The Hamilton to Auckland commuter train, named Te Huia, will set off on its first journey on November 4. But Labour list MP Jamie Strange said he was “concerned” about what could happen to the commuter service if National was elected. Bennett said the Government should be developing an electric line for commuter rail, rather than starting a diesel train. National has said it will extend the electric rail line from Pukekohe to Pokeno, as part of their transport policy. Both Labour and National say it will be years before rapid rail could be launched in New Zealand.

Source: Stuff August 22, 2020 22:52 UTC