Category: Geelong
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Short-term thinking – Geelong Advertiser
Funding further duplication of the Barwon Heads Road is a sad example of short-term thinking regarding transport planning in Greater Geelong. Politicians are keen to finance road expansion, rather than investing in an effective solution to our growing congestion problem; public transport. Additional road space provides only temporary relief before it fills up again, increasing…
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Calls for Immediate Action on Station Parkiteer Cages
The Public Transport Users Association (PTUA) and Bike Geelong are calling on the state government to address ongoing issues with Parkiteer bike cages at upgraded train stations in Victoria. Parkiteer bike cages provide secure bike storage and are an essential service for cyclists commuting via public transport. However, the cage at Marshall station remains closed,…
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Geelong NYE services welcomed but promotion needed
The Public Transport Users Association Geelong Branch welcomes the additional bus services that were provided for New Year’s Eve 2024–25. These services, which included three extra trips on Route 30, four on Route 31, and three each on Routes 42, 53, 55, and 60, represent a positive step toward making public transport a viable option…
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Geelong Candidates Survey Highlights Public Transport Priorities
The Public Transport Users Association (PTUA) Geelong Branch has released survey results from candidates standing for election in the City of Greater Geelong Council, aiming to gauge their perspectives on transport issues and provide insights for voters. With rapid growth in Lara and Armstrong Creek, along with a new employment precinct at Avalon Airport, Geelong…
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PTUA calls for Action Following Tragic Fatality at North Shore Level Crossing
Last month, a tragic collision occurred between a train and a truck at the North Shore Road level crossing in Geelong, resulting in the loss of a life. The Public Transport Users Association (PTUA) extends its condolences to the family and friends of the victim. The PTUA urgently calls for the removal of this dangerous…
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Public transport users welcome Geelong rail duplication agreement
The Public Transport Users Association (PTUA) has welcomed the commitment by the federal government to fully fund its share of the planned duplication of the rail line from South Geelong to Waurn Ponds. PTUA Geelong Branch convener, Paul Westcott, said that the project had been on the agenda ever since the opening of Marshall station…
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IA assessments questionable
The Geelong Branch of the Public Transport Users Association has queried the logic of Infrastructure Australia’s negative response to the business case for the duplication of the South Geelong-Waurn Ponds rail line. Branch convener Paul Westcott noted that Infrastructure Australia seems to be saying that the project would stack up if some changes were made.…
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PTUA welcomes study into high speed rail for Geelong
The Public Transport Users Association (PTUA) has welcomed the state government’s announcement of a study into faster rail services for Geelong. A $50 million study will investigate the possibility of trains running at between 250 and 300km/h between Melbourne and Geelong. PTUA Geelong Branch Convener and Regional Spokesperson, Paul Westcott, said faster trains would provide…
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New Geelong rail services create need for better bus services
Public transport users welcomed the announcement by the Labor Party that it would introduce 20-minute off-peak rail services to Melbourne if elected in November.
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Another Myki mess – Government scraps our most popular ticket
The Public Transport Users Association (PTUA) revealed today the Victorian Government will scrap the use of short-term tickets on Geelong buses in the middle of next month. PTUA Geelong Branch Convenor Paul Westcott said that move was the worst decision since the introduction of Myki itself, and would cause huge problems for bus users in…
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Rail users call on MPs to save North Melbourne stop
Volunteers will hand out fliers at Geelong railway stations this week, asking passengers to contact state and federal MPs to help save stops at North Melbourne station. When the Regional Rail Link opens, Geelong line trains will run past North Melbourne station without a stop, despite it being the best station for changes to the…
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Minister’s spin doesn’t wash
The Public Transport Users Association has described as “pure spin” Public Transport Minister Terry Mulder’s excuse for regional trains not stopping at North Melbourne station under the Regional Rail Link (RRL) “The minister is trying to dress up a downgrade as an improvement,” PTUA regional spokesperson Paul Westcott said. Mr Mulder has said that continuing…