Rail Projects
KiwiRail Network was previously undertaking Project DART (Developing Auckland's Rail Transport network) in association with ARTA (now Auckland Transport) to upgrade Auckland's rail network, signalling and train station platforms and buildings. The budget for the project is $600 million, and includes:
- Double-tracking the Western line as far as Swanson;
- Redeveloping Newmarket station and the associated junction;
- Improving signalling on all routes to allow more frequent services
- Building the Manukau Branch linking Manukau City centre to the rail network.
- Reopening the Onehunga Branch line
Read more about this topic: Auckland Regional Transport Authority
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