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#71
Routes and Timetables / Re: Network update from Monday...
Last post by Northside - March 10, 2026, 02:12:52 PMI know I've posted this network map here before, but I wanted to post again to highlight the estimates I've done in the background to determine the rough bus allocations required to run this suggested network. First of all, I think the premise of the current network to funnel as many services onto the Commonwealth Ave bridge is flawed. I think a proper network redesign should prioritise trips away from this area to reduce the demand of services that traverse this choke point. Below is the redesigned network map:
Route map:
And following is my rough estimates for the allocations required to run each network (looking only at the affected routes). I've created two separate tables for route duration and frequency for both peak and interpeak. Trip times are taken from the previous and current timetables and estimated for the suggested network. The buses required for each route are determined by the route duration (including 10 min each end for turnaround time) * the frequency (rounded up to the nearest whole number) to get the buses required each hour. I know the calculation is crude, but applied consistently across the three networks. I hope this can demonstrate that we can do better to provide a decent service and that thinking outside of the box can help us deliver far better outcomes for public transport users and commuters in Canberra.
Peak allocation comparison:
Inter-peak allocation comparison:
Now, we just need a way to get this type of thinking to the powers that be, to advocate for better services when they review the network in light of current trip data.
Route map:
And following is my rough estimates for the allocations required to run each network (looking only at the affected routes). I've created two separate tables for route duration and frequency for both peak and interpeak. Trip times are taken from the previous and current timetables and estimated for the suggested network. The buses required for each route are determined by the route duration (including 10 min each end for turnaround time) * the frequency (rounded up to the nearest whole number) to get the buses required each hour. I know the calculation is crude, but applied consistently across the three networks. I hope this can demonstrate that we can do better to provide a decent service and that thinking outside of the box can help us deliver far better outcomes for public transport users and commuters in Canberra.
Peak allocation comparison:
Inter-peak allocation comparison:
Now, we just need a way to get this type of thinking to the powers that be, to advocate for better services when they review the network in light of current trip data.
#72
Canberra Metro / Re: Five New Trams
Last post by Barry Drive - March 10, 2026, 12:07:15 PMSome upcoming shipping schedules:
• Undine (Wallenius Wilhelmsen) departed Santander 5 March 2026, and will arrive Port Kembla 19 April 2026. ( <-- arrived 17 April)
• Höegh Borealis is due to depart Santander 10 March 2026, and will arrive Port Kembla 25 April 2026.
• Höegh Berlin will depart Santander 10 April 2026, and will arrive Port Kembla 24 May 2026.
This should assist in identifying which ship 016 was on board, if it actually arrives in this timeframe.
⚠️ Topic has been unlocked, however commentary on 016's earlier delivery attempt, beyond what has already been posted, will not be allowed unless there is a reputable source quoted (and named).
• Undine (Wallenius Wilhelmsen) departed Santander 5 March 2026, and will arrive Port Kembla 19 April 2026. ( <-- arrived 17 April)
• Höegh Borealis is due to depart Santander 10 March 2026, and will arrive Port Kembla 25 April 2026.
• Höegh Berlin will depart Santander 10 April 2026, and will arrive Port Kembla 24 May 2026.
This should assist in identifying which ship 016 was on board, if it actually arrives in this timeframe.
⚠️ Topic has been unlocked, however commentary on 016's earlier delivery attempt, beyond what has already been posted, will not be allowed unless there is a reputable source quoted (and named).
#73
The Playground / Re: What PT did you get today?...
Last post by Bus 400 - March 07, 2026, 10:56:17 PMLittle bit of an excursion to Sydney
Bus 6499 (9T2) Leppington to Glenfield
A35 (T3) Glenfield to Warwick Farm
M14 (T5) Liverpool to Westmead
LRV2172 (L4) Westmead to Tramway Avenue
LRV2162 (L4) Tramway Avenue to Dundas
LRV2166 (L4) Dundas to Carlingford
Bus 3120 (550) Carlingford to Epping
D135 (CCN) Epping to Hornsby
T68 (T1) Hornsby to Berowra
T68 (T9) Berowra to Milsons Point
Here I gave up taking notes
Bus x 2 (220-144) Milsons Point to Manly
Narrabeen (F1) Manly to Circular Quay
Bus x 3 (33-360-360) Circular Quay-Bondi Junction-Clovelly-Bondi Junction
Tangara (T4) Bondi Junction to Sydenham
Bus x 2 (33T8-9T2) Sydenham-Glenfield-Leppington
First time on the L4 & a D Set. Nothing special about the L4, similar patronage on the old Carlingford train. Didn't mind the D Sets, I reckon I could sleep on the long distance trips in those seats.
Bus 6499 (9T2) Leppington to Glenfield
A35 (T3) Glenfield to Warwick Farm
M14 (T5) Liverpool to Westmead
LRV2172 (L4) Westmead to Tramway Avenue
LRV2162 (L4) Tramway Avenue to Dundas
LRV2166 (L4) Dundas to Carlingford
Bus 3120 (550) Carlingford to Epping
D135 (CCN) Epping to Hornsby
T68 (T1) Hornsby to Berowra
T68 (T9) Berowra to Milsons Point
Here I gave up taking notes
Bus x 2 (220-144) Milsons Point to Manly
Narrabeen (F1) Manly to Circular Quay
Bus x 3 (33-360-360) Circular Quay-Bondi Junction-Clovelly-Bondi Junction
Tangara (T4) Bondi Junction to Sydenham
Bus x 2 (33T8-9T2) Sydenham-Glenfield-Leppington
First time on the L4 & a D Set. Nothing special about the L4, similar patronage on the old Carlingford train. Didn't mind the D Sets, I reckon I could sleep on the long distance trips in those seats.
#74
The Playground / Re: What PT did you get today?...
Last post by triumph - March 07, 2026, 07:34:59 PM826 (61)
848 (60)
852 (66)
841 (R10)
002 (R1) 1st ride since battery installation upgrade
017 (R1)
018 (R1)
001 (R1) 1st ride since battery installation upgrade
474 (R5) Elapsed time City Interchange tap on to Woden Temporary Interchange tap off, 18min 49sec! Journey around 5pm. Negligible effect from Commonwealth Avenue bridge works peak delays.
Of interest, practical journey time from Gungahlin Place was 55min. Pretty good for public transport.
848 (60)
852 (66)
841 (R10)
002 (R1) 1st ride since battery installation upgrade
017 (R1)
018 (R1)
001 (R1) 1st ride since battery installation upgrade
474 (R5) Elapsed time City Interchange tap on to Woden Temporary Interchange tap off, 18min 49sec! Journey around 5pm. Negligible effect from Commonwealth Avenue bridge works peak delays.
Of interest, practical journey time from Gungahlin Place was 55min. Pretty good for public transport.
#75
The Playground / Re: What PT did you get today?...
Last post by triumph - March 02, 2026, 08:17:43 PM881 (61)
700 (62)
851 (57)
863 (59)
700 (62)
851 (57)
863 (59)
#76
The Playground / Re: What PT did you get today?...
Last post by L94UBbusfan - March 02, 2026, 07:04:54 PMLast Monday (23/2/26)
463 (23)
564 (R5)
484 (R4) - while 488 is my favourite STAG, 484 would have to be a close second, it sounds great.
502 (R8)
Last Wednesday (25/2/26)
595 (25)
416 (23)
889 (30)
Sunday (1/3/26)
729 (23)
692 (R8)
Monday (2/3/26)
497 (31)
510 (R2)
487 (R4)
472 (R4)
861 (R3)
867 (R8)
Today (5/3/26)
628 (30)
608 (R8)
451 (25)
Bold indicates first confirmed ride of bus (unless otherwise stated)
463 (23)
564 (R5)
484 (R4) - while 488 is my favourite STAG, 484 would have to be a close second, it sounds great.
502 (R8)
Last Wednesday (25/2/26)
595 (25)
416 (23)
889 (30)
Sunday (1/3/26)
729 (23)
692 (R8)
Monday (2/3/26)
497 (31)
510 (R2)
487 (R4)
472 (R4)
861 (R3)
867 (R8)
Today (5/3/26)
628 (30)
608 (R8)
451 (25)
Bold indicates first confirmed ride of bus (unless otherwise stated)
#77
Fleet / Re: Bus Discussion (2019-)
Last post by Buzz Killington - February 28, 2026, 08:11:17 PMIt does ring a very vague bell.
#78
Fleet / Re: Bus Discussion (2019-)
Last post by Bus 400 - February 28, 2026, 06:28:29 PMWith the Canberra Show being on last weekend.
Is it just my imagination or did the Dennis Darts ever the shuttle from the carpark entrance to near the pavilions?
I swear I remember seeing one running around. But it was before I carried a camera 📷 everywhere.
Is it just my imagination or did the Dennis Darts ever the shuttle from the carpark entrance to near the pavilions?
I swear I remember seeing one running around. But it was before I carried a camera 📷 everywhere.
#79
The Playground / Re: What PT did you get today?...
Last post by triumph - February 23, 2026, 06:31:37 PM20/2/26
843 (31)
650 (31)
Today
834 (R3)
818 (R2)
843 (31)
650 (31)
Today
834 (R3)
818 (R2)
#80
Routes and Timetables / Re: Network update from Monday...
Last post by Bus 400 - February 21, 2026, 01:03:30 PMIf I remember correctly, the justification is because most people work from home.
I know one Federal Department, you're free to work from home whenever you want. If you're WFH or the office, you can start work anywhere from 6-10am. You just have to work your 8 hours each day.
In 2028/29 we are due for the next big decade network redesign.
I know one Federal Department, you're free to work from home whenever you want. If you're WFH or the office, you can start work anywhere from 6-10am. You just have to work your 8 hours each day.
In 2028/29 we are due for the next big decade network redesign.