Auckland CBD Business Owner Eager for CRL Opening After Years of Disruption

Winston Peters sings Johnny Cash, criticises ‘woke’ station names at City Rail Link opening

Winston Peters was among those celebrating the opening of the $5.5 billion City Rail Link - but there one was small detail he wasn’t thrilled about.

Auckland CBD business owner eager for CRL opening after years of disruption

The City Rail Link has held its official opening in Auckland, with a bar owner saying he's looking forward to reaping the rewards of staying afloat during its construction.

Speech At City Rail Link Official Opening

"As we stand here today, like parents at a graduation ceremony, we should be proud that Auckland has, now, grown up. Because this truly is a turning point for this city," said Hon Chris Bishop.

Jono Pryor was the official Town Crier for Auckland's City Rail Link opening ceremony

After weeks of campaigning, The Hits Breakfast host Jono Pryor helped mark one of Auckland’s biggest transport milestones in a very old-fashioned way. There are few people who could turn a major infrastructure opening into a comedy storyline quite like Jono Pryor. After months of jokingly campaigning for the role, The Hits Breakfast host officially stepped into the shoes of Auckland's Town Crier as crowds gathered for the opening of the City Rai…

CRL opening puts Auckland on track for the future

Prime Minister Christopher Luxon, Auckland Mayor Wayne Brown, Ministers, Councillors and iwi have officially opened Auckland’s City Rail Link (CRL) today, marking a turning point in the way New Zealand’s biggest city moves and grows. After a decade of construction, commuters will be able to travel through the heart of the city by train from Sunday 13 September, when CRL stations open and a new rail timetable begins. Transport Minister Chris Bish…