Last month we released the independent report recommending which of the 30 level crossings across the Wairarapa could be upgraded, and which needed to close.
With more trains on the lines moving at faster speed, it’s essential that KiwiRail looks at safety and continues to satisfy NZTA regulations by providing a safe operation ‘So Far As is Reasonably Practical’. We were able to reduce the number originally earmarked for closing from 7 to 5.
This includes keeping Pembroke Street level crossing in Carterton open, and moving Judds Road, which does need to close, to the very end of the work schedule to give Masterton District Council time to secure funding for the road changes needed to keep it open.
We are in the process of finalising the level crossing work programme. Currently we are: