Whangarata railway station facts for kids
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Whangarata railway station
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Map of Whangarata railway station in 1920s
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| Location | New Zealand |
| Coordinates | 37°15′36″S 174°59′13″E / 37.260°S 174.987°E |
| Line(s) | North Island Main Trunk |
| Platforms | 2 |
| Tracks | 2 |
| History | |
| Opened | 20 May 1875 |
| Closed | 3 October 1966 |
The Whangarata railway station was once an important stop on the North Island Main Trunk railway line in New Zealand. It was located in the Waikato region. When it first opened, people knew it as Wangarata.
The station started operating on May 20, 1875. It served the community for many years before closing its doors on October 3, 1966.
Whangarata Station's Story
Whangarata was a special kind of stop called a flag station. This meant that trains would only stop there if someone waved a flag to get on, or if a passenger on the train asked to get off. It was about 37 miles (60 kilometers) south of Auckland.
Where Was It?
The station was built on a rather steep slope. It was about 618 kilometers north of Wellington. The station was also located about 3.17 kilometers east of Tuakau. It was 4.28 kilometers west of Pokeno. The station stood about 60 meters above sea level.
How It Changed
Over time, railway engineers found ways to make the journey smoother. In 1914, a change was made to the railway line. This "deviation" helped create an easier curve and a less steep slope for trains. This made travel safer and more efficient.
