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Easter changes to wheelie bins, public transport, libraries

There will be changes to public transport timetables, library services and waste collection services across Canberra this coming Easter long weekend, 2-5 April, as per the usual practice.

‘Wide interest’ in ACT’s proposed electric bus fleet, government says

The ACT's plan to procure new battery electric buses has attracted wide interest, says Minister for Transport and City Services, Chris Steel.

What do you think of plans for the new Woden interchange?

The public can now comment on the development application for Woden’s new public transport interchange on Callam Street.

How much are Canberra bus and light rail MyWay fares

Planning to ride the bus or light rail in Canberra? MyWay card or pre-paid ticket, find all you need to know about costs and more here.

11 of Canberra’s Clem Cummings bus shelters have been rehomed

Residents around Canberra may have seen one of 11 freshly painted, rehomed Clem Cummings bus shelters pop up in their neighbourhood lately.

Government reopens tender for MyWay replacement ticketing system

The ACT Government will open the tender process for a new public transport ticketing system to replace MyWay, after negotiations with one provider failed.

Two-week light rail shutdown: what you need to know

Don’t forget buses will replace almost half of Canberra’s light rail service for a fortnight from Sunday 10 January.

Liberals backtrack on light rail

The Canberra Liberals have back flipped on a recent surprise call to ditch Woden as the next light rail destination in favour of a Belconnen–City–airport route, after criticism from industry and community. Liberals...

ACT Labor promise 90 electric buses as part of zero-emissions push

ACT Labor have today promised to purchase 90 electric battery buses in the next parliamentary term if they win October’s election.

Transport Strategy outlines plan over next 20 years

The ACT Transport Strategy 2020 was released earlier this week, outlining the vision for transport in Canberra over the next 20 years.

700 new bus services hit Canberra roads tomorrow

Almost 700 new bus services will be introduced into Canberra’s public transport system from tomorrow, Saturday 18 July.

Uncertainty surrounds ACT Light Rail Stage 2a

The Canberra Liberals have slammed the ACT Government for infrastructure mismanagement, following reports the extension of the Light Rail would be delayed due to the coronavirus pandemic.

Half of light rail network to close temporarily

The Flemington Road stretch of Canberra’s light rail network will temporarily cease operations as a stop at Sandford Street, Mitchell is constructed in the next 12 months. That light rail stop is just...

Additional public transport services from 18 July

Canberra’s public transport network has received a welcome boost in services, with an additional 692 daily bus rides including 10 ‘Rapid routes’ and an increase in light rail frequency. The network update was...

Library items to be quarantined for 72 hours

Library items will be quarantined for 72 hours post-return and extra cleaning at light rail and bus stops will continue as COVID-19 restrictions ease across the ACT.

Trams run near empty as light rail turns one

It’s hard to believe it’s been a whole calendar year since Light Rail Stage 1’s maiden voyage departed the city station on Easter Saturday 2019.

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