The Queensland Government has announced a new On Demand Transport (ODT) service for Bribie Island residents will begin operations on 30 November.
The three-year trial will provide a flexible, shared and pre-booked transport service connecting residents to key destinations across Bribie Island, including shops, healthcare facilities, community services and connections to the broader Translink network.
The service will operate seven days a week, with weekday services running from 4:30am to 10pm, Saturday services from 7am to 10pm, and Sunday and public holiday services from 7am to 7pm.
Customers will be able to book trips through the Translink On Demand app, online or by phone, with bookings opening when the service launches.
Importantly, every journey will cost just 50 cents, making it easier and more affordable for residents to access employment, healthcare, shopping, recreation and public transport connections.
Minister for Transport and Main Roads, Brent Mickelberg said the new service would give Bribie Island residents more choice in how they travel.
“Ariana Doolan has fought hard to improve transport options for Bribie Island residents and, thanks to her advocacy, that’s exactly what we’re delivering,” Minister Mickelberg said.
“The former State Labor Government took Bribie Island for granted and failed to deliver the transport services and infrastructure needed for a growing population.
“From the new four-lane bridge to the new On Demand Service, Ariana Doolan has been delivering for her community.
“Combined with the LNP’s Permanent 50 Cent Fares, this service delivers an affordable and convenient transport option that will help keep locals stay connected and then get home safer and sooner.”
Member for Pumicestone Ariana Doolan said the service would be a major win for the local community.
“This is fantastic news for Bribie Island residents and a transport initiative our community has been calling for,” Ms Doolan said.
“Too many locals on Bribie have been forced to rely on family and friends to get around the island, which us exactly why we’ve been calling out for this service.
“Before the election, I promised the community I would deliver an On Demand Transport Service for Bribie Island, and now we are getting on with what we said we would do.
“The service will make it easier for people to access local shops, healthcare, community facilities and public transport connections, particularly for those who don’t always have easy access to a car – and best of all, it’ll be just 50 Cents thanks to our Permanent 50 Cent Fares.”
Further information on the Bribie Island On Demand Transport Service is available on the TransLink website: https://translink.com.au/travel-with-us/on-demand.
