Leasing rail land

KiwiRail manages approximately 18,000 ha of property associated with the rail network. Our main aim is to use railway land in ways that supports freight and passenger rail traffic. We also consider leasing or other interim uses for railway land that is not currently used for operations.

Leasing Property

If you are interested in leasing land or buildings from us for private or commercial purposes please contact our Leasing Team. Mainfreight is a major rail freight customer and is leasing land in our Wellington yard.

Encroachment

An encroachment relates to third party use of the rail corridor for residential, beautification or farming purposes. Two of the most common examples are historic agreements for farmers to graze stock and the occupation of land adjoining the corridor by householders. Should you wish to obtain an encroachment licence please contact our Property Team.

Contact Details

Northern Team

Sue Gillett, Lease Manager Northern - Ph ++64-4-498 3232 - Email
Megan Mckinstry, Lease Administrator - Ph ++64-4-498 3308 - Email

Southern Team

Angela Bartoli, Lease Manager Southern - Ph ++64-4-498 5295 - Email
Jan Walsh, Lease Administrator - Ph ++64-4-498 2064 - Email

Click here for a pdf file of a map showing Area Boundaries.