NZ Railways Staff Welfare Trust

05/10/2026

Orewa One Bedroom Unit to let – Long term rental 6 months +
Available from 19 October for long term rental – one bedroom unit at our Orewa site. Perfectly located for beach, restaurants, shops and public transport.
This open plan unit features a modern kitchen, recently repainted making it fresh, bright and clean.
Use of swimming pool.
Unfurnished.
Suitable for 2 people maximum.
No pets.
On site caretaker for extra security and peace of mind.
One allocated parking space (uncovered)
Rent of $490 per week includes including electricity and heating.
Preference given to Trust members and their families.
Contact Michael on 021 669 900 for further details or to arrange a viewing.

22/09/2026

A couple of recent projects completed - Kaikoura kitchen upgrade (before and after photos) and solar energy trial unit 1 Taupo.

04/08/2026

30/07/2026

Carter's beach/Westport

Hidden Gem
The Trust’s property at Carter's Beach near Westport is a real hidden gem. The stand-alone house achieves high occupancy despite it being harder to reach than many of the Trust’s other properties.
What’s more? The home is incredibly well-maintained, including a new kitchen, new carpet, a heat pump and double-glazing!
The beachfront promenade a block away is well-served with a cafe open seven days a week and there is a modern playground for the little ones.
Carter’s beach is stunning. Unlike many other West Coast beaches, it’s sandy. Guests report great swimming and long morning and evening walks.
The number of outdoor activities in easy reach of Carter’s beach is limitless, including the world famous Punakaiki rocks that are a 45 minute drive South.

27/07/2026

Reminder!!

The Summer Ballot closes at 5pm on 31 July! Get your applications in now so you are in the draw, applications can be submitted via your member dashboard by logging into the website! The Ballot will be drawn in the first week of August and results emailed to members.

15/07/2026

Rotorua (Holden's Bay) Two bedroom unit to let - Long term 6 months +
This open plan unit features a modern kitchen and renovated bathroom
Unfurnished
Suitable for 2 people maximum
No pets, smoking or va**ng outside only
One allocated parking space (covered car port)
Rent of $490 per week includes electricity and heating (heat pump)
Preference given to Trust members and their families
Contact Michael on 021669900 for further details or to arrange a viewing.

23/06/2026

What to do at the Mount while the Maunga and Hot Pools are out of action?

With Mauao out of action, there are still plenty of places around Tauranga where you can go for a nice walk or cycle or soak in hot pools.

Walks

Papamoa Hills is now open – it’s straight up hill, and not for those with dodgy hearts. The view from the top is worth the huffing and puffing to get there!

Marine Parade Take the coastal pathway from the eastern End of Marine Parade to Adams Ave at the base of the Mount. It is a good walk along the beach then back along the Boardwalk. With plenty of places for refreshments. Coffee cart at Hart Street, Tay Street Cafe, plus the large variety of cafes & Restaurants at the base of the Mount

Waikareao Estuary Walkway: a 9km loop track ideal for walking and/or cycling, All ages and abilities can enjoy the flat winding boardwalk. The popular Daisy Hardwick section of the walk is approximately 3km on the Western Side of this walkway.

Kulim Park to Fergusson Park 2.4km one way its an easy walk along the inner harbour, great for all ages and abilities. Great views to Rangiwaea and Matakana Islands

Hot pools

Fernland Spa: the iconic Fernland Spa is set amongst native bush. Only 5 minutes from central Tauranga or 15 minutes from the Trust’s units. The natural, non-chlorinated, mineral pools have been family-owned since 1968. They are especially enjoyable on a dark, chilly winter’s evening.

Welcome Bay hot pools: Also a 15 minute drive from the Mount, the Welcome Bay hot pools are mineral-rich and fed by natural geothermal springs. Here you can make a day of it by bringing a picnic and some sausages. Take advantage of the free the BBQ and park like surrounding

Baywave Aquatic Centre: Not a hot pools per se, but Baywave will keep the little ones occupied for hours with its wave pool, aqua play station and water slides. All this just a 7-minute drive from the Trust’s units, across the road from Bay Fair. Ideal on a rainy day.

17/06/2026

UPDATE: Claims are now open again, thank you for your patience while we dealt with the issues.

The online Medical Benefit Claim system is currently offline as we are experiencing some technical issues. Urgent work is underway to fix this issue and we hope to have it back up and running as soon as possible!

28/05/2026

Breaking News!

An extra unit has been added at Queenstown for members to book. Queenstown unit 8 is now available to book - 3 bedrooms, sleeps 6 and check out that view from the balcony!!

11/05/2026

Rotorua Driveway.

Anyone who has ever visited our Rotorua site will know what the state of the driveway was like. We have recently had the entire driveway concreted and it looks great. Many thanks for the patience and understanding of all those who stayed during the works and for our caretaker Sonia, we think you will all agree it was worth the effort.