Have your say on the expansion of public transport in Gympie

The city’s growth areas are finally getting more public transport, with a key focus of a review of bus services in Gympie to improve network coverage on the Southside and Gympie North, and increase service levels in Gympie Central.

TMR is proposing changes for the existing Gympie bus network (including routes 760, 761, 762, 763, 764, 765, 766, 767 and 769) and the introduction of some new services for growth areas.

The Department of Transport and Main Roads is reviewing Translink bus services in Gympie and wants to know how local residents feel about proposed route and timetable improvements.

Whether you catch the bus regularly, occasionally, or not at all, TMR wants to hear from you.

A statement on the TMR website proposes changes for the existing Gympie bus network (including routes 760, 761, 762, 763, 764, 765, 766, 767 and 769) and the introduction of some new services.

Each route has specific changes but overall, the aim is to deliver improved service frequency, Saturday services and extended hours greater network coverage (new and adjusted routes), more options to reach key destinations, better timetables and more reliable journeys, and less service duplication.

Map of proposed changes: TMR is proposing changes for the existing Gympie bus network (including routes 760, 761, 762, 763, 764, 765, 766, 767 and 769) and the introduction of some new services for growth areas.

A key focus will be to improve network coverage in the growth areas of Southside and Gympie North and increase service levels in Gympie Central.

TMR will continue to review demand in Rainbow Beach, Tin Can Bay, and Cooloola and investigate service improvements for those regions as part of future network reviews.

“We’re asking you to have your say on proposed changes to Gympie bus routes 760, 761, 762, 763, 764, 765, 766, 767 and 769.

“Introducing new routes in Southside and Gympie North to provide these areas with access to public transport.

“Extending routes 761 (Town Centre to Cooinda) and 764 (Town Centre to Ashford Hill) to Gympie Central.

“Improving coverage and access for Gympie East by extending route 762 (Town Centre to Stewart Terrace).

“Extending route 760 (Town Centre to Rainbow Beach and Tin Can Bay) to Gympie Hospital.

“Extending route 763 (Town Centre to Rifle Range Road) to Gympie Civic Centre and Gympie Aquatic Recreation Centre.

“Increasing service frequency between Southside and Gympie Central, with options for Saturday services to Gympie Aquatic Recreation Centre.

“Updating timetables for routes 765, 766 and 769 to better reflect actual travel times and make your journey more reliable.

“Changing route 767 (Town Centre to Southside) to improve network coverage and access to public transport.

“We’re also seeking your feedback on the bus network generally and are keen to know what is currently working for you and areas for improvement.

“To have your say, please complete the online survey yoursay-projects.tmr.qld.gov.au/gympie-busconsultation.

Submissions close March 2, 2025.

Originally published as Have your say on the expansion of public transport in Gympie