Public bus service linking western communities with Narrabri to continue

The trial of a public bus service that links western NSW with Narrabri has been given the green light to continue operating and expand.

The community of Collarenebri was able to access a weekly service to Narrabri, to enable access to essential services as well as provide improved access to transport hubs.

While the NSW government will continue with the service, it has announced Burren Junction and Wee Waa will have stops on the Collarenebri to Narrabri service.

Minister for Regional Transport and Roads Sam Farraway said the announcement was a major win for Far West commuters who will have improved connections to transport hubs and town centres.

“We have been trialling the On Demand pilots over the past three years with more than 1.1 million trips taken by customers to date,” Mr Farraway said.

“On Demand means people can access public transport close to home to get them to appointments in a more flexible and convenient way, which is important living in regional areas.

“The NSW government is securing a brighter future for NSW families by strengthening public transport services ensuring they’re better and closer to home.”

Mr Farraway said the pilot program has been immensely popular.

“Since the trial began in 2019, 1600 trips have been taken,” he said.