Auckland train services resume after power line disruption
Thursday 24 September 2026 · 2 outlets · 2 reports · updated In this story Auckland Transport
A power outage affecting the East and West lines caused all Auckland train services to stop around 12.45pm. While power has been restored and most services are running to schedule, Auckland Transport warned that some delays and cancellations may continue during the network recovery.
Key facts
3 facts
- Power outage affected East and West lines at approximately 12.45pm
- Most Auckland train services have returned to their scheduled times
- Auckland Transport advised passengers to check station departure screens
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Auckland's train network has resumed operations after a power outage briefly halted all services this afternoon. The outage affected both the East and West lines at approximately 12.45pm.
Auckland Transport stated that power was restored quickly and trains were able to resume services within minutes. Most services are now running to schedule.
Auckland Transport warned that a small number of ongoing delays and cancellations may occur as the network recovers. Passengers are advised to check digital screens at stations or live departure boards before travelling.
Compiled from reports by NZ Herald and 1News.