Trespasser causes train delays and detours on Auckland's East West line

Wednesday 28 October 2026 · 2 outlets · 2 reports · updated Wed 28 Oct, 9:06am

In this story Auckland Transport

Train services on Auckland's East West line are facing delays and cancellations due to a trespasser near Ōrākei. Auckland Transport says trains in both directions will detour through Newmarket, with some stations bypassed. Services are expected to run approximately every 15 minutes.

How they headlined it

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1. NZ HeraldWed 28 Oct, 9:00am

   Trespasser halts trains on Auckland’s East West line, with Auckland Transport warning of delays and cancellations (opens in new tab)

2. 1News via RNZWed 28 Oct, 9:06am

   Auckland train delays, detours after incident near Ōrākei (opens in new tab)