Country Transport Resource Kit
This
Resource Kit has been specifically developed for rural and regional
councils and other community organisations seeking to improve local
transport services.
The Kit simplifies the process of transport development by providing advice and information, examples of existing country transport initiatives, and a large array of contacts throughout the sector and in related fields.
As a general rule, a broad approach to local transport development is to:
- Check and audit what transport services are currently provided
- Investigate and assess what transport needs exist
- Communicate with stakeholders
- Coordinate and drive workable solutions
- Implement and communicate the changes
- Evaluate, measure and review their effectiveness.
There is no single model for delivering the flexible and responsive transport services required to meet the diverse needs of rural communities. Care is needed to apply appropriate measures for each set of local conditions.
The Ministry of Transport employs Local and Community Transport Regional Coordinators in 11 regions of NSW (273 kb PDF). The Coordinators will improve provision of transport for people with transport disadvantages by working in cooperation with all key stakeholders.
Resource Kit Contents
Use the links below to reach whichever section is most relevant to you:
- Guides on Transport Development Activities, which can be used as tools by local organisations to undertake transport planning and development activities.
- Examples of Transport Initiatives, with further information to be added over time.
The Kit also provides many contacts who can provide a useful network for gathering information and for exchanging ideas.
Feedback
The Ministry of Transport welcomes feedback and comments on the information provided in this Resource Kit, and how it is presented.
