PTCBR - Public Transport Association of Canberra
@ptcbr.bsky.social
Canberra's public transport advocacy group.
https://ptcbr.org/
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Become A Member | Public Transport Association of Canberra
The greater our numbers, the more influence we can have on public transport and planning in Canberra region.
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PTCBR has been working hard this past week to figure out just what is going on with MyWay+, and what we need to do to fix it.
Our members' eyes and ears (and wallets) help us do this. Do you want to be part of this? It's super easy and cheap to join!
ptcbr.org/get-involv...
Our members' eyes and ears (and wallets) help us do this. Do you want to be part of this? It's super easy and cheap to join!
ptcbr.org/get-involv...
10 years ago the ACT Government proposed Transport Canberra as a response to criticisms our public transport was expensive, inefficient, and wasn't attracting new passengers.
10 years on, has it been a success? We don't think so. What do you think?
10 years on, has it been a success? We don't think so. What do you think?
The lost decade: TCCS's legacy of failure
Reviewing 10 years of TCCS performance data: poor punctuality, rising costs, stalled patronage – and what must be done to fix Canberra's public transport.
ptcbr.org
October 2, 2025 at 10:11 PM
10 years ago the ACT Government proposed Transport Canberra as a response to criticisms our public transport was expensive, inefficient, and wasn't attracting new passengers.
10 years on, has it been a success? We don't think so. What do you think?
10 years on, has it been a success? We don't think so. What do you think?
"Weekday bus services will be cut in Canberra for two years as works on the Commonwealth Avenue bridge force a "cascading and unavoidable impact" on the network."
PTCBR is seeking an urgent briefing about what's planned, and how we can mitigate this.
PTCBR is seeking an urgent briefing about what's planned, and how we can mitigate this.
Weekday bus services to be cut in Canberra for two years
Reduced services to allow for Commonwealth Avenue bridge works.
www.canberratimes.com.au
September 18, 2025 at 10:00 AM
"Weekday bus services will be cut in Canberra for two years as works on the Commonwealth Avenue bridge force a "cascading and unavoidable impact" on the network."
PTCBR is seeking an urgent briefing about what's planned, and how we can mitigate this.
PTCBR is seeking an urgent briefing about what's planned, and how we can mitigate this.
It's slower. It costs more. It delivers fewer transport benefits for Canberrans.
Read PTCBR Deputy Chair Ryan Hemsley argue why it's time to bury the "Barton dogleg" route for light rail to Woden.
Read PTCBR Deputy Chair Ryan Hemsley argue why it's time to bury the "Barton dogleg" route for light rail to Woden.
It’s time to bury the “Barton Dogleg” | Public Transport Association of Canberra
The case against the slower, costlier alignment for Light Rail Stage 2B.
ptcbr.org
September 16, 2025 at 9:25 AM
It's slower. It costs more. It delivers fewer transport benefits for Canberrans.
Read PTCBR Deputy Chair Ryan Hemsley argue why it's time to bury the "Barton dogleg" route for light rail to Woden.
Read PTCBR Deputy Chair Ryan Hemsley argue why it's time to bury the "Barton dogleg" route for light rail to Woden.
PTCBR members have just received their July wrap up newsletter. It's a new financial year, so it's the best time to join or renew your membership! Super easy to do, and still only $20 ($10 conc.) for the 8th year in a row.
ptcbr.org/get-involv...
ptcbr.org/get-involv...
Become A Member | Public Transport Association of Canberra
The greater our numbers, the more influence we can have on public transport and planning in Canberra region.
ptcbr.org
July 9, 2025 at 10:09 AM
PTCBR members have just received their July wrap up newsletter. It's a new financial year, so it's the best time to join or renew your membership! Super easy to do, and still only $20 ($10 conc.) for the 8th year in a row.
ptcbr.org/get-involv...
ptcbr.org/get-involv...
The draft Environmental Impact Statement for Light Rail Stage 2B is here! 🚊🎉 This is your opportunity to find out the details, see the vision for Light Rail to Woden and give your feedback. The website has docs, videos and a great interactive map!
caportal.com.au/act/...
caportal.com.au/act/...
Stage 2B EIS | Canberra Light Rail Stage 2B | ACT Government
Learn more about the ACT Government Canberra Light Rail Stage 2B project and have your say on the interactive portal
caportal.com.au
July 7, 2025 at 12:12 AM
The draft Environmental Impact Statement for Light Rail Stage 2B is here! 🚊🎉 This is your opportunity to find out the details, see the vision for Light Rail to Woden and give your feedback. The website has docs, videos and a great interactive map!
caportal.com.au/act/...
caportal.com.au/act/...
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In addition to Brisbane Metro's conspicuous absence, the article does give favourable reference to the TransLohr system in France - which a. isn't a Trackless Tram (it uses both rubber tires and a steel wheel on a rail), and b. has significant issues, and is regarded by experts as a cautionary tale!
It's funny to see the trackless tram boosters oddly silent on Brisbane Metro the week it fully launches. That project costs $1.7b for 200m of tunnel, a few station upgrades and a fleet of vehicles. It's not a cheaper alternative!
citynews.com.au/2025...
citynews.com.au/2025...
Stop slugging ratepayers, take the trackless tram | Canberra CityNews
"There is an alternative to the light rail. It looks the same, operates in a similar way, but at a tiny percentage of the initial investment. No rails! No new bridges! Much more flexible for future options," writes columnist MICHAEL MOORE.
citynews.com.au
July 2, 2025 at 3:46 AM
In addition to Brisbane Metro's conspicuous absence, the article does give favourable reference to the TransLohr system in France - which a. isn't a Trackless Tram (it uses both rubber tires and a steel wheel on a rail), and b. has significant issues, and is regarded by experts as a cautionary tale!
It's funny to see the trackless tram boosters oddly silent on Brisbane Metro the week it fully launches. That project costs $1.7b for 200m of tunnel, a few station upgrades and a fleet of vehicles. It's not a cheaper alternative!
citynews.com.au/2025...
citynews.com.au/2025...
Stop slugging ratepayers, take the trackless tram | Canberra CityNews
"There is an alternative to the light rail. It looks the same, operates in a similar way, but at a tiny percentage of the initial investment. No rails! No new bridges! Much more flexible for future options," writes columnist MICHAEL MOORE.
citynews.com.au
July 1, 2025 at 9:48 PM
It's funny to see the trackless tram boosters oddly silent on Brisbane Metro the week it fully launches. That project costs $1.7b for 200m of tunnel, a few station upgrades and a fleet of vehicles. It's not a cheaper alternative!
citynews.com.au/2025...
citynews.com.au/2025...
From this Thursday, there will be changes to how buses move in and out of Woden Temp Interchange. This is because of final works at the new interchange, due to open Dec 2025.
More details in link below, platforms and timetables remain the same.
www.transport.act.go...
More details in link below, platforms and timetables remain the same.
www.transport.act.go...
June 17, 2025 at 8:57 AM
From this Thursday, there will be changes to how buses move in and out of Woden Temp Interchange. This is because of final works at the new interchange, due to open Dec 2025.
More details in link below, platforms and timetables remain the same.
www.transport.act.go...
More details in link below, platforms and timetables remain the same.
www.transport.act.go...
Good work from our friends at @StreetsCanberra. We need clear and unobstructed paths to get to PT, and everywhere else!
region.com.au/should...
region.com.au/should...
May 25, 2025 at 6:15 AM
Good work from our friends at @StreetsCanberra. We need clear and unobstructed paths to get to PT, and everywhere else!
region.com.au/should...
region.com.au/should...
That's a lot better! Thanks @Transport_CBR for taking our feedback on board!
May 21, 2025 at 8:46 AM
That's a lot better! Thanks @Transport_CBR for taking our feedback on board!
London Circuit East opens to vehicle traffic (including buses) on Sunday! Footpaths and bikepaths to open in the coming weeks.
Fingers crossed it improves bus times and reliability.
Fingers crossed it improves bus times and reliability.
May 16, 2025 at 11:23 PM
London Circuit East opens to vehicle traffic (including buses) on Sunday! Footpaths and bikepaths to open in the coming weeks.
Fingers crossed it improves bus times and reliability.
Fingers crossed it improves bus times and reliability.
Molonglo residents are seeing John Gorton Drive get busy and slow, and it's only going to get busier and slower. The only real solution is to upgrade the old bus jumps to full bus lanes. Sign the petition in the comments below if you agree! 👇📝
region.com.au/would-...
region.com.au/would-...
Would bus lanes solve Molonglo Valley's traffic woes? The ACT Greens think so | Region Canberra
The ACT Greens are petitioning the government for what they say is a solution to traffic woes in Canberra's fastest-growing…
region.com.au
May 10, 2025 at 5:40 AM
Molonglo residents are seeing John Gorton Drive get busy and slow, and it's only going to get busier and slower. The only real solution is to upgrade the old bus jumps to full bus lanes. Sign the petition in the comments below if you agree! 👇📝
region.com.au/would-...
region.com.au/would-...
More Woden changes, in one last big push until the new interchange opens in August 2025.
With closures to Callam St from May, buses will be going round the long way. @Transport_CBR advises we won't need further timetable changes, but PTCBR will be keeping an eye on things.
With closures to Callam St from May, buses will be going round the long way. @Transport_CBR advises we won't need further timetable changes, but PTCBR will be keeping an eye on things.
April 22, 2025 at 6:37 AM
More Woden changes, in one last big push until the new interchange opens in August 2025.
With closures to Callam St from May, buses will be going round the long way. @Transport_CBR advises we won't need further timetable changes, but PTCBR will be keeping an eye on things.
With closures to Callam St from May, buses will be going round the long way. @Transport_CBR advises we won't need further timetable changes, but PTCBR will be keeping an eye on things.
PTCBR is having a film night on 15 May! The Last Bus is the touching tale of a widower using his free local bus ticket to travel the length of Britain.
Tix are limited, so get in quick!
events.humanitix.com...
Tix are limited, so get in quick!
events.humanitix.com...
PTCBR Social Event - Film 'The Last Bus'
Get tickets on Humanitix - PTCBR Social Event - Film 'The Last Bus' hosted by Public Transport Association of Canberra Inc (PTCBR). Elsie's Film House Pop Up Cinema, 176 London Cct, Canberra ACT 2601, Australia. Thursday 15th May 2025. Find event information.
events.humanitix.com
April 21, 2025 at 4:12 AM
PTCBR is having a film night on 15 May! The Last Bus is the touching tale of a widower using his free local bus ticket to travel the length of Britain.
Tix are limited, so get in quick!
events.humanitix.com...
Tix are limited, so get in quick!
events.humanitix.com...
There is no excuse for a brand new government website not meeting basic accessibility standards in 2025.
The lack of care from Transport Canberra and NEC is simply appalling.
www.canberratimes.co...
The lack of care from Transport Canberra and NEC is simply appalling.
www.canberratimes.co...
MyWay+ fails to meet standards and fixes will take six months
Visually impaired users face 'impossible' tasks on system website.
www.canberratimes.com.au
March 26, 2025 at 9:36 PM
There is no excuse for a brand new government website not meeting basic accessibility standards in 2025.
The lack of care from Transport Canberra and NEC is simply appalling.
www.canberratimes.co...
The lack of care from Transport Canberra and NEC is simply appalling.
www.canberratimes.co...
Right now people are planning their journeys to the Lake and New Acton, thinking this bus stop is still operational. @Transport_CBR needs to urgently update MyWay+ and the journey planner to reflect that the bus stop is closed.
March 24, 2025 at 10:46 PM
Right now people are planning their journeys to the Lake and New Acton, thinking this bus stop is still operational. @Transport_CBR needs to urgently update MyWay+ and the journey planner to reflect that the bus stop is closed.
Anti-trammers: We must not burden our grandkids with light rail!
Grandkids: 🚊🚊🚊
Grandkids: 🚊🚊🚊
March 24, 2025 at 7:46 AM
Anti-trammers: We must not burden our grandkids with light rail!
Grandkids: 🚊🚊🚊
Grandkids: 🚊🚊🚊
The RiotACT has published an absolutely delightful story interviewing PTCBR member Kyle Hanley about his winning regional public transport map!
the-riotact.com/this...
the-riotact.com/this...
This Canberra bus enthusiast has just saved you from a lot of Googling | Riotact
For the first time, Canberrans looking to travel interstate without using a car now have a one-stop shop to see…
the-riotact.com
March 22, 2025 at 11:26 PM
The RiotACT has published an absolutely delightful story interviewing PTCBR member Kyle Hanley about his winning regional public transport map!
the-riotact.com/this...
the-riotact.com/this...
The Better City Streets project has some excity plans for the City and Dickson. We've had some great conversations with them to suggest tweaks to improve the experience for public transport users. Check it out here!
ptcbr.org/2025/03/20...
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Better City Streets? PTCBR says yes please! | Public Transport Association of Canberra
Everyone is a pedestrian at some point in any journey – so having a public realm that is welcoming and accessible for pedestrians of all kinds is an integral part ... Read more
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March 22, 2025 at 2:27 AM
The Better City Streets project has some excity plans for the City and Dickson. We've had some great conversations with them to suggest tweaks to improve the experience for public transport users. Check it out here!
ptcbr.org/2025/03/20...
ptcbr.org/2025/03/20...
We're not thrilled with the sudden closure of the Regatta Point bus stop, which is the only realistic option for getting PT to/from New Acton and the Lake. We'll be speaking to the ACT Government about alternative options.
www.transport.act.go...
www.transport.act.go...
Regatta Point bus stop closure from Monday 24 March 2025 - Transport Canberra
Regatta Point bus stop closure from Monday 24 March 2025
www.transport.act.gov.au
March 21, 2025 at 9:31 PM
We're not thrilled with the sudden closure of the Regatta Point bus stop, which is the only realistic option for getting PT to/from New Acton and the Lake. We'll be speaking to the ACT Government about alternative options.
www.transport.act.go...
www.transport.act.go...
Great to see @Transport_CBR using the new Woden depot to add 94 new weekday services. Nothing groundbreaking, but every little step of progress is welcome. Boosts for:
🏘️ Molonglo
2️⃣ R2 in peak
✈️ late nite R3 to airport
🎒 schools
www.transport.act.go...
🏘️ Molonglo
2️⃣ R2 in peak
✈️ late nite R3 to airport
🎒 schools
www.transport.act.go...
Timetable improvements commence 28 April 2025 - Transport Canberra
Additional bus services will begin from the start of school term 2 on Monday 28 April 2025.
www.transport.act.gov.au
March 17, 2025 at 9:21 PM
Great to see @Transport_CBR using the new Woden depot to add 94 new weekday services. Nothing groundbreaking, but every little step of progress is welcome. Boosts for:
🏘️ Molonglo
2️⃣ R2 in peak
✈️ late nite R3 to airport
🎒 schools
www.transport.act.go...
🏘️ Molonglo
2️⃣ R2 in peak
✈️ late nite R3 to airport
🎒 schools
www.transport.act.go...
We have a winner in our regional public transport map competition! This excellent map from Kyle Hanley is both easy to read, but also has all the information you need to get across the Capital Region. Congratulations Kyle!
ptcbr.org/2025/03/15...
ptcbr.org/2025/03/15...
PTCBR regional public transport map competition: we have a winner! | Public Transport Association of Canberra
We’re very pleased to announce that we have a winning entry in our competition for a map of regional services to and from Canberra! Kyle Hanley has put together this ... Read more
ptcbr.org
March 14, 2025 at 9:27 PM
We have a winner in our regional public transport map competition! This excellent map from Kyle Hanley is both easy to read, but also has all the information you need to get across the Capital Region. Congratulations Kyle!
ptcbr.org/2025/03/15...
ptcbr.org/2025/03/15...
PTCBR's submission to the MyWay+ Inquiry is now available to read! Click through to read our submission, along with 107 other subs from the community. Thread below for the tl;dr set 🧵⬇️
ptcbr.org/2025/03/14...
ptcbr.org/2025/03/14...
MyWay+ Inquiry: PTCBR's submissions | Public Transport Association of Canberra
The Legislative Assembly’s inquiry into the procurement and delivery of MyWay+ has now published the 108 submissions it received. It’s very pleasing to see so many people make the effort ... Read more
ptcbr.org
March 14, 2025 at 6:02 AM
PTCBR's submission to the MyWay+ Inquiry is now available to read! Click through to read our submission, along with 107 other subs from the community. Thread below for the tl;dr set 🧵⬇️
ptcbr.org/2025/03/14...
ptcbr.org/2025/03/14...
Do you have a great public transport commute in Canberra?
Would you like to feature in an article on the PTCBR website to help us showcase how easy and simple it can be to get around by bus or light rail? PTCBR wants to hear from you! ⬇️
Would you like to feature in an article on the PTCBR website to help us showcase how easy and simple it can be to get around by bus or light rail? PTCBR wants to hear from you! ⬇️
March 12, 2025 at 9:33 PM
Do you have a great public transport commute in Canberra?
Would you like to feature in an article on the PTCBR website to help us showcase how easy and simple it can be to get around by bus or light rail? PTCBR wants to hear from you! ⬇️
Would you like to feature in an article on the PTCBR website to help us showcase how easy and simple it can be to get around by bus or light rail? PTCBR wants to hear from you! ⬇️
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I led the first strategic public transport plan for Australia’s beautiful capital, Canberra, back in 07-09. Honored to still be remembered there. (But he’s using the old 2011 edition! Buy the new one!)
Chris Steel reading from @humantransit.bsky.social's Human Transit in the Assembly today
March 6, 2025 at 3:21 PM
I led the first strategic public transport plan for Australia’s beautiful capital, Canberra, back in 07-09. Honored to still be remembered there. (But he’s using the old 2011 edition! Buy the new one!)