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Auckland’s newest electric train has rolled into port, marking the arrival of the 23rd and final unit in Auckland Transport’s (AT) fleet expansion.

After almost three years leading Auckland Transport, Chief Executive Dean Kimpton will be finishing his role on Friday 1 May.

Planned public protest activity is likely to cause significant disruption to the City Centre, bus services and the wider Auckland Transport network this Saturday 31 January.

For two days after Auckland Anniversary, the train network will be closed for the first full trial of the new post-City Rail Link timetable. This milestone test will help ensure reliable, seamless services from the first day of CRL opening.

Auckland’s public transport fares and the price for on-street parking and Auckland Transport-managed carparks will be subject to a modest increase from 1 February, following Auckland Transport’s annual price review.

Auckland Transport (AT) is committed to creating opportunities for Māori and Pasifika businesses while delivering measurable social value, and a recent Social Return on Investment report demonstrates the power of this approach.

It’s going to be a busy weekend on Auckland’s transport network with thousands of Ed Sheeran fans expected as the music superstar kicks off his global tour with two gigs at Go Media Stadium on Friday and Saturday night.