As World Sustainable Transport Day is upon us, Transport for NSW has shared encouraging findings from its regional Zero Emission Bus Program trial, informing the next steps toward cleaner, more sustainable transport in regional NSW.
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Posted inFederal Politics, Public Transport
Airlines to be probed over pricey regional fares
The Productivity Commission will examine pricing practices and competition in regional air travel as the future of a country carrier remains in the balance.
Posted inLocal News, Public Transport, Travel
Have your say: Boarding call for comments on new Aviation Consumer Protections
Airline passengers are being asked to speak up as the Australian Government moves to introduce the nation’s first Aviation Consumer Protection scheme.
Posted inLocal News, NSW Politics, Public Transport
Rail passes quietly reinstated after backlash
Affordable long-term NSW TrainLink Discovery Passes have been quietly reinstated following a public backlash over their sudden removal
Posted inNSW Politics, Public Transport, Tourism
Discovery rail passes quietly disappear in ‘review’
Another service has been taken away from rural communities by stealth, with the NSW Government withdrawing the 3 and 6 month NSW TrainLink Discovery Passes
Posted inDeepwater, Emmaville, Glen Innes, Public Transport
Glen Innes proposes to expand Access Bus service
Glen Innes Severn Council is proposing an expansion of its Access Bus service to address a gap in transport options for seniors living in the villages of Deepwater, Emmaville, Glencoe and Red Range.
Posted inArmidale Regional, Public Transport
Don’t miss your chance to have your say on the future of Armidale’s air services
“Armidale Airport was simply built in the wrong location.” Time to have your say on the state of Armidale Airport.
Posted inArmidale, Public Transport
Armidale Airport closure continues as passengers grow frustrated and nervous
The ongoing closure of Armidale Airport has left passengers frustrated and nervous, as further issues with the runway continue to disrupt flights.
Posted inFederal Politics, Public Transport
Taxpayers take risk on Rex if ailing airline can’t sell
Experts are questioning why taxpayers should be placed on the hook for bailing out Rex through a government takeover if buyers are unwilling to take the risk.
Posted inArmidale, Public Transport
Armidale Airport remains closed due to unsafe runway
Armidale Regional Airport will remain closed for the week after planned maintenance works caused the runway to become unsafe.