The Winter Alps Bus Link service between Omeo and Bright along the Great Alpine Road has been officially opened.
Roads and Ports Minister Tim Pallas outlined the importance of the new service to provide safe, reliable and affordable public transport and inter-regional connections for local residents, seasonal workers and visitors during the alpine region’s busiest time of year.
“Already in the first few weeks of the Winter Alps Bus Link trial, word has got out to the local communities and dozens of people each week have taken the opportunity to try the service and more easily access some local towns and facilities via public transport,” Mr Pallas said.
“Local bus drivers have reported a great mix of passengers, from local teenagers and older people unable to drive the difficult mountainous roads themselves, to temporary mountain workers accessing local facilities and shops off the mountain, to regional visitors enjoying a worry- free winter drive through spectacular scenery.
The bus will travel twice a day each Sunday, Wednesday and Friday until October 4.
For more information about the bus service times and bookings contact 1300 722 191.
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