Australia and New Zealand are on the cusp of a significant transition in public transport. While diesel once ran supreme among fleets, the transition to zero-emission vehicles could soon see electric come
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NHVR launch bus safety blitz in response to tragic crashes
The National Heavy Vehicle Regulator (NHVR) has launched a national operation that will see buses across the country subject to roadside inspections and fatigue checks following an “alarming number”
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Victorian government lacks volume plan and supply strategy
Victorian suppliers and operators have remained united in calling for the Victorian government to develop a plan that keeps jobs in the state’s bus industry following the recent deferral of orders.
On
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Inside Myki’s six month tap and go trial on Wangaratta buses
It’s been just under two years since the Victorian government announced it was changing its Myki public transport ticketing system for the state.
Signing a new contract with global company Conduent,
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eBus receives exemption to bike rack obstruction rule
Nelson Tasman’s eBus has been the first bus service to receive an exemption to the obstruction rule, which saw a complete restriction on front-mounted bike racks on buses across the country back in November
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Victorian government silent on school bus safety queries
The new school year has got off to a rough start for students attending at least one regional Victorian school who have been forced to stand for more than 45 minutes on buses travelling at 100km/h while
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Flexibility of Ventura range proving successful during electric transition
Both globally and locally, Ventura Systems has taken its capabilities to the next level in 2024. Following its best year to date in the Australian market, the bus door supplier is becoming a well-known
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New ADR introduced to regulate bus seatbelt wearing
The federal government has today announced a new Australian Design Rule (ADR) that will require buses and coaches to feature seatbelt wearing monitoring technology.
The new ADR is the first official change
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QTK preps new range for zero-emissions transition
For Queensland Thermo King (QTK), 2024 was a year of change and growth. The market leader in Australia’s bus and coach HVAC space decided to not rest on its laurels throughout the year, expanding and
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BLK to bring several new developments to Australia
In multiple areas, 2024 was a successful year for BLK Bus & Coach Sales. The bus and coach supplier had its best year yet of vehicle sales, with deliveries taking place right across the country.
With
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