Our Diary
Just a little insight into the steps
we have taken on our journey.
Latest Updates
The Future is Rail Conference
“I find myself in a place of certainty now. Not only do I think the Making Rail Work team is ready, I think we are all ready and that the time to be brave and bold has arrived… on Platform1!”
New: Myth Busting Campaign
“This myth busting campaign will help all of us expand our understanding of how we can make rail work for all Kiwis”
Review: Budget 2023
“Of particular note for the Making Rail Work team was the $10 million funding to look in detail on how to electrify more North Island rail lines and in particular the Golden Triangle…”
Invitation: Call To All Rangatahi
“I met Rangatahi at civic events and asked their opinions regarding rail and our future… their voices set the foundation for a more vital vision of Making Rail Work’s purpose.”
Open Letter: Call to All Political Parties
“We have the chance to make a real difference, to be really useful, in the here and now…”
New: Our website and brand got a makeover
“We’ve had a lot of fun making the brand work: our new fonts are Raleway and Wayfinder! Our colour palate is simple but each colour has a purpose to help with signposting.”
Official Briefing: BoP Regional Transport Committee
“KiwiRail commented that it supported our view on the capacity of the network and endorsed the Making Rail Work team’s strong advocacy role… and that BoPRC should collaborate with the Waikato Regional Council to deliver a future with passenger rail.”
Select Committee Response: Mary Abiad
“Given the instability of our social climate, Rangatahi is exceptionally uncertain about the limited opportunities made available to us in the future due to our collective inaction.”
