Hukanui railway station facts for kids

Quick facts for kids Hukanui railway station
Hukanui about 1917
Location	New Zealand
Coordinates	40°34′01″S 175°41′40″E / 40.566972°S 175.694450°E / -40.566972; 175.694450
Elevation	195 m (640 ft)
Line(s)	Wairarapa Line
Distance	Wellington 137.28 km (85.30 mi)
History
Opened	9 October 1896
Closed	1 August 1988
Services
Preceding station   Historical railways   Following station Newman Line open, station closed   Wairarapa Line KiwiRail   Mangamaire Line open, station closed

The Hukanui railway station was an old train station in New Zealand. It was located in the Tararua District, which is part of the Manawatū-Whanganui region on the North Island. This station was an important stop on the Wairarapa Line.

Hukanui Railway Station

What Was Hukanui Station?

The Hukanui railway station was a place where trains stopped to pick up and drop off passengers and goods. It served a small community called Hukanui. This settlement started in 1894. For a short time, it was even known as Brownston.

The name Hukanui has a special meaning. In the local language, it translates to "heavy snow".

A Bit of History

The Hukanui railway station first opened its doors on 9 October 1896. For many years, it helped people travel and move things around the area.

However, like many old stations, its time eventually came to an end. The station officially closed on 1 August 1988. After it closed, the main building was no longer used for passengers. In January 2009, the area became a "siding," which is like a side track where trains can wait or be stored.

Hukanui in 2008, looking north. You can see the loading bank (left, behind the fence) and the platform (center).

Interesting Facts

Just south of the Hukanui station, there is a very long bridge. This bridge crosses the Mangatainoka River. It is about 162 meters (531 feet) long. This makes it the longest bridge on the entire Wairarapa Line!