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The Rimutaka Incline Railway is likely to initially generate between six and ten full-time positions for the operation of the railway between Maymorn and Summit. The flow-on effects from the construction and operation of the railway will be welcomed in Upper Hutt and the Wellington region, with additional opportunities for tourism. The construction will bring in additional persons working on the project, which will have spin-off effects for hire companies, construction, transport and crane hire, engineers, architects and the wider construction industry.
Effects noted at similar attractions once in operation show an increased demand for accommodation, restaurants, souvenir shops and both passive and adventure tourism, activities.