'Depressing': Trains cancelled, motorway queues building as March Madness hitsRNZ The busiest commuting month has begun as the university semester begins and at the same time, rail workers are taking industrial action. And 'industrial action' from the Rail and Maritime Trade Union, announced on Sunday, is affecting some peak train services on the southern, western, and eastern lines. NICOLE LAWTON/STUFF Auckland train commuter Jared Seymour with his epilepsy service dog, Bear. SUPPLIED Auckland Transport has added 10 extra double decker buses to the fleet to help combat March Madness traffic woes. Auckland Transport spokesman Mark Hannan said problem areas during March Madness tended to change year to year, partially dependent on student flatting trends.

Source: Stuff February 25, 2018 17:47 UTC