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Back on the ACT public transport bandwagon: numbers up over 40%

Canberra's public transport numbers have soared during the first week of school, with new data showing the best patronage since the beginning of the pandemic in March 2020.

New bus smell as first of ACT’s zero-emissions fleet hits the road

Commuters may notice a new ‘car’ smell on their way to work in coming weeks, as the ACT’s first battery-electric bus hits the road. The first of a dozen Chinese-made Yutong E12s that are on a five-year lease to Transport Canberra commenced service on Wednesday 25 January.

New interchange and bus timetable to cope with worst months of ACT’s light rail disruption

Next week, a temporary new interchange at Woden will open, while bus routes will switch to an interim timetable.

To the editor: Trackless tram the way to go

This letter writer asks why the ACT government is spending so much on outdated light rail technology when trackless trams are superior and cheaper.

NSW teachers, transport workers on strike

NSW teachers, bus and train drivers are on strike looking to end long-running negotiations with the state government and its various agencies over pay, conditions and privatisation.

ACT school bus services to restart next week

From Monday 25 October, dedicated school transport routes will resume as more Canberra students head back to school. Deputy Director-General of Transport Canberra and City Services, Ben McHugh, said 230 dedicated school services...

Public transport halt to thwart Melbourne protest

Public transport will be suspended this weekend to prevent protesters travelling to Melbourne's CBD for an anti-lockdown rally.

How lockdown has been weighing on rideshare drivers

Since the beginning of lockdown, public transport, including taxis and rideshare services, have been classed as essential workers in the ACT. Unlike standard public transport, rideshare drivers are particularly financially vulnerable, given that...

Third Park and Ride for Gungahlin in the works

The ACT Government hopes the new facility will help to encourage Canberrans back onto public transport.

Check In CBR compulsory from 15 July in ACT

Starting tomorrow, you must use the Check In CBR app whenever you board public transport or go into a shop.

Way ahead for Woden’s new interchange

Work begins this week on Woden’s new public transport interchange - an important first step in the regeneration of Woden Town Centre.

ACT Government to lease first electric buses this year

The ACT Government has released the tender for 34 buses (some electric) to replace the old, polluting diesel buses.

Canberrans ‘Make the Move’ to active commuting

The Conservation Council ACT Region has lent Canberra businesses e-bikes and e-scooters in a trial program to encourage active commuting.

Online feedback hub launches for light rail stage 2

Local residents and businesses can now follow the progress of light rail stage 2 and provide feedback on the project with the launch of the ACT Government’s virtual engagement room. Transport Minister Chris...

Public transport and flexible work could ease Canberra’s congested roads

The ACT Government has a plan to ease ourcongested roads and get Canberrans back on public transport.

4,000 trips per day: e-scooter data released

Canberra’s ubiquitous e-scooters are making more than 4,000 trips per day on average, according to trip data released by the ACT Government today.

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