Press Release – New Zealand GovernmentHon Chris BishopMinister of TransportWayne BrownMayor of AucklandAuckland’s City Rail Link (CRL) will open to passengers on 13 September, with Transport Minister Chris Bishop and Auckland Mayor Wayne Brown confirming the long-awaited opening date. “The CRL will fundamentally change the way Auckland’s rail network operates, with faster journeys, more frequent services, and better connections across the city. “Reaching this milestone has taken years of work from thousands of people, including engineers, construction crews, mana whenua, KiwiRail, Auckland Transport, City Rail Link Ltd and many others. Notes:The opening date follows the completion of an extensive programme of testing, commissioning, and safety assurance across the rail network. Independent safety regulators have undertaken comprehensive assessments of the tunnels, stations, rail systems, and operational procedures.