New ZealandTrain drivers slept on jobKiwirail train drivers have been disciplined for seven serious safety breaches in the past two years, including failing drug or alcohol tests and falling asleep on the job. 01 May 04:00 PM
New ZealandCommuters to pay for resurrection of KiwiRailAuckland commuters will be among the first to be called on to pay more for KiwiRail services under a 10-year turnaround plan.21 Apr 04:00 PM
WorldBritish rail union faces legal battle over strike ballotA British rail union is fighting claims of discrepancies between the number of votes recorded in a strike ballot and the total workforce number.01 Apr 03:00 PM
TravelHistory burns deep on the wild west roadJim Eagles rediscovers an era of highway robberies and religious battles.30 Mar 11:00 PM
New ZealandBolger removed from KiwiRail chairFormer PM Jim Bolger is to be removed as KiwiRail chairman, SOE Minister Simon Power has confirmed.30 Mar 12:17 AM
TravelA rail ride of a lifetimeClearly there's something about train travel that exercises a particular charm over New Zealanders, writes Jim Eagles.29 Mar 03:00 PM
New ZealandAgeing trains to blame for latest delays, KiwiRail saysAn "aging train fleet" is the reason for cancellations and delays on Wellington's rail network this morning, KiwiRail says.17 Mar 11:00 PM
TravelWest Coast: Charms of old? Take your pickThe romance of steam trains and gold prospecting make Shantytown a rare delight, says Jim Eagles.17 Mar 03:00 PM
TravelCass: Colourful character right on trackA lone figure takes care of this station made famous by Rita Angus.09 Mar 11:00 PM