Tiarna Condren speaks to the Bus Industry Confederation about how to better protect bus drivers against a recent rise in anti-social behaviour onboard services.
Across Australia, bus drivers and passengers alike are grappling with the troubling trend of anti-social behaviour and assaults on buses.
Once considered relatively safe spaces for commuting and community interaction, buses have increasingly become the scene of verbal abuse, physical threats and even violent attacks.
For many drivers, going to work now means bracing for potential confrontation. It’s a daily reality that weighs heavily, especially for those operating late-night or suburban routes.
