KiwiRail recently reversed that decision and reinstated the Northern Explorer and Coastal Pacific effective September 2022.

However, much of Aotearoa New Zealand remains disconnected from the rail passenger network and other services remain under threat from underinvestment.

This petition will be presented soon and 10,000 signatures are sought; it’s currently sitting at 9,139. 

It calls on the Government and KiwiRail to commit to maintaining existing intercity passenger rail services and for a comprehensive national strategy for future passenger rail services built around concern for climate action and economic development.