Auckland is the latest city to join the ranks of metro areas around the world with its “HOP” smart card transit passes. Bus riders in New Zealand’s largest city can use the new cards with several services, including Metrolink and Waka Pacific. Eventually Auckland Transit officials plan to expand HOP to trains and ferries, making it even more convenient for Kiwis and tourists to navigate the huge, sprawling city.

Riders can add credit to their HOP cards at a conveniently located machine or online. To pay for fare, a card is tapped against a reader. HOP cards can also be used to pay for meals and goods at participating retailers.
The new integrated ticketing system will be especially convenient as New Zealand hosts the upcoming Rugby World Cup later this year.
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