60 years ahead.
