KiwiRail denies price gouging following Aratere ferry retirement

Tuesday 20 May 2025 · 3 outlets · 3 reports · updated Tue 20 May 2025, 4:00pm

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KiwiRail has stated there will be no considerable ticket price increases after the Aratere ferry retires at the end of August. The operator warned that the loss of the vessel will affect capacity, meaning passengers may need to be more flexible with travel dates. Transport lobby groups have raised concerns regarding fleet resiliency.

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1. RNZTue 20 May 2025, 8:08am

   Interislander operator KiwiRail promises no 'price-gouging' when Aratere retires (opens in new tab)

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   • Lobby group members raise red flags over ferry fleet's resiliency issues (opens in new tab) Tue 20 May 2025, 4:00pm
2. Otago Daily TimesTue 20 May 2025, 8:14am

   No 'considerable' price rises from Aratere retirement - KiwiRail (opens in new tab)