Future
Concerns were raised that once the Wellington metro system was extended north from Paraparaumu to Waikanae as part of the electrification extension works, the Capital Connection would lose passengers to the extended Tranz Metro system. In 2010 KiwiRail stated it would consider changes after evaluating what impact the Metro system has on the Capital Connection's patronage.
By July 2012 the future of the service seemed to be very uncertain. KiwiRail has announced it will make a decision on the service in August. The Greater Wellington Regional Council as well as the Horowhenua District Council have proposed a partial funding but need the New Zealand Transport Agency to agree to continue the service. However, NZTA will not fund any rail service which does not decongest a road. In August 2012 Greater Wellington Regional Council and Horizons (Manawatu-Wanganui Regional Council) have proposed a business case which is currently being evaluated by NZTA.
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