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End of an era

On 1 July 2020, an era came to a close when Bus 116 – the last remaining ACTION Renault PR100.3 – was retired from service.

By ACT Bus, 7 months2 weeks ago
Photo of the Month

Photo of the Month – July 2020

Bus 115 operates a Route 18 along Hoskins St, Mitchell (June 2020). Photo by ‘King of Buses’.

By ACT Bus, 7 months2 weeks ago
Media Releases

Network update to add more direct routes and 692 extra bus services each weekday

On Saturday 18 July the ACT Government will introduce a significant public transport network update that addresses community feedback, making it easier for Canberrans to avoid the peaks and spread their travel across the day.
(16 June 2020)

By ACT Bus, 7 months2 weeks ago
Photo of the Month

Photo of the Month – June 2020

Bus 718 departing Tuggeranong Depot (2013). Photo by ‘King of Buses’.

By ACT Bus, 8 months2 weeks ago
Featured Bus

Featured Bus – June/July 2020

From 1926 until 1982 a total of 323 AEC buses were operated by the Canberra Bus Service / ACTION.

By ACT Bus, 8 months2 weeks ago
Photo of the Month

Photo of the Month – April 2020

Bus 547 laying over at Gungahlin Place. Photo by Zac Mathes.

By ACT Bus, 10 months ago
Media Releases

Delay to implementation of Network 19 update and changes to transport in response to COVID-19

The bus network changes planned for 28 April will be delayed, and changes to bus protocols will commence in response to Covid-19.
(24 March 2020)

By ACT Bus, 10 months2 weeks ago
Photo of the Month

Photo of the Month – March 2020

Bus 518 on John Gorton Drive. Photo by ‘King of Buses’.

By ACT Bus, 11 months ago
Media Releases

New bus service to be trialled for Strathnairn

A free loop service between Strathnairn and Kippax Centre will commence on Monday 2 March.
(27 February 2020)

By ACT Bus, 11 months2 weeks ago
Media Releases

Update to bus network to encourage more Canberrans onto public transport

Adjustments to the bus network are expected to commence on 28 April 2020. The changes include “direct local services” and additional services on Saturdays.
(5 February 2020)

By ACT Bus, 12 months2 weeks ago

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