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TDC News - July 2008 Edition - 127 kb PDF - Added 10 July 2008
The quarterly Transport Data Centre News provides information about TDC's projects, data releases and publications.
Call for Competitive Quotations - Taxi Rank Security 2008 - Added 30 June 2008
The Ministry of Transport is inviting licensed security service providers to submit quotations for providing security guards on two or three nights a week at certain taxi ranks at Coogee, Cronulla, Goulburn, Kiama, Kings Cross (outside Aussie Rules Social Club), Kings Cross Railway Station, and Sutherland. The security guards are expected to provide a safe environment for intending passengers and taxi drivers.
Region 11 Bus Network Review - Added 27 June 2008
As a result of the recommendations that came out of the NSW Government's Review of Bus Services, a major review of bus services is currently being carried out in the Region 11 area of metropolitan Sydney. The local government area that will be affected is part of the Sutherland Shire, east of Miranda.
Eligibility Criteria for Financial Assistance to Install Security Cameras in Taxis - Added 26 June 2008
The NSW Government will contribute up to $2000 per taxi to accredited taxi operators who can meet the eligibility criteria to assist in the purchase and installation of these cameras.
Buses Will Have Priority on CBD Roads During World Youth Day - Added 20 June 2008
Sydney will host World Youth Day 2008 (WYD), the largest youth event in the world, from 15-20 July 2008. The number of visitors to Sydney is expected to eclipse those that attended the Sydney 2000 Olympics, and will create additional demands on Sydney's public transport system.
Maximum Taxi Fares and Charges from 1 July 2008 - Added 19 June 2008
Following the annual review by the Independent Pricing and Regulatory Tribunal (IPART), taxi fares are set to increase from Tuesday, 1 July 2008.
Update to Quarterly Passenger Statistics for NSW Air Routes to and from Sydney Airport - Added 18 June 2008
Update to include figures from the March Quarter of 2008.
Community Transport Service Type Review - Added 18 June 2008
The Ministry of Transport has engaged Urbis Pty Ltd to conduct the Community Transport Service Type Review. The programs subject to the Review process are the HACC Community Transport Program, the NSW government funded Community Transport Program and the transport pick up projects under the Area Assistance Scheme. The Review is limited to organisations providing community transport service under these programs.
Transport Data Centre Information Sheets - Added 12 June 2008
Six new TDC information sheets have been released, including:
- Travel Zone Population Forecasts - 128 kb PDF
- Travel Zone Employment Forecasts - 151 kb PDF
- Strategic Travel Model - 130 kb PDF
- Household Travel Survey - 190 kb PDF
- Glossary of HTS Terms and Concepts - 150 kb PDF
- Commercial Transport Study - 267 kb PDF
Guide for Authorised Taxi-cab Network Providers and Taxi-cab Network Services Standards for the Sydney Metropolitan, Newcastle and Wollongong Transport Districts and the Local Government Areas of Gosford and Wyong, May 2008 - 1.58 Mb PDF - Added 6 June 2008
This document is one of the principal instruments by which the Ministry of Transport will establish and manage its relationship with taxi-cab network providers.
Bus Operator Accreditation Scheme Guideline Update, May 2008 - 45 kb PDF - Added 30 May 2008
Guidelines for conducting BOAS audits on operators with multiple accreditations.
Bus Operator Accreditation Scheme Audit Due Date and Location List - Added 30 May 2008
Key Transport Indicators - Added 28 May 2008
The latest 2006 summary statistics on travel patterns for residents of Sydney are available (in PDF and Excel formats). For regional comparisons between Sydney, Newcastle and Illawarra regions, please check out TDC's latest brochure featuring 2005 figures.
Update to Non-commercial Bus Payment Rates - Added 26 May 2008
Payment rates as at April 2008.
Upcoming Procurement Activity: 131500 Call Centre and Web Site - Added 21 May 2008
The Ministry of Transport has established the Integrated Transport Information Services (ITIS) Procurement Project to undertake the specification, tendering and transitioning activities necessary to ensure the continuity of the 131500 call centre and web site.
Update to NSW Air Licence Assessment Procedure - Added 7 May 2008
This update outlines the assessment process and associated procedures for the allocation of regulated air transport routes licences in NSW by the Ministry of Transport pursuant to the Air Transport Act 1964.
Ministerial Review of the Private Vehicle Conveyance Scheme - Added 30 April 2008
On Tuesday 29 April 2008, the Deputy Premier and Minister for Transport John Watkins released the Interim Report of the Hon Harry Woods Review of the Private Vehicle Conveyance (PVC) Scheme in NSW.
2006 Employment and Commuting (April 2008 Transfigures) - 257 kb PDF - Added 21 April 2008
This publication summarises selected information from the 2006 Census on employment, industry and commuting patterns in the Greater Metropolitan Area of Sydney (GMA). It contains an overview of employment growth across the GMA, analysis of employment distribution, industry structure and mode of travel for each of the major regions of Sydney, the Lower Hunter and Illawarra.
User Guide to the Online Student Misbehaviour Database - 2.2 Mb PDF - Added 16 April 2008
This document is intended for the use of bus operators who are responsible for entering and updating student misbehaviour events in the Student Misbehaviour web application.
TDC News - April 2008 Edition - 158 kb PDF - Added 14 April 2008
The quarterly TDC News provides information about TDC's projects, data releases and publications.
Corporate Plan 2007-2011 - Added 14 April 2008
The Ministry's Corporate Plan for 2007-2011 is intended to capture the major themes for policy development and implementation over the next five years, placing them in the context of overall Government policy.
How to Register to Use Transport Data Centre Data - Added 14 April 2008
The Transport Data Centre (TDC) is implementing a new pricing and data dissemination policy from March 2008. Clients who wish to purchase data from TDC now have the option to pay a fixed registration fee to get complete access to TDC's various datasets.
Country Passenger Transport Infrastructure Grants Scheme 2008/09 Grants - Added 1 April 2008
Applications are now being accepted for Country Passenger Transport Infrastructure Grants Scheme (CPTIGS) grants for 2008/09.
World Youth Day 2008 (WYD08) - Added 25 March 2008
World Youth Day is the largest youth event in the world and will be held in Sydney from Monday 14 July to Sunday 20 July. Organised by the Catholic Church, WYD08 is expected to attract more than 125,000 international visitors.
Sydney Link - Added 18 March 2008
The Government today announced that a Euro-style metro line will be built to travel from the Sydney CBD to Rouse Hill by 2017, to be known as the North West Metro.
Secure Taxi Ranks Easter Operating Times - Added 13 March 2008
Operating times of secure taxi ranks over the Easter period - 20-24 March.
Parking Space Levy Update - Added 13 March 2008
The Parking Space Levy (PSL) was introduced to discourage car use in major commercial centres, encourage use of public transport and to improve air quality. The PSL funds public transport infrastructure projects which make it easier and more convenient for people to access public transport services.
Lane Cove Bus Interchange - Added 11 March 2008
The Lane Cove Bus Interchange opened on Monday 10th March. The new Lane Cove Bus Interchange will enable bus users and residents of the region access to better transport alternatives and bus to bus connections.
Accessing public transport has been made easier by closely linking the buses with an overhead pedestrian bridge with lift access over Longueville Rd, making it safer and easier for customers to make their connections.
Your guide to bus services at Lane Cove Bus Interchange - 341 kb PDF
Summary Transport Statistics by Statistical Local Area (SLA) - Added 28 February 2008
Travel statistics by Statistical Local Area (SLA) in the Sydney Greater Metropolitan Area are provided for use by local governments. Available information includes (a) number of trips by purpose and mode, (b) total distance travelled, (c) vehicle kilometres travelled (VKT) (d) travel per capita and (e) average number of vehicles in the household.
2007/08 Country Passenger Transport Infrastructure Grants Scheme Projects - Added 12 February 2008
List of projects given grants in 2007/08 under the Country Passenger Transport Infrastructure Grants Scheme.
TDC News - January 2008 Edition - 169 kb PDF - Added 24 January 2008
Taxi Industry Safety and Security Taskforce Final Report - December 2007 - Added 11 January 2008
Registration Form for Student Misbehaviour and Bus Incident Databases - 84 kb PDF - Added 20 December 2007
IPART Reports Regarding 2008 Fares - Added 17 December 2007
- Review of Fares for Metropolitan and Outer-metropolitan Bus Services from 2 January 2008 - 728 kb PDF
- Review of Fares for Newcastle Services from 2 January 2008 - 412 kb PDF
- Review of Fares for Rural and Regional Buses and Private Ferries from 2 January 2008 - 1.26 Mb PDF
List of Certified Bus Operator Accreditation Scheme (BOAS) Auditors - Added 12 December 2007
Update to Quarterly Passenger Statistics for NSW Air Routes to and from Sydney Airport - Added 10 December 2007
Ministry of Transport Annual Report 2007 - 4.52 Mb PDF - Added 6 December 2007
Bus Operator Accreditation Auditing Brochure - 614 kb PDF - Added 3 December 2007
Incentive Payments for Wheelchair Accessible Taxis - Information for Drivers - Added 30 November 2007
The NSW Government is to undertake a six month trial of an incentive payment to wheelchair taxi drivers when they carry passengers in wheelchairs.
From 1 December 2007, drivers of Wheelchair Accessible Taxis (WATs) will be able to claim $7.70 plus GST for each wheelchair passenger carried. The trial will be funded by the Taxi Advisory Committee at no cost to passengers.
This payment is only for the driver of the WAT and is designed to improve reliability and response times for passengers, and to support WAT drivers in achieving these improvements. Further information on how the trial will operate.
The NSW Government is committed to improving wheelchair accessible taxi services and supporting WAT drivers in achieving these improvements.
Further information regarding the trial can be obtained by contacting the special Toll Free Telephone Number 1800 200 592.
Incentive Payments for Wheelchair Accessible Taxis - Information for Participants - Added 30 November 2007
The NSW Government is soon to trial an incentive payment for wheelchair taxi drivers.
From 1 December 2007, drivers of Wheelchair Accessible Taxis will be able to claim $8.47 for each wheelchair passenger they carry. The trial is intended to improve reliability and response times for wheelchair passengers.
This will NOT cost you any money as the incentive is not part of the TTSS fare.
Drivers are not permitted to ask you for extra money to cover the incentive payment.
A special Toll Free Telephone Number 1800 200 592 has been set up to answer any questions you may have in regard to the trial.
Application for the Authorisation of an Authorised Officer/s for the Purpose of Drug and Alcohol Testing - Added 19 November 2007
Secure Taxi Ranks in New South Wales - Added 22 October 2007
Across NSW there are taxi ranks which have security guards present on Friday and Saturday nights. The guards are there to provide a safe environment for intending passengers and taxi drivers.
Transport Data Centre News - October 2007 Edition - 163 kb PDF - Added 18 October 2007
Secure Taxi Rank Users Survey - 397 kb PDF - Added 16 October 2007
A Clearer Run for Buses in the CBD - Added 12 October 2007
The NSW Government is improving peak hour bus travel in the Sydney CBD as part of the Premier's Urban Transport Statement which was released in November 2006.
From Monday 15 October 2007, existing bus lanes on Clarence, York, George and Elizabeth Streets will operate during peak hours from 6am to 10am and 3pm to 8pm.
These changes will make bus travel in the CBD faster and less congested.
Map showing affected bus lanes - 326 kb PDF.
More information on other proposed improvements to public transport can be found on the NSW Government website at www.nsw.gov.au/urban_transport.asp and www.131500.info or by calling the Transport Infoline on 131500.
The NSW Government is committed to providing fast, frequent and direct public transport into and through the Sydney CBD.
Passenger Vehicle Drivers' Responsibilities - Added 10 October 2007
Authorised passenger vehicle drivers must comply with all relevant requirements of the Passenger Transport Regulation 2007.
Drug and Alcohol Testing for Bus Safety Employees - Test Notification Form - Added 8 October 2007
Use this form to notify the Ministry of Transport of bus safety employees who test positive to a confirmatory test for drugs or alcohol or who refuse or fail to submit to drug and alcohol testing when lawfully required. Operators are required by law to notify these matters to the Ministry.
Active Transport Planner's Toolkit - Added 27 September 2007
Rural and Regional Bus Reform Newsletter Issue 3 - September 2007 - 43 kb PDF - Added 18 September 2007
Update from Jim Glasson, Director General, Ministry of Transport.
Rural and Regional Bus Reform: Interim Arrangements - Category Shift Payment - 35 kb PDF - Added 18 September 2007
In accordance with the recommendations of the Rural and Regional Bus Reform Consultative Taskforce, the Minister for Transport has agreed, as an interim measure prior to the implementation of bus reform in rural and regional areas, for reductions of contract payments arising from "category shift" due to changing student numbers to be phased in over 2 years in certain circumstances.
A Clearer Run for Buses on Epping Road - 271 kb PDF - Added 14 September 2007
Work is now underway on Epping Road to install a 24 hour bus lane between Mowbray Road and Parklands Avenue, in both directions.
Sydney Metropolitan Bus Contract Region Profiles - Added 12 September 2007
The Ministry of Transport uses the best available information to plan bus services across contract areas. To assist in the planning process, a contract region profile has been prepared for each of the 15 Sydney metropolitan contract regions.
Passenger Transport Regulation 2007 - Added 5 September 2007
The new Passenger Transport Regulation 2007 was introduced on Saturday, 1 September 2007.
Transport Data Centre Moves in with the Ministry of Transport - Added 3 September 2007
From the 3 September 2007, the Transport Data Centre (TDC) will move in with the Ministry of Transport in the city. The TDC's new location and contact details are as follows:
Transport Data Centre
Ministry of Transport
GPO Box 1620, Sydney NSW 2001
Level 19, 227 Elizabeth Street, Sydney 2000
Phone: (02) 9268 2211
Email: tdcinfo@transport.nsw.gov.au
Ministry of Transport Pictogram Standards 2007, Issue 3, August 2007 - Added 31 August 2007
Update to Maximum Taxi Fares and Tolls - Added 27 August 2007
Additional Bus Operator Accreditation System (BOAS) Seminars - Added 24 August 2007
The Ministry of Transport has scheduled two additional Bus Operator Accreditation Seminars. The first will be held at the Bathurst RSL Club, 114 Rankin Street Bathurst, on Monday 10 September 2007 from 10:00 am to 1:00 pm. The second will be at the BCA premises, 27 Villiers St North Parramatta, on Tuesday 11 September 2007 from 10:00 am to 1:00 pm.
Please fill in the Seminar Acceptance Form (33 kb PDF) and advise which of the two venues you will be attending, along with the names and contact details of the people coming. The details should be faxed or mailed to the Ministry before close of business on Wednesday 5 September 2007.
Update to Quarterly Passenger Statistics for NSW Air Routes to and from Sydney Airport - Added 20 August 2007
Code of Conduct for BOAS Auditors - 294 kb PDF - Added 16 August 2007
Call for Public Submissions on Proposed Railway Station Near UWS Campus in Werrington - Added 13 August 2007
On 10 August 2007 Deputy Premier and Minister for Transport John Watkins announced a review of the proposed railway station between Kingswood and Werrington Stations on the Western Line. The station has been locally known as the proposed UWS Station.
2005 Household Travel Survey Summary Report - 2007 Release - 1.86 Mb PDF - Added 13 August 2007
IPART Report - Maximum Fares for Taxis in NSW for 2007/08 - Recommendations to the Minister - July 2007 - 480 kb PDF - Added 10 August 2007
Taxi Industry Safety and Security Taskforce - Interim Report - July 2007 - 100 kb PDF - Added 20 July 2007
SSTS Registration Form for the Student Transport Website (Schools and Operators) - 78 kb PDF - Added 13 July 2007
Taxi Network Contact Details - Added 10 July 2007
Transport Data Centre News - July 2007 Edition - 209 kb PDF - Added 9 July 2007
Petroleum Contestability: Fuel by Rail Scheme 2007/08 Information Package - Added 29 June 2007
NSW Air Licence Assessment Procedure - Added 22 June 2007
Statement of Business Ethics - Added 22 June 2007
Dealings between the Ministry of Transport and the private sector must be undertaken with the highest ethical standards so as to enhance public confidence in doing business with the NSW Government. These ethical standards are an integral part of sound commercial practices.
Review by the Infrastructure Implementation Group of the Freight Infrastructure Advisory Board Report and Recommendations - 152 kb PDF - Added 31 May 2007
Expression of Interest (EOI) in NSW Air Transport Regulated Route Licences - Added 25 May 2007
Transport Data Centre Moves to the Ministry of Transport - Added 23 May 2007
New North-West T-way Interactive Map Now Online - Added 18 May 2007
Customers now have the ability to search bus routes per suburb in the North-West T-way bus network. Please click here to go to the new interactive map. Customers are reminded to go to the Transport Infoline Trip Planner for information about bus routes outside the North-West T-way network.
Country Passenger Transport Infrastructure Grants Scheme (CPTIGS) 2007/08 Grants - Added 17 May 2007
Lane Cove Tunnel Bus Service Guide - Added 2 April 2007
- Map of Bus Services - 240 kb PDF
- Dural Brochure - 511 kb PDF
- Hills Brochure - 488 kb PDF
Ministry of Transport Customer Service Commitment - Added 26 March 2007
Buses will use the Lane Cove Tunnel from Monday 16 April 2007 - Added 23 March 2007
From Monday 16 April, 2007 Hillsbus buses marked with an X will use the Lane Cove Tunnel during the peak hours only.
Hillsbus buses travelling to the City via the tunnel will not stop at Lane Cove. However, some buses will continue to travel on the surface roads to provide passengers travelling to Lane Cove and towards Chatswood, North Sydney and Milsons Point with an option to interchange buses at Lane Cove.
Further information including bus timetables, bus stopping patterns and bus route maps will available from 2 April, 2007.
Please contact Hillsbus on 9890 0000 for further information.
Guide to Bus Services at Parramatta Transport Interchange - 871 kb PDF - Added 5 March 2007
Cross Border Transport Taskforce - Discussion Paper - 562 kb PDF - Added 27 February 2007
Bus Operator Newsletter February 2007 - 56 kb PDF - Added 26 February 2007
North-West T-way - Added 21 February 2007
The North-West T-way will open with a community fun day on 10 March 2007. The new bus network will start on 11 March 2007. T-way timetables are available here (2.62 Mb PDF) or on the Hillsbus (www.hillsbus.com.au) website. For more information, including a brochure on how to use the North-West T-way, please visit the T-way website at www.tway.nsw.gov.au.
Your guide to fares on the North-West T-way - 156 kb PDF.
