Getting Hobart Bus Transit Centre moving
21 May 2019
As Minister for Infrastructure I
congratulate
WSP Australia for being appointed to examine the
feasibility of a dedicated Bus Transit Centre in the CBD.
Part of the Hobart City Deal, the Bus Transit Centre will deliver a
modern transit hub that will cater to predicted growth in demand and
emerging technologies over the next 30 years.
The
Hobart Bus Transit Centre study will identify suitable options, a
specific location and indicative costs of delivering the project.
The study will assess technical feasibility of an at-ground versus
partial or wholly underground bus transit centre at lower Elizabeth
Street and Franklin Square.
A broad range of factors will be considered, including passenger and
driver amenities, service information and ticketing facilities, toilets
and waiting areas with appropriate seating.
WSP Australia brings extensive experience in functional design of bus
transit centres, including
Perth’s Busport and the award-winning
Christchurch Bus Interchange in
New Zealand.
The final report is expected to be delivered by the end of July this
year.
The Hobart Transit Centre is an important part of the Hodgman Liberal
Government’s election commitments to help better manage congestion
through our Greater Hobart Traffic Solution policy.
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