Paerata rail works

Dear neighbour, 

KiwiRail is carrying out its regular programme of scheduled rail asset renewals 
to ensure a safe, reliable and resilient network as Auckland moves into an era 
of more frequent train services.  

During three weekends in October and November (see dates right), KiwiRail 
will renew foundations under small sections of the rail corridor in Paerata. We 
will work day and night over these periods to complete this work more 
quickly.   
The KiwiRail team will return to this location during 27 December to 10 
January 2027 and work 24/7 to complete this renewal of our critical rail 
infrastructure and associated track works. This stage will include cutting the 
tracks, excavating and preparing foundations, replacing assets and tamping 
ballast in place.  
The four work periods correspond with different sections of the South City Line 
in Paerata. No trains will run south of Puhinui Station during 7-8 November and 
from 27 December until to 10 January. Rail passengers are encouraged to 
check the AT Mobile app or visit the Auckland Transport website to plan their 
travel at.govt.nz/journeyplanner  
This renewal work will improve the reliability and resilience of the rail network 
and allow for the more frequent trains the City Rail Link is enabling. 
 
How this affects you:  
Our teams are aware they are working close to neighbouring properties and will do 
their best to minimise any disturbance. However, there is likely to be noise and 
increased vehicle movements from this activity; we apologise in advance for this.  
Our facility in Crown Road, Paerata, which will be used to store and transport 
equipment and materials needed for this renewal work. There will be increased 
truck movements along Crown Road, work trains and rail vehicles operating. Please 
take extra care around the network.