Auckland prepares for major events amid rail network closures

Friday 17 January 2025 · 2 outlets · 3 reports · updated Fri 17 Jan 2025, 10:28am

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Auckland faces a busy weekend featuring SailGP, Luke Combs concerts, and an Auckland FC match. Despite the city's rail network being closed for maintenance, Auckland Transport has organised special event buses. Some ferry services are also unavailable, which may lead to long wait times for commuters.

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1. RNZFri 17 Jan 2025, 5:21am

   SailGP, Luke Combs fans urged to take public transport, despite Auckland trains not running (opens in new tab)

   • SailGP: Business owners excited as 25,000 people expected at Auckland harbour (opens in new tab) Fri 17 Jan 2025, 8:27am
2. StuffFri 17 Jan 2025, 10:28am

   Auckland braces for mega weekend of concerts, sailing and sports amid ongoing rail closures (opens in new tab)