Te Huia, the Waikato to Auckland commuter train will continue to be funded by NZTA at reduced rate.  

Waikato councils will soon be deciding how they will help fund the Te Huia train service between Hamilton and Auckland.  

NZTA's committed around 12 million dollars from the National Land Transport fund to extend the service until April 2026. 

NZTA Chief Executive Nicole Rosie told Heather du Plessis Allan “The service is slightly under its passenger numbers, and punctuality.” 

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