Council wants you to have your say on public transport in Moreton Bay

Published 02 July 2020

Want a bus stop closer to home? Don’t feel safe at your local train station? Want better access to public transport information in real time?

Moreton Bay Regional Council is calling on the community to provide feedback on public transport options.

For the next three weeks anyone who lives, works, or plays in the region can comment on public transport services, infrastructure, and safety to assist with future planning for Moreton Bay.

Mayor Peter Flannery said the consultation webpage is an effective way of gauging what the community both wants and needs into the future.

“We want the community to have their say on what works and what doesn’t when it comes to public transport in our region,” Cr Flannery said.

“While the responsibility for public transport lies with the State Government, Council wants to understand what the community wants so that it can advocate for improved services for region in the future.

“The population in the Moreton Bay Region is growing at a rate of 2.5%, so it is critical that we have an understanding of what the community requires to get in, out and around the region going forward.

“As our region grows, the community will rely more on public transport to get where they need to go, so it is important we have the right services, infrastructure and technology in place to cater for that growth.

“We are seeking comment on everything from service frequency, routes and times to accessibility, security and overcrowding.

“We would even like to hear suggestions based on people’s experience of using public transport systems in other countries.

“Improving our region’s public transport network needs a long-term commitment from Council that includes a focus on providing infrastructure and services that support the needs of the community.

“That’s why Council is giving our community the chance to give their feedback easily over a three week period.”