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NZ Transit Buzz @nztransitbuzz.bsky.social · 2h
#BusNews: Kinetic, through its regional Go Bus brand, began two new nine-year contracts with the Otago Regional Council on October 1. Expanding its Dunedin operation with 37 new electric buses, 30 new drivers, and routes including a new daily service connecting Ōamaru to Dunedin.
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NZ Transit Buzz @nztransitbuzz.bsky.social · 3h
#RailNews: A Wellington indoor sports centre is shutting one of its sites after nearly two decades. Wellington Indoor Sports (WIS) announced it would be closing its City Station location on 31 October after KiwiRail ended its lease. Via RNZ: www.rnz.co.nz/news/regions...
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Wellington Indoor Sports to close one of its sites
A Wellington indoor sports centre is shutting one of its sites after nearly two decades.
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NZ Transit Buzz @nztransitbuzz.bsky.social · 3h
#BusNews: From October 1, NZTA has introduced new rules that require road users to give way to buses leaving bus stops. On roads with a 60km/h or lower speed limit, if bus drivers are leaving a bus stop, the side of the road or moving out of a bus lane, other drivers must give way to the bus.
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NZ Transit Buzz @nztransitbuzz.bsky.social · 20h
#RailNews: More than one million train rides have been recorded on Auckland’s rail network in the first two weeks since the City Rail Link opened. MORE: www.beehive.govt.nz/release/city...
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NZ Transit Buzz @nztransitbuzz.bsky.social · 21h
#TrainNews: Greater Wellington Regional Councillor Tom James has shared photos of the full-scale carriage mock up of the Tūhono trains. Several elements of the trains are being reviewed by several groups to ensure the train works well for the region.
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NZ Transit Buzz @nztransitbuzz.bsky.social · 21h
#StationNews: KiwiRail has shared a drone flyover of the under construction Ngākōroa Station. The vidoe shows the completed staircase roof steel frame, roof works on the pedestrian bridge, and the cement-treated basecourse for the station and car park access road.
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NZ Transit Buzz @nztransitbuzz.bsky.social · 22h
#StationNews: Several signs near the underpasses at Parnell Station are yet to be updated to show the new City Rail Link lines servicing the station. The signs currently reference the former Southern and Western Lines, Parnell is now served by the South-City Line.
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NZ Transit Buzz @nztransitbuzz.bsky.social · 23h
#FerryNews: Part of the lower Ferry Landing carpark in Cooks Beach will be closed from 5 October for about 6 weeks while Powerco lays a new marine electricity cable and telecommunications ducts under Whitianga Harbour.
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NZ Transit Buzz @nztransitbuzz.bsky.social · 29/09/2026
#BusNews: Uzabus has transfered 9 new SESTA vans down to Wellington. SESTA is a Ministry of Education transport service that helps eligible students with mobility or safety needs travel to and from school.
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NZ Transit Buzz @nztransitbuzz.bsky.social · 29/09/2026
#RailNews: KiwiRail has plunged $1.4 billion into the red after taking the City Rail Link on to its books – but its underlying business is gathering steam. Via NZ Herald: www.nzherald.co.nz/business/kiw...
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CRL $1.4b hole masks KiwiRail turnaround
However, the operating surplus jumped 45% as freight revenue rose 10%.
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NZ Transit Buzz @nztransitbuzz.bsky.social · 29/09/2026
#FerryNews: Explore Group is bringing back its Auckland– Coromandel ferry from October 23, ahead of Labour Weekend, running Friday to Monday, with an expanded timetable to follow, including daily services from November 27 through until Easter. Via CFM: cfm.co.nz/news/explore...
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Explore and Mad Campers Team Up to Bring Daily Ferry Service Between Coromandel and Auckland - Coromandel's CFM
A daily ferry will again operate between Coromandel and Auckland this summer. The popular ferry connection returns for Labour Weekend, with a direct Friday afternoon service and the daily ferries from...
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NZ Transit Buzz @nztransitbuzz.bsky.social · 29/09/2026
#RailNews: Google Maps has once again updated the Public Transport Layer in Auckland to correctly show the newly opened City Rail Link and new line layouts. This update has added the Onehunga West Line and corrected the East West Line. The South City line is still incorrect.
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NZ Transit Buzz @nztransitbuzz.bsky.social · 29/09/2026
#FerryNews: Port Marlborough has shared a 'look from above' showing current progress on the Waitohi Ferry Redevelopment Project. The footage shows how much the port has changed as, from piling for the Transition Berth to changes around Waitohi Picton Harbour.
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NZ Transit Buzz @nztransitbuzz.bsky.social · 29/09/2026
#BusNews: New Zealand family operator Tranzit Coachlines has launched a new national charter campaign to encourage New Zealanders to rediscover the joy of travelling by bus and coach. Via ABC Magazine: www.busnews.com.au/tranzit-laun...
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Tranzit launches nostalgia-driven bus and coach travel campaign
The NZ family operator has unveiled its national campaign to drive more passengers onto their bus and coach services
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NZ Transit Buzz @nztransitbuzz.bsky.social · 28/09/2026
#FerryNews: The pool of potential buyers for Cook Strait ferry operator StraitNZ may have narrowed to a single candidate, according to an Australian media report. Via BusinessDesk: businessdesk.co.nz/article/infr...
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Canadian pension fund reportedly exits StraitNZ sale process
The pool of potential buyers for Cook Strait ferry operator StraitNZ may have narrowed to a single candidate, according to an Australian media report.Morgan Sta...
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NZ Transit Buzz @nztransitbuzz.bsky.social · 28/09/2026
#RailNews: Many of the speed restrictions on Wairarapa’s rail line to Wellington are expected to be eliminated by the end of summer as track upgrades continue. Via The Post: www.thepost.co.nz/nz-news/3610...
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Wairarapa Line slow spots ironed out over summer
Many of the speed restrictions on Wairarapa’s rail line to Wellington are expected to be eliminated by the end of summer as track upgrades continue.
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NZ Transit Buzz @nztransitbuzz.bsky.social · 28/09/2026
#BusNews: Connect - Horizons Regional Transport has shared a by the numbers breakdown of usage of Whanganui's new bus network. The network saw has seen increased use across the board compared to the old network, although some routes are not exactly matched.
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NZ Transit Buzz @nztransitbuzz.bsky.social · 28/09/2026
#TrainNews: Trains Taranaki is asking the Government to fund a feasibility study to restore passenger train services between New Plymouth and Wellington, including Whanganui. Via NZ Herald: www.nzherald.co.nz/whanganui-ch...
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Calls for Government help to restore New Plymouth to Wellington passenger rail service
The proposed route would connect New Plymouth, Whanganui, Palmerston North and Wellington.
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NZ Transit Buzz @nztransitbuzz.bsky.social · 28/09/2026
#TicketingNews: BUSIT and Flex fare changes came into effect on September 28. Adult fares have increased by approximately 10%, with a standard Hamilton fare now $2.90 per trip. Flex fares have also increased to $2.90 per person. There is no change to concessions.
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NZ Transit Buzz @nztransitbuzz.bsky.social · 28/09/2026
#FerryNews: KiwiRail has shared photos of Kaitaki in dry and wet dock for the winter maintenance programme. Works included: *Extensive inspection and maintenance work on the hull *Work on key underwater systems, including propulsion, steering, rudder and stabiliser equipment.
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NZ Transit Buzz @nztransitbuzz.bsky.social · 28/09/2026
#BusNews: The Otago Regional Council has endorsed the proposed reintroduction of Transport Liaison Groups in Dunedin and Queenstown, to better strengthen operational feedback from public transport users.
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NZ Transit Buzz @nztransitbuzz.bsky.social · 27/09/2026
#BusNews: Tekapo Bus has shared photos of their new bus. The bus is a Yutong D7 which is due due to start service on October 1, the bus will run daily connecting Lake Tekapo, Fairlie, Geraldine, Ashburton and Christchurch Airport.
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NZ Transit Buzz @nztransitbuzz.bsky.social · 27/09/2026
#BusNews: Tranzit Coachlines has had Earthworks Taranaki Limited repairing potholes and levelling the Tranzit Coachlines Taranaki yard.
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NZ Transit Buzz @nztransitbuzz.bsky.social · 27/09/2026
#FerryNews: The Interislander ferry Kaitaki returned to service on Saturday after the completion of major winter maintenance in Singapore. Via RNZ: www.rnz.co.nz/news/regions...
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Kaitaki Interislander ferry returns after winter maintenance in Singapore
The Interislander ferry Kaitaki will return to service on Saturday after the completion of major winter maintenance in Singapore.
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NZ Transit Buzz @nztransitbuzz.bsky.social · 26/09/2026
#BusNews: NZ Transit Buzz can confirm all 5 electric articulated buses for use on Route 2 in Wellington have arrived in New Zealand. The buses are presently in Auckland being prepared for service before being driven to Wellington and delivered to Kinetic’s Karori Depot.
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NZ Transit Buzz @nztransitbuzz.bsky.social · 25/09/2026
#BusNews: Wellington may lose some bus services as a funding crunch hits the regional council - but the head of public transport says unlike the infamous chaos-causing “bustastrophe”, quality matters more this time around. Via The Post: www.thepost.co.nz/nz-news/3610...
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Wellington bus warning: ‘Facing a funding shortfall, something has to give’
Wellington may lose some bus services as a funding crunch hits the regional council - but the head of public transport says unlike the infamous chaos-causing “bustastrophe”, quality matters more this ...
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NZ Transit Buzz @nztransitbuzz.bsky.social · 25/09/2026
#BusNews: Ruapehu District Council has opened a survey to understand what is needed to strengthen the case for restoring the Taumarunui and Hamilton transport connection. MORE: www.ruapehudc.govt.nz/our-council/...
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NZ Transit Buzz @nztransitbuzz.bsky.social · 25/09/2026
#FerryNews: Thames-Coromandel District Council has shared that the new Whitianga wharf is now fully open. The Whitianga ferry has been operating from a temporary pier while the works were underway.
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NZ Transit Buzz @nztransitbuzz.bsky.social · 25/09/2026
#RailNews: Now that it’s only three shopping months until Christmas, here is my top ten list of what I want Santa to give to public transport in Aotearoa/ New Zealand. By @darrendavis.bsky.social via Adventures in Transitland: adventuresintransitland.substack.com/p/all-i-want...
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All I want for Christmas is...
Now that it’s only three shopping months until Christmas, here is my top ten list of what I want Santa to give to public transport in Aotearoa/ New Zealand. Read on for more.
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NZ Transit Buzz @nztransitbuzz.bsky.social · 24/09/2026
#TransportNews: Inside this edition: Motu Move officially tags on in Christchurch, more double-deckers on the cards for Canterbury and rail bus stop changes in Auckland after CRL opens. Read these stories and more inside the Weekly Review: nztransitbuzz.substack.com/p/weekly-rev...
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NZ Transit Buzz @nztransitbuzz.bsky.social · 24/09/2026
#TicketingNews: Signs for where to buy & top up Motu Move cards have begun to appear outside retailers in Christchurch. This is for those wishing to buy or top up a prepaid Motu Move card. Motu Move tag on/off posts also support contactless payments by card or phone/smart watch. PIC Luke Chandler.
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NZ Transit Buzz @nztransitbuzz.bsky.social · 24/09/2026
#TicketingNews: Metro Canterbury has shared a few tips ahead of the upcoming switch to Motu Move. * You don’t need to get a Motu Move card. You can now tag on with your contactless credit or debit card (or mobile device)
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NZ Transit Buzz @nztransitbuzz.bsky.social · 24/09/2026
#FerryNews: Effective October 12, Fullers360 is making pricing changes to Waiheke Walk Up fares and Off-Peak fares for Waiheke Island ferry services. Visitor fares will increase by 3.0-5.5%, Resident fares are unaffected by this change. MORE: www.fullers.co.nz/news-updates...
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NZ Transit Buzz @nztransitbuzz.bsky.social · 24/09/2026
#RailNews: Grant Hood Contracting has shared photos of the Ashburton Railway Footbridge. The footbridge has been restored over the past months with crews repairing and repainting the bridge as well as truss and structure.
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NZ Transit Buzz @nztransitbuzz.bsky.social · 23/09/2026
#BusNews: Residents of an Auckland retirement village say they can’t wait another decade for a bus stop shelter to be installed at a vital link to a major transport hub. Via Scoop: auckland.scoop.co.nz/2026/09/auck...
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Auckland.Scoop » Auckland Retirees Plead For Bus Shelter To Protect Against Elements
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NZ Transit Buzz @nztransitbuzz.bsky.social · 23/09/2026
#TransportNews: Horizons Regional Council has scrapped proposed funding to plan for an improved regional public transport network, including between Whanganui and Palmerston North. Via NZ Herald: www.nzherald.co.nz/whanganui-ch...
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'A real shame': Council votes down regional public transport funding
Formal consultation on Horizons' next Long-Term Plan will begin next year.
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NZ Transit Buzz @nztransitbuzz.bsky.social · 23/09/2026
#BusNews: Transport Minister Chris Bishop says the law prevents him from promising even one new bus in Greater Christchurch in the coming years. But the Government does want to improve the city’s public transport services. Via The Press: www.thepress.co.nz/nz-news/3610...
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Chris Bishop: I can’t legally promise Christchurch even one new bus
With Christchurch bus users already facing overcrowded services, the transport minister says the Government wants improvements — but he cannot promise funding.
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NZ Transit Buzz @nztransitbuzz.bsky.social · 23/09/2026
#RailNews: A look at the ins and outs of the proposed designs for removing level crossings along the Western Line including which seem most likely to make it through the decision process. Via @greaterauckland.bsky.social: www.greaterauckland.org.nz/2026/09/23/o...
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Options for Inner West level crossing removals - Greater Auckland
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NZ Transit Buzz @nztransitbuzz.bsky.social · 22/09/2026
#TicketingNews: The National Ticketing Solution also known as Motu Move, will roll out fully in Canterbury from Wednesday. Prepaid Motu Move travel cards will be available online or through participating retailers for those who do not wish to use a contactless bank card.
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NZ Transit Buzz @nztransitbuzz.bsky.social · 22/09/2026
#TransportNews: New Zealand-founded Snapper Services has launched an artificial intelligence assistant designed to reduce public transport network analysis from days or weeks to minutes. Via Transport Talk: transporttalk.co.nz/news/snapper...
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Snapper launches AI assistant for public transport analysis
Snapper Services chief executive Miki Szikszai. New Zealand-founded Snapper Services has launched an artificial intelligence assistant designed to reduce public
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NZ Transit Buzz @nztransitbuzz.bsky.social · 22/09/2026
#RailNews: Recent Google Trends data shows New Zealand search interest for "Auckland CRL" has climbed notably. Searches for "things to do in Auckland CBD" have risen by around 40%. Via Stuff: stuff.co.nz/society/3610...
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As City Rail Link interest surges, Aucklanders are searching the inner city too
Recent data shows rising curiosity around things to do in the CBD
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NZ Transit Buzz @nztransitbuzz.bsky.social · 22/09/2026
#RailNews: Auckland mayor Wayne Brown and ministers had raised concerns about the perceived independence of the review looking at what went right and wrong in building the City Rail Link. Via The Post: www.thepost.co.nz/politics/361...
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Auckland mayor and ministers raised concerns about CRL review
The $5.5 billion rail project opened on Sunday after years of delays to much fanfare.
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NZ Transit Buzz @nztransitbuzz.bsky.social · 22/09/2026
#FerryNews: Work on the electric ferry chargers at Auckland's Downtown Ferry Terminal is progressing well. Connections to the main power grid are being completed on Quay Street, these works are due to be completed in December.
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NZ Transit Buzz @nztransitbuzz.bsky.social · 21/09/2026
#LocomotiveNews: The Southern Steam Charitable Trust will soon be pulling into the station with their nearly restored F150 locomotive, a project that has been in the work since 2019. Via Otago Daily Times: www.odt.co.nz/news/southla...
odt.co.nz
Old locomotive almost ready to chug again
Old locomotive almost ready to chug again
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NZ Transit Buzz @nztransitbuzz.bsky.social · 21/09/2026
#BusNews: The WOW Wanderer operated by Tranzit Coachlines has returned for 2026. The free hop on/hop off bus loop service operates around Wellington for WOW 2026 ticket holders helping them explore the Capital City.
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NZ Transit Buzz @nztransitbuzz.bsky.social · 21/09/2026
#FerryNews: CentrePort reached a significant milestone for the Wellington Ferry Project with the placement of the first 24-meter permanent pile casing. Via Data Portuaria: dataportuaria.com/en/internaci...
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CentrePort Installs First 24-Meter Pile in Wellington Ferry Project
CentrePort reached a significant milestone for the Wellington Ferry Project with the placement of the first 24-meter permanent pile casing. The wharf expansion is necessary to accommodate Interislande...
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NZ Transit Buzz @nztransitbuzz.bsky.social · 21/09/2026
#RailNews: New Zealand’s rail safety regulator is weighing whether to launch its own investigation after a person died in an incident involving a heritage train at Te Awamutu Railway Station. Via Stuff: www.stuff.co.nz/nz-news/3610...
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Rail regulator weighs investigation after fatal heritage train incident
NZ’s rail safety regulator is gathering information about the death of a person at Te Awamutu Railway Station to determine whether it will launch a separate investigation.
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NZ Transit Buzz @nztransitbuzz.bsky.social · 21/09/2026
#BusNews: There are route and timetable changes are coming to Dunedin’s bus network from October 1. Changes Include: A new daily Ōamaru–Dunedin service will begin as an extension of Route 1 Routes 3 and 50 replaced with routes 30 & 35
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NZ Transit Buzz @nztransitbuzz.bsky.social · 21/09/2026
#RailNews: @cjsbishop on X has shared that, 528,007 train boardings were recorded between Sun 13 September and Sat 19 September. This is the busiest week ever in the first seven days of CRL service.
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NZ Transit Buzz @nztransitbuzz.bsky.social · 21/09/2026
#RailNews: NZTA has issued clarification around the suspension of heritage rail services. NZTA has not ordered a stand-down for all heritage rail services. Steam Incorporated Ltd has recommended (to their members and other operators) the suspension as a precautionary measure.
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