Megan Drayton

Megan Drayton has managed TrackSAFE Foundation NZ since 2008, after also working for KiwiRail’s predecessor ‘Tranz Rail’ in the early 2000s. Her role at TrackSAFE involves promoting safety around the New Zealand rail network, including developing and advising on public safety campaigns, engaging with stakeholders and advocating for safety improvements based on risk. She works closely with TrackSAFE sponsors KiwiRail, Waka Kotahi NZ Transport Agency, Transdev Wellington, Greater Wellington Regional Council, John Holland, Auckland One Rail, Auckland Transport and JMDR, as well as road controlling authorities, NZ Police, rail heritage groups and victims and families personally affected by rail collisions. Megan also works alongside partners to encourage and support evidence-based rail safety education in New Zealand primary schools. TrackSAFE NZ has close ties with TrackSAFE Australia. A memorandum of understanding between the organisations recognises the common interests and commitment to promoting safety and reducing incidents on the rail networks in both countries.