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A new rail service, The Mainlander, will launch in January 2026, reconnecting Christchurch, Dunedin, and Invercargill on New Zealand’s South Island.
A new long-distance passenger rail service, The Mainlander, will launch in January 2026, reconnecting Christchurch, Dunedin, and Invercargill on New Zealand’s South Island for the first time in decades.
Operating initially during the January school holidays with round-trip journeys, the service offers scenic travel along the east coast, including the Taieri Gorge, and is expected to transition to a regular Friday-to-Sunday schedule.
Supported by regional leaders, it aims to boost tourism, economic development, and sustainable transport, with future services and upgrades at KiwiRail’s Hillside Workshop creating jobs.
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Un nuevo servicio ferroviario, The Mainlander, se lanzará en enero de 2026, reconectando Christchurch, Dunedin e Invercargill en la isla sur de Nueva Zelanda.