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Environment Canterbury to lobby for Rangiora to Rolleston commuter train

The PressOtago Daily TimesRNZWednesday 28 May 2025 · 3 outlets · 3 reports · updated

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Environment Canterbury has voted unanimously to approach KiwiRail regarding a potential passenger rail service. The proposed commuter link would connect Rangiora and Rolleston to Christchurch. The council intends to work with KiwiRail to prepare a business case for the service to support the region's growing population.

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First reported by The Press, Wed 28 May 2025, 4:40pm · 3 reports from 3 outlets over 23 hours
  1. The PressThe Press

    ‘Easy win’: ECan to push for Rangiora to Rolleston commuter train (opens in new tab)

  2. Otago Daily TimesOtago Daily Times

    Push for Rangiora-Rolleston commuter train (opens in new tab)

  3. RNZRNZ

    Council wants train connecting Christchurch with growing Canterbury towns (opens in new tab)