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Work on Wairoa – Napier line hits milestone
Tuesday, 1 May 2018, 7:55 am | KiwiRail
The project to re-open the Wairoa-Napier rail line takes a significant step forward today (Tuesday 1 May) with track gangs beginning work on the line. More >>
ATAP 2018 Transport Plan a big step forward
Thursday, 26 April 2018, 1:13 pm | KiwiRail
ATAP 2018 Transport Plan a big step forward for rail April 26 2018 Today’s announcement of a new Auckland Transport Alignment Programme (ATAP) with a boosted role for rail is a significant step forward for the region, KiwiRail Chief Executive Peter Reidy ... More >>
KiwiRail remembers the Wahine
Tuesday, 10 April 2018, 9:19 am | KiwiRail
An Interislander ferry sounded its horn to mark the time the Wahine struck Barrett Reef this morning and, weather permitting, another will form the backdrop to a flotilla on Wellington Harbour this afternoon, as KiwiRail helps commemorate the 50-year anniversary ... More >>
KiwiRail remembers the Wahine
Thursday, 5 April 2018, 10:29 am | KiwiRail
An Interislander ferry will sound its horn to mark the time the Wahine struck Barrett Reef and another will form the backdrop to a flotilla on Wellington Harbour, as KiwiRail helps commemorate the 50-year anniversary of the Wahine tragedy. More >>
Tremendous progress on Main North Line continues
Wednesday, 28 March 2018, 12:48 pm | KiwiRail
The re-opening of State Highway One at night through Kaikoura from mid-April underlines the tremendous progress being made to restore the transport networks in the wake of the 2016 earthquake, says KiwiRail Chief Executive Peter Reidy. More >>
Rail freight services resumed overnight
Tuesday, 6 March 2018, 8:29 am | KiwiRail
Rail freight services on the Main North Line between Picton and Christchurch resumed overnight following completion of work to repair damage caused by former Cyclone Gita, says KiwiRail Group General Manager Todd Moyle. More >>
Work underway on Wairoa-Napier line
Monday, 26 February 2018, 9:52 am | KiwiRail
Work will begin on the reinstatement of the Napier to Wairoa rail line today, just two days after the Government announced its funding through the Provincial Growth Fund for the project. More >>
KiwiRail welcomes Government’s boost to rail
Friday, 23 February 2018, 11:59 am | KiwiRail
KiwiRail Chief Executive Peter Reidy says today’s announcements of new projects in the Provincial Growth Fund are a strong signal of the Government’s confidence in rail’s ability to drive regional economic growth for New Zealand. More >>
KiwiRail working hard to get freight moving again
Thursday, 22 February 2018, 6:23 pm | KiwiRail
KiwiRail is working alongside NZTA as quickly as possible to re-open the rail line and State Highway between Blenheim and Christchurch after it was hit by the sting of Cyclone Gita. More >>
Forestry a success story for KiwiRail
Wednesday, 21 February 2018, 9:25 am | KiwiRail
KiwiRail is reaping the benefits of an innovative growth strategy for its forestry business designed to make the best use of its wagon fleet. More >>
Strong Half Year result despite challenges
Tuesday, 20 February 2018, 12:38 pm | KiwiRail
KiwiRail has posted a positive half year result with an operating surplus 39% ahead of the previous year, despite a challenging six months. More >>
Severe weather forces cancellation of TranzAlpine
Tuesday, 20 February 2018, 11:37 am | KiwiRail
KiwiRail’s TranzAlpine service has been cancelled for Tuesday and Wednesday due to the severe weather expected to hit the country in the wake of Cyclone Gita. More >>
Reopening of State Highway One a ‘remarkable effort’
Friday, 15 December 2017, 3:57 pm | KiwiRail
Today’s reopening of State Highway One north of Kaikoura is a significant milestone for New Zealand’s transport network and the result of a remarkable effort involving road, rail and 1700 workers, KiwiRail’s Chief Executive Peter Reidy says. More >>
Lyttelton Rail Tunnel marks 150 years
Friday, 8 December 2017, 10:35 am | KiwiRail
8 December 2017 Lyttelton Rail Tunnel marks 150 years Tomorrow (Saturday) will mark 150 years since the opening of the Lyttelton Rail Tunnel, an engineering marvel which remains a key part of the KiwiRail network and important contributor to the local ... More >>
KiwiRail safety video wins international award
Wednesday, 6 December 2017, 9:28 am | KiwiRail
A KiwiRail video featuring train drivers sharing personal stories of how they’re affected by incidents on the rail network has won a coveted safety award at an international film festival. More >>
Study Highlights Rail’s Value to New Zealand
Monday, 27 November 2017, 8:49 am | KiwiRail
Rail is delivering up to $1.5 billion a year to New Zealand in hidden benefits, according to a study prepared as part of a joint KiwiRail/NZTA team looking at integrated transport planning. More >>
Earthquake commemoration a time for reflection
Tuesday, 14 November 2017, 10:30 am | KiwiRail
The 12 months since a 7.8 earthquake struck near Kaikoura devastating the Main North Line railway have been enormously challenging but a year on it is pleasing to see progress made, delivering some respite for residents and truck drivers, KiwiRail ... More >>
Kaikoura Earthquake Commemoration a Time for Reflection
Tuesday, 14 November 2017, 8:40 am | KiwiRail
The 12 months since a 7.8 earthquake struck near Kaikoura devastating the Main North Line railway have been enormously challenging, but a year on it is pleasing to see progress made, delivering some respite for residents and truck drivers, KiwiRail ... More >>
Thirty years of TranzAlpine celebrated
Wednesday, 1 November 2017, 2:11 pm | KiwiRail
One of New Zealand’s most beloved tourism experiences, KiwiRail’s iconic TranzAlpine train journey, marked 30 years of operation today with celebrations in Christchurch and Greymouth. Among guests at today’s events were many of those who were involved ... More >>
Freight rolling again on Kaikoura line
Monday, 30 October 2017, 12:48 pm | KiwiRail
Freight operations on the Main North Line between Blenheim and Christchurch are set to resume tonight (Monday), says KiwiRail Group General Manager Network Services Todd Moyle. More >>
