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flag Student return to school and fare discounts caused a 25% surge in NZ transit use, leading to longer commutes in major cities.

flag A surge in public transit use, dubbed "March Madness," is causing longer commutes in New Zealand cities like Auckland, Dunedin, Queenstown, and Wellington as students return from holidays and schools resume. flag Increased demand, driven by expanded student fare discounts, has led to a 25% rise in trips compared to last year, with peak congestion between 7am–9am and 3pm–6pm, especially on Wednesdays. flag Auckland has responded by adding larger buses, extra school services, and deploying six-car trains, while preparing for the City Rail Link’s 2026 opening to ease long-term congestion. flag Travelers are advised to use journey-planning apps, carpool, or travel off-peak to avoid delays.

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