"Why invest in light rail when we could just build Bus Rapid Transit instead?" It’s a common question. In the second installment of PTCBR's Light Rail Mythbusters series, we look at the data to see how BRT stacks up against light rail for Canberra. ...

PTCBR has lodged a submission to the provisional heritage registration of Canberra's iconic precast concrete bus shelters. While we’re thrilled to see these 51-year-old local legends getting the recognition they deserve, we need to ensure the final listing is fit for purpose. ...

Canberra’s city centre is currently a jigsaw of orange bollards and detour signs. 🚧 While the disruption is real, it’s also a once-in-a-generation experiment in "traffic evaporation." It’s time to stop treating Civic as a thoroughfare. ...

A great public transport network is only as good as the city built around it. 🚌🏙️ Over the past few months, PTCBR has made five new submissions to the ACT Government and developers to ensure transport and land use planning work together for a better Canberra. ...

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?

"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.

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.

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...

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/...

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...

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...

Good work from our friends at @StreetsCanberra. We need clear and unobstructed paths to get to PT, and everywhere else! region.com.au/should...

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.

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-...

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.

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...

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...

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: 🚊🚊🚊

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 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...

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...

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...

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'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...

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! ⬇️

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!)

Ian Bushnell is tired of the anti-light rail set not facing facts. But the argument endures because the govt has been talking about City-Woden since 2016 with nothing to show for it, and won't make an decision on stage 2B until *after* the 2028 election! the-riotact.com/ligh...

Today is the last day to get in your MyWay+ inquiry submissions! Please share your experiences with using MyWay+, and how you felt the transition went! www.parliament.act.g...

People have been saying the Cross of Trams cover can't be real. It is very, very real. citynews.com.au/2023/digital...

About once a year, CityNews's light rail neurosis boils over into psychosis, and we get amazing cover art like this.

Great to see our competition and campaign for better regional bus maps get some traction! Thanks to @the_riotACT for the great coverage! the-riotact.com/canb...

Great to see everyone getting interested in regional maps right now! PTCBR is holding a competition for the best map of regional services to Canberra. See below for more details! ⬇️

A good time was had by all on the first Fantastic Bus Trips of Canberra for 2025, yesterday. If you'd like to build confidence in using PT join the next bus trip on 7 March: City-Woden- Parkes-City. Limited spots so book early. More info or booking at [email protected]

Alright map lovers, get ready, we're holding a PTCBR REGIONAL MAP COMPETITION! You might have seen @AussieWirraway's excellent map of regional SA coach services. We need one for Canberra! Go to our website for more details. Entries close 10 March. ptcbr.org/2025/02/08...

We're pleased to have joined with other advocacy groups around Australia to work together in calling for more Federal investment in public transport, and better interstate co-ordination, including in cross-border areas such as Wodonga/Albury. ptcbr.org/2025/02/07...

PTCBR is excited to have teamed up with other public transport advocates to make a submission to the federal budget. While PT is traditionally a local issue, read our sub to see where we think the Federal Government can play a greater role. 🧵 ptcbr.org/2025/02/07...

It's the National Multicultural Festival! 🎊🎏💃🏽 ✅ 🚍🚉 To help get you there, all bus and light rail is free this weekend, just make sure you tap on/off ⛔🔁 Road closures mean your bus might leave from a different platform, check it out here. www.transport.act.go...

Hah, I'd missed @joclaygreens.bsky.social and @shanerattenbury.bsky.social also joining very recently?

Looks like @lauranutallgreens.bsky.social is now on here - how many more ACT Assembly members can we get?

Does someone you know want to be more confident in using Canberra's public transport? Come along to the next of our next Fantastic Bus Trips of Canberra, where Vicky will show people the ins and outs of our bus and light rail system. ptcbr.org/event/fant...

When the Greens say "the average household is spending almost $450 a week on transport", it's because those households have 2 cars. The best way to help is to improve PT so they can cut back to one or no cars. Cheaper fares just play at the margins. www.smh.com.au/polit...

The ACT Legislative Assembly is very keen to hear from you in its inquiry into MyWay+. To make it easy, they've put together this webform: www.parliament.act.g...

We're putting together the PTCBR submission to the Legislative Assembly's inquiry into MyWay+. If you've got something you'd like us to include, email us! [email protected] But also get your own subs in too! Submissions close 28 Feb. www.parliament.act.g...

Infrastructure Canberra has this helpful interactive map of the Light Rail 2A construction program. Worth a look if you're heading into the City Centre! caportal.com.au/act/...

Heads up if you're catching a NSW Trainlink or Greyhound coach out of Civic: the West Row stop has relocated to Alinga St West, near the corner of Marcus Clarke St, opposite No Name Lane.

If you believe you've been overcharged for a public transport trip since MyWay+ began, and haven't been refunded, you can contact the Transport Canberra Customer Experience Team on 13 17 10 www.canberratimes.co...

The QR code reader thing is the worst aspect of the new Canberra bus ticket system. It’s slow and it it only works about 10 per cent of the time. Who thought this was a good idea? (Yes, this is now exclusively a Transport Canberra commentary account.)