The Rail, Tram and Bus Union (RTBU) has criticised the Tasmanian government for what it calls a ‘broken promise’ to deliver dedicated transit officers across the state’s public transport
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Are outward sliding door systems the new standard?
With Australia’s bus fleets evolving rapidly towards electrification, every aspect of vehicle design is coming under new scrutiny. One of the most overlooked yet functionally critical decisions is
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Bike rack boost in regional Victoria
Cyclists in Mildura have a new reason to celebrate, with main road bus services now fitted with bike racks, making it easier than ever to combine bike riding with public transport.
The installation of
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NSW budget provides major bus service growth funding
The New South Wales government has announced its budget for 2025/26, and the bus industry is a major winner.
Prior to the NSW budget being handed down this week, the state government hinted it would address
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Industry invited to shape national standards for ZEBs
Australia’s public transport sector is taking a significant step toward a cleaner future, with industry stakeholders now invited to provide input on national technical specifications for zero-emission
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Assaults on bus drivers on the rise, sparking nationwide safety push
Across Australia, bus drivers and passengers alike are grappling with the troubling trend of anti-social behaviour and assaults on buses.
Once considered relatively safe spaces for commuting and community
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Local partnerships key in McConnell Seat’s success
When McConnell Seats first swapped scissors for automated cutters, the company wasn’t just upgrading equipment but laying the foundation for a strong Victorian manufacturing partnership.
Two decades
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StyleRide gears up for ADR changes and lighter, greener future
As the bus and coach industry continues to evolve under the pressure of regulatory shifts, sustainability goals and the transition to electric vehicles, seat manufacturer StyleRide is embracing the challenges
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SA government to invest almost $10 million in public transport safety
The South Australian government has announced $9.6 million in the state budget to strengthen public transport safety, aimed at combating a rise in violent and anti-social behaviour across the network.
The
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Scania electric buses headed to northern Sweden
Scania is set to deliver a fleet of electric buses to the Åre region of Sweden, known for its tumultuous temperatures varying some 60°C during the course of a year, marking a significant step in the
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