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Metlink At Alert Level 1
Tuesday, 29 June 2021, 2:45 pm | Metlink
Following the Government’s Alert Level 1 announcement, Metlink has confirmed that face coverings are still mandatory on all bus, train and ferry services from 11:59pm on Tuesday 29 June. “The Government has made it clear that people should wear face ... More >>
Metlink Services At Alert Level 2
Wednesday, 23 June 2021, 1:20 pm | Metlink
Following the Government’s alert level 2 announcement Metlink has confirmed that face coverings remain mandatory on all bus, train and ferry services and that it will continue to run a full timetable from 6pm tonight until 11.59pm Sunday 27 June. ... More >>
Metlink Joins Chorus Of Councils Saying ‘Think Before You Type’
Friday, 21 May 2021, 10:27 am | Metlink
An abusive message punched into a keyboard can have just as much impact as a punch to the gut, is the gist of a new video featuring real staff from Metlink and local government organisations encouraging people to think before they type in a bid to ... More >>
Metlink Supports Māori Warden’s Mission To Keep Wellington Safe
Friday, 14 May 2021, 1:35 pm | Metlink
Metlink supports Māori Warden’s kaupapa by providing free public transport for on-duty Wardens, enabling them to move around the region with ease as they undertake crime prevention. On-duty Māori wardens wearing a uniform are welcome to travel ... More >>
Metlink Supports Māori Warden’s Mission To Keep Wellington Safe
Friday, 14 May 2021, 1:32 pm | Metlink
Metlink supports Māori Warden’s kaupapa by providing free public transport for on-duty Wardens, enabling them to move around the region with ease as they undertake crime prevention. On-duty Māori wardens wearing a uniform are welcome to travel ... More >>
Metlink Deeply Disappointed And Surprised With NZ Bus Lockout Decision
Thursday, 22 April 2021, 5:24 pm | Metlink
NZ Bus has announced a continuous lockout of Tramways Union members from 4am Saturday 24 April 2021. The lockout means that Tramways Union members will not be able to report for driver duties unless they accept NZ Bus’ most recent offer. The lockout ... More >>
Bus Passengers Encouraged To Check Before They Travel During Tramways Union Meeting
Thursday, 8 April 2021, 3:56 pm | Metlink
Wellington bus passengers will face disruption to their travel on Wednesday 14 April between 9:00am and 3pm as some drivers attend a Tramways Union meeting. Metlink General Manager Scott Gallacher says the union meeting will not affect school services but ... More >>
Metlink Services During Alert Level 1
Friday, 5 March 2021, 5:00 pm | Metlink
Following the Government’s Alert Level 1 announcement, Metlink has confirmed that face coverings are still mandatory on all bus, train and ferry services from 6am on Sunday, 7 March. “The Government has made it clear that people should wear face ... More >>
Metlink Services During Alert Level 2
Sunday, 28 February 2021, 6:35 am | Metlink
Following the Government’s alert level 2 announcement Metlink has confirmed that face coverings will remain mandatory on all bus, train and ferry services and that it will continue to run a full timetable from 6am tomorrow (Sunday 28 February). ... More >>
Mandatory Face Coverings To Remain On Metlink Services During Alert Level 1
Wednesday, 17 February 2021, 6:36 pm | Metlink
Following the Government’s Alert Level 1 announcement, Metlink has confirmed that face coverings will still be mandatory on all bus, train and ferry services from midnight tonight. “The Government has made it clear that people should wear face ... More >>
Mandatory Face Coverings And Full Timetables On Metlink Services During Alert Level 2
Monday, 15 February 2021, 6:10 am | Metlink
14 February 2021 Following the Government’s alert level 2 announcement Metlink has confirmed that face coverings will be mandatory on all bus, train and ferry services and that it will continue to run a full timetable from midnight tonight (Sunday 14 ... More >>
Metlink Snapper IPhone App Breaks 10,000 Downloads
Friday, 27 November 2020, 10:16 am | Metlink
Metlink has taken another step forward in customer convenience with the launch of the Snapper IPhone app, which makes it easy for iPhone users to top up Snapper cards, check balances, get details on card usage and much more. Released yesterday, the ... More >>
Metlink Drives Diversity With Pink Shirt Day
Friday, 16 October 2020, 11:19 am | Metlink
Hundreds of Metlink staff are donning pink shirts, hats and other creative accessories to stand together as part of a diverse community against bullying and discrimination. The annual Pink Shirt Day began in Canada, but its clear message of standing together ... More >>
Metlink Leading The Way On Journey Tracking
Tuesday, 18 August 2020, 2:02 pm | Metlink
Metlink and the Wellington Region continues to be at the forefront of the COVID-19 response by working with the Government on the use of QR codes for journey tracking. Metlink general manager, Scott Gallacher says, “The care and safety of our passengers ... More >>
Additional Metlink Services, Cleaning And Physical Distancing Measures
Saturday, 28 March 2020, 11:59 am | Metlink
In response to COVID-19 alert level 4, Metlink is adding more bus services, introducing germ shield fogging and rolling out physical distancing markers on all buses and trains. General Manager Scott Gallacher says Metlink is continuing to monitor the ... More >>
Metlink Public Transport Free Until June
Tuesday, 24 March 2020, 7:56 pm | Metlink
As part of the national response to COVID-19 alert level 4 Metlink will make all rail and bus services free until June. Metlink GM Scott Gallacher says public transport will continue to be available for essential service workers, and to enable communities ... More >>
Metlink Moves To Sunday Services From Wednesday
Monday, 23 March 2020, 4:17 pm | Metlink
In response to the Prime Minister’s address today on raised COVID-19 levels, Metlink will be moving to Sunday services across all public transport modes from Wednesday 25 March. Metlink GM Scott Gallacher says, that while there are still a number of ... More >>
Covid-19: Metlink Public Transport Update On Drivers Aged 70+
Sunday, 22 March 2020, 6:21 pm | Metlink
Metlink General Manager Scott Gallacher says, in accordance with Central Government advice, for the health and safety of staff and passengers, all Metlink bus drivers aged 70+ will not be part of operating our transport network at this time. “The ... More >>
Metlink welcomes purchase of Mana Coach Services
Tuesday, 20 August 2019, 3:23 pm | Metlink
Metlink welcomes news today that Transdev Australasia have agreed terms to acquire Mana Coach Services. More >>
Slight delays and cancellations, Hutt Valley and Kapiti Line
Thursday, 11 July 2019, 1:22 pm | Metlink
Due to an earlier incident near Wellington that is currently under investigation services departing from and arriving in Wellington are experiencing slight delays More >>