Need access to the Taieri Gorge Line for work?
The Taieri Gorge rail corridor is actively used by Dunedin Railways for both passenger services and maintenance operations. If you require access to the line or plan to carry out work in close proximity to it, please review the guidelines below.
Accessing the Taieri Gorge Rail Corridor
Dunedin Railways owns and manages the railway line and surrounding corridor from North Taieri to Middlemarch, including the Taieri Gorge section. Access to this corridor is strictly managed to ensure safety and preserve the integrity of the line.
If your work, activity, or equipment will be within 5 metres of the track centre — including at road-level crossings — you must obtain written permission from Dunedin Railways.
To enquire about access, please contact us at: [email protected]
If you are requesting access to other rail corridors in Dunedin or across New Zealand, please contact KiwiRail directly.
Why You Might Need Access
You may require permission to access the Taieri Gorge rail corridor for reasons including (but not limited to):
- Walking or cycling near the rail corridor
- Moving livestock across the corridor
- Filming or photography
- Planting or removing graffiti
- Transporting over-dimensional loads
- Installing or maintaining cables, pipes, power lines, or drains
- Surveying
- Contracting or construction activities
- Logging activities near the line
Legal Requirements
Under the Railways Act 2005, it is illegal to:
- Enter any railway infrastructure without the express permission of the licensed access provider
- Enter any railway premises without the express or implied permission of the railway premises manager
What Happens When You Apply
When you submit a request for access, we’ll work with you to determine the appropriate safety conditions and permit requirements. These will vary depending on:
- The type of work or activity planned
- How close you will be to railway lines or structures
- The duration and timing of your activity
