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# Bus Industry Confederation

Home of the Bus Industry Confederation and the Australian Public Transport Industrial Association.

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- [Nominations for APTIA Council are now open 10 August 2026](https://bic.asn.au/nominations-for-aptia-council-are-now-open-10-august-2026/) - Nominations for APTIA Council are now open Dear Members, In accordance with the Australian Public Transport Industrial Association’s Rules, nominations for Council positions are now open. Nominations strictly close at 12.00pm midday AEST 1 September 2026. We are now calling for nominations by Members for the following positions: Council Member from New South Wales (2)
- [Modern Awards and wage theft compliance - what bus and coach operators need to know](https://bic.asn.au/modern-awards-and-wage-theft-compliance-what-bus-and-coach-operators-need-to-know/) - Modern Awards and wage theft compliance – what bus and coach operators need to know 30 June 2026, 12.00pm-1.00pm Hosted by Kirsten Jongsma, BIC’s National Industrial Relations Manager The Bus Industry Confederation’s industrial arm APTIA hosted a practical webinar focused on modern award compliance in the bus and coach industry. This session helped operators understand
- [Seatbelts are priceless - BIC calls for national reform](https://bic.asn.au/seatbelts-are-priceless-bic-calls-for-national-reform/) - Media Release Last week the Office of Transport Safety Investigations released their report into the 2023 bus crash at Greta in the NSW Hunter Valley in which ten people sadly lost their lives. The Bus Industry Confederation (BIC) is reinforcing their national policy, Seatbelts are priceless, calling for every passenger to be given the same level
- [Transmission | July 2026](https://bic.asn.au/transmission-july-2026/)
- [Transmission | June 2026](https://bic.asn.au/transmission-jun-2026/)
- [Transmission | May 2026](https://bic.asn.au/transmission-may-2026/)
- [Technical Meeting | May 2026](https://bic.asn.au/technical-meeting-may-2026/) - Presented by: Dean Moule | National Technical Manager Technical Meeting for May 2026 Quarterly BIC Technical Meeting — 26 May 2026, 11am (Canberra time) Our next Technical Meeting will cover the key regulatory and advocacy areas BIC has been actively working on, with important updates across several areas directly impacting your operations. The session will
- [Federal Budget summary - 13 May 2026](https://bic.asn.au/federal-budget-summary-13-may-2026/) - Federal Budget summary Following last night’s Federal Budget, we wanted to share a short update with members on the key measures affecting the bus and coach industry. This includes both the items signaled ahead of the Federal Budget, new announcements and what was noticeably missing. A word from our CEO Varenya Mohan-Ram "Whilst there are things
- [Transmission | April 2026](https://bic.asn.au/transmission-april-2026/)
- [Surging public transport demand puts buses front and centre](https://bic.asn.au/surging-public-transport-demand-puts-buses-front-and-centre/) - Media Release The Bus Industry Confederation (BIC) is calling on the government to maintain existing diesel fuel standards and avoid changes to sulphur content. BIC is also advocating for practical steps to manage fuel demand and warning of potential pressure on public transport as schools return next week. Australia’s bus and coach industry relies almost
- [Transmission | March 2026](https://bic.asn.au/transmission-march-2026/)
- [Transmission | February 2026](https://bic.asn.au/transmission-february-2026/)
- [Transmission | January 2026](https://bic.asn.au/transmission-january-2026/)
- [Transmission | December 2025 🎁🎉](https://bic.asn.au/transmission-december-2025-🎁🎉/)
- [Transmission | Oct-Nov 2025](https://bic.asn.au/transmission-oct-nov-2025/)
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- [Transmission | July 2025](https://bic.asn.au/transmission-july-2025/)
- [Transmission | May-June 2025](https://bic.asn.au/transmission-may-june-2025/)
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- [Transmission | March 2025](https://bic.asn.au/transmission-march-2025/)
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- [Transmission | January 2025](https://bic.asn.au/transmission-january-2025/)
- [Transmission | December 2024](https://bic.asn.au/transmission-december-2024/)
- [Bus Industry welcomes Government’s fuel excise and Road User Charge relief](https://bic.asn.au/bus-industry-welcomes-governments-fuel-excise-and-road-user-charge-relief/) - Media Release - Fuel prioritisation needed now to maintain Australia’s bus timetablesThe Bus Industry Confederation (BIC) today welcomes the Federal Government’s recent announcement to reduce the fuel excise and road user charge, recognising it as a timely and practical measure that will provide much needed relief across the transport sector. BIC Executive Director, Varenya Mohan-Ram,
- [Fuel insecurity threatens essential services](https://bic.asn.au/fuel-insecurity-threatens-essential-services/) - Media Release With record numbers of Australians now relying on buses, prioritising public transport has never been more urgent Ongoing global fuel supply pressures will continue to affect Australians, and with fuel costs climbing, more people are relying on public transport to travel each day. Australia’s bus fleet consumes 6.13 million litres of fuel every
- [Fuel certainty required for essential public services](https://bic.asn.au/fuel-certainty-required-for-essential-public-services/) - MEDIA RELEASE Fuel shortages threaten essential services: Industry calls for urgent government action The Bus Industry Confederation (BIC), Road Freight NSW (RFNSW) and the Waste Contractors & Recyclers Association of NSW (WCRA) are jointly calling on the Australian Government to urgently prioritise fuel access for essential service operators as ongoing supply constraints continue to place
- [Fuel certainty required for bus networks](https://bic.asn.au/fuel-certainty-required-for-bus-networks/) - Media Release The Bus Industry Confederation (BIC) has reaffirmed the critical importance of fuel security for Australia’s public transport sector following clarification from the Minister for Climate Change and Energy, Chris Bowen, that recent fuel standard changes apply only to petrol, not diesel. BIC Executive Director Varenya Mohan‑Ram said the clarification is welcome, but broader
- [Exposure draft: Disability standards for accessible public transport amendments 2025](https://bic.asn.au/exposure-draft-disability-standards-for-accessible-public-transport-amendments-2025/) - The Australian Government is reforming the Disability Standards for Accessible Public Transport 2002 to ensure that public transport is more inclusive, practical, and aligned with modern operations and technology. The Department of Infrastructure, Transport, Regional Development, Communications, Sport, and the Arts (DITRDC) released an exposure draft of the Disability Standards for Accessible Public Transport Amendments
- [Transmission | Oct-Nov 2025 | Technical](https://bic.asn.au/transmission-oct-nov-2025-technical/) - Regulatory snapshot: VTA and CTA Performance Trends – Q3 2025 The Department of Infrastructure’s Regulatory Report – Issue 5 (covering July to September 2025) provided valuable insights into the performance of Vehicle Type Approval (VTA) and Component Type Approval (CTA) processes—key areas for bus manufacturers, importers, and modifiers. Performance trendBoth VTA and CTA applications are
- [From strength to strength](https://bic.asn.au/from-strength-to-strength/) - Business-as-usual could not have been further from the truth at the Bus Industry Confederation over the last three months. Most membership organisations are rounding things off for the year and wholeheartedly patting themselves on the back. The BIC, on the other hand, had other ideas and sometimes we, at the Secretariat, wonder whether it has
- [National winners announced at glittering industry event](https://bic.asn.au/national-winners-announced-at-glittering-industry-event/) - Each year, the Bus Industry Confederation recognises and rewards excellence within Australian bus and coach at its national conference. This year, winners from across the nation were selected to receive five industry awards in Perth. It is our privilege to present the following national winners from the 2025 National Industry Awards… June TrethewayTransport for BrisbaneNational
- [National Future Transport Summit 2025](https://bic.asn.au/national-future-transport-summit-2025/) - BIC National Policy and Operations Manger Glen Bortolin had the pleasure of attending and participating at last week’s inaugural National Future Transport Summit 2025. The Summit brought together government, industry, and community to discuss and shape a shared future for connected and automated transport. The BIC had the opportunity to speak on the panel, “Expecting
- [Transmission | Aug-Sep 2025 | Technical](https://bic.asn.au/transmission-aug-sep-2025-technical/) - RVSA opt-in approvals nearing expiry If your business opted into the Road Vehicle Standards Act (RVSA) approval process during the transition period in 2021, your five-year vehicle type approval may be approaching its expiry, likely by the end of 2026. To ensure continued compliance and uninterrupted operations, suppliers should: Review your current approval in the
- [New ADAS service to help drivers use vehicle technology safely](https://bic.asn.au/new-adas-service-to-help-drivers-use-vehicle-technology-safely/) - Austroads has launched a new ADAS Guidance Service to help drivers, assessors, licensing authorities, and the broader community better understand and safely use Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS). At the heart of the service is the ADAS Assist website and app – a central, easy-to-access hub offering clear, practical information about common ADAS features such
- [Driving Toward Net Zero: Policy momentum must be Matched by infrastructure readiness](https://bic.asn.au/driving-toward-net-zero-policy-momentum-must-be-matched-by-infrastructure-readiness/) - Over the past five years, Australia has witnessed a steady increase in the adoption of Zero Emission Buses (ZEBs), a trend fuelled by both industry-led sustainability initiatives and government direction under the various state Net Zero and federal Net Zero policies. Industry-Led Sustainability ShiftsThe transportation sector has been a focal point for decarbonisation efforts, given
- [Safety screen initiative set to prevent future bus driver attacks](https://bic.asn.au/safety-screen-initiative-set-to-prevent-future-bus-driver-attacks/) - Brisbane, 9 September 2025 – A new initiative to simplify the design and installation of safety screens on buses and coaches has been unveiled which will ultimately provide a safer workplace for bus drivers, following collaborative efforts between regulators and industry. The move is timely, with several recent violent incidents directed at bus drivers in
- [BIC launches new safety screen initiative to prevent bus driver attacks](https://bic.asn.au/bic-launches-new-safety-screen-initiative-to-prevent-bus-driver-attacks/) - BIC has unveiled a new initiative to design and install safety screens on Queensland buses that is set to lower bus driver safety incidents. The Bus Industry Confederation (BIC) has launched a new initiative in Queensland yesterday to simplify the design and installation of safety screens on buses and coaches in a bid to improve
- [Antisocial behaviour just ‘part of the job’?](https://bic.asn.au/antisocial-behaviour-just-part-of-the-job/) - In light of current incidents across major capital cities like Brisbane, Melbourne, Darwin and Hobart, Australian bus and coach drivers face ever-increasing threats. From verbal abuse to physical violence, it’s just another day in the life of servicing the public. Antisocial behaviours associated with acts of aggression, intimidation or destruction negatively impact the quality of
- [BIC: Bus safety isn’t expensive, but priceless](https://bic.asn.au/bic-bus-safety-isnt-expensive-but-priceless/) - The BIC is continuing to focus on making buses safer for passengers of all ages, including through recent seatbelt education campaigns. The Bus Industry Confederation (BIC) continues to advise and support governments across the country in the revision of bus safety requirement policies — particularly on dedicated school bus services. The BIC has developed a
- [Safety in numbers](https://bic.asn.au/safety-in-numbers/) - The theory of safety in numbers suggests that being part of a collective reduces the chance of accidents, attacks or other mishaps. Related theories assume that predictable and known mass behaviours can also reduce such risks. In this case, the safety effect decreases the danger, rather than just a redistribution over a larger group. One
- [Transmission | July 2025 | Technical](https://bic.asn.au/transmission-july-2025-technical/) - Reminder: New TfNSW Standards for Zero Emission Buses Take Effect September 2025 As a reminder, four new Transport for NSW (TfNSW) standards for Zero Emission Buses (ZEBs) will come into effect starting September 2025. Details on them are listed in the July 2024 Technical Webinar pages 16 & 17. These standards are also available via
- [Happy New Financial Year!](https://bic.asn.au/happy-new-financial-year/) - The Round Up The beginning of the new financial year is not just cause for celebration for our accounting friends, there’s something in it for us IR nerds, too! In this edition, we’ll bring to your attention important updates that take effect from 1 July 2025, including, minimum wage and award increases, a new Casual
- [Updates | Q3 2025](https://bic.asn.au/updates-q3-2025/) - Updated Casual Employment Information Statement There has been an update made to the Casual Employment Information Statement (CEIS). Please make sure you update your new employee packs and ensure that you are distributing the new CEIS. The CEIS needs to be given to new casual employees before they start employment, or as soon as possible after. The
- [Advocating for the industry | Q3 2025](https://bic.asn.au/advocating-for-the-industry-q3-2025/) - NHVR Regulatory Advice – Bus and Coach Driver Fatigue and Health and Wellbeing Thank you to the industry representatives who met with the NHVR to provide comprehensive feedback on the new Regulatory Advice – Bus and Coach Driver Fatigue and Health and Wellbeing The bus driver specific regulatory advice is now live. APTIA and BIC
- [Important Decisions & Cases | Q3 2025](https://bic.asn.au/important-decisions-cases-q3-2025/) - Intractable Bargaining Workplace Determination – Wage Increases and Extra Personal Leave A recent Intractable Bargaining Workplace Determination (IBWD) decision by the Full Bench with respect to the light rail in Sydney, provides interesting observations regarding how the FWC may decide the quantum of wage increases. Of particular relevance to the Bus and Coach Industry, this
- [Stuff you should already know | Q3 2025](https://bic.asn.au/stuff-you-should-already-know-q3-2025/) - Modern Award Coverage Today, we’re talking about modern award coverage. I’m here to give you the 101 on how to determine the right award for your employees. It is an area that can cause confusion amongst even the nerdiest of us IR-Nerds, so strap-in! Let’s start by talking about an award coverage issue close to
- [Protecting bus drivers: a national priority](https://bic.asn.au/protecting-bus-drivers-a-national-priority/) - No one should feel unsafe in their workplace. The Bus Industry Confederation (BIC) is urging governments to act swiftly in response to rising assaults on bus drivers across Australia. In light of recent incidents in cities like Brisbane, Melbourne and Hobart, drivers face increasing threats—from verbal abuse to physical violence—while performing essential public service duties.
- [BIC provides clarity regarding ADR updates](https://bic.asn.au/bic-provides-clarity-regarding-adr-updates/) - Dean Moule and BIC provide the industry with some clarifications regarding the latest seatbelt reminder systems ADR for buses and coaches. It’s been nearly half a year since a new Australian Design Rule (ADR) was launched to make passengers safer in the nation’s buses and coaches. In January, ADR 68/01 – Occupant Protection in Buses
- [Governments urged to review seat belt policies](https://bic.asn.au/governments-urged-to-review-seat-belt-policies/) - The Bus Industry Confederation (BIC), Australia’s national peak body in the bus and coach sector, continues to urge governments across the country to review and update their policies on seat belt usage—particularly on dedicated school bus services. Queensland remains the outlier among mainland states, as it does not mandate seat belts on dedicated school buses.
- [A BIC win: a win for Victorian bus](https://bic.asn.au/a-bic-win-a-win-for-victorian-bus/) - Ever since the beginning of the year, when the Victorian government announced the decision to defer bus replacement and upgrade orders, for regional and school bus operators, the Bus Industry Confederation (BIC) has been working to secure a multi-million-dollar safety net set to support the Australian bus supplier industry for the next three to four
- [Assaults on bus drivers on the rise, sparking nationwide safety push](https://bic.asn.au/assaults-on-bus-drivers-on-the-rise-sparking-nationwide-safety-push/) - 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
- [Embracing unity – BIC’s new ED talks career and industry issues](https://bic.asn.au/embracing-unity-bics-new-ed-talks-career-and-industry-issues/) - ABC sat down with BIC’s new executive director, Varenya Mohan-Ram, to learn about his upbringing, beliefs and goals to lead Australia’s bus industry into a new era. I’m roughly 10 minutes into my sit-down interview with Varenya Mohan-Ram when a keen member of the bus and coach industry comes to join us. It’s just minutes
- [New BIC ED calls for unity at first industry event](https://bic.asn.au/new-bic-ed-calls-for-unity-at-first-industry-event/) - Mohan-Ram’s first address as the new BIC leader was all about uniting the bus industry under one voice ahead of the election. The new Bus Industry Confederation (BIC) executive director has wasted no time in getting his message across to the industry, calling for unity ahead of the May 3 federal election. Speaking for the
- [BIC announces new executive director appointment](https://bic.asn.au/bic-announces-new-executive-director-appointment/) - BIC’s new executive director has decades of experience liaising with political parties and is well-known to many in the local bus industry. The Bus Industry Confederation (BIC) has announced it has officially appointed its new executive director after a fourth month leadership vacancy. Varenya Mohan-Ram has been appointed as the organisation’s new executive director, becoming
- [South Australia bus at a crossroads](https://bic.asn.au/south-australia-bus-at-a-crossroads/) - The South Australian bus industry, led by BusSA, stands at a defining moment — one that calls for bold leadership, national collaboration and smarter, future-ready frameworks. Speaking at the BusSA conference in May 2025, BIC ED Varenya Mohan-Ram delivered a rousing call to action, urging stakeholders to embrace regulatory reform, harmonisation and practical pathways to
- [Transmission | May 2025 | Technical](https://bic.asn.au/transmission-may-2025-technical/) - Operation Solstice Recently, at the QBIC Conference in Cairns, the NHVR’s COO Paul Salvati released the results of the bus inspection blitz. “Operation Solstice targeted a range of critical compliance areas including ensuring buses were properly maintained and mechanically safe, and that drivers were complying with their work and rest hours,” Mr Salvati said. The
- [Transmission | Nov 2024 | Progress is impossible without change](https://bic.asn.au/transmission-dec-2024-a-busy-challenging-year/) - It has been a busy, challenging year most recently culminating in our Executive Director, Roz Chivers leaving the organisation in early December to be able to focus on her family. We’d like to extend Roz all the best for the future and thank her wholeheartedly for her years of contribution to BIC and the greater
- [Transmission | Apr 2025 | Strength in unity](https://bic.asn.au/transmission-apr-2025-strength-in-unity/) - “We are only as strong as we are united, as weak as we are divided.” When J.K. Rowling penned Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire, she could never have imagined that the line would feature so prominently within Australian bus and coach. Nevertheless, today she gets to share the limelight with new BIC Executive
- [Stuff you should already know | Mar-Apr 2025](https://bic.asn.au/stuff-you-should-already-know-mar-apr-2025/) - ICYMI: Employers now have a positive duty to prevent sexual harassment at work. But what does this mean exactly? All employers are now required to take proactive steps to prevent sexual harassment in the workplace before it arises. It is no longer acceptable for employers to take a reactive approach to complaints of this nature.
- [Important Decisions & Cases | Mar-Apr 2025](https://bic.asn.au/important-decisions-cases-mar-apr-2025/) - New Model Terms – Enterprise Agreements As of 26 February 2025, you’ll need to be across new model terms for enterprise agreements. The Fair Work Commission (FWC) now has the power to determine model terms within an EBA, replacing the previous system where the terms were prescribed by the Fair Work Regulations. Throughout a period
- [On the radar | Mar-Apr 2025](https://bic.asn.au/on-the-radar-mar-apr-2025/) - Clerks Award – Working from Home We have supported the general position of industry groups that proposed changes to incorporate working from home clauses in the Clerks Award should be made carefully. We suggest that the FWC explore amendments to pre-existing options with the Award including Individual Flexibility Agreements and Flexible Work Arrangements. Unless your
- [Advocating for the industry | Mar-Apr 2025](https://bic.asn.au/advocating-for-the-industry-mar-apr-2025/) - Submission: National Heavy Vehicle Regulator – National Vehicle Safety Initiative, Dunnies for Drivers In March, APTIA submitted Dunnies for Drivers calling for funding to address the fundamental issue of driver accessibility to facilities whilst on route, specifically urban and metro routes. Access to facilities was a key issue raised in the Recruitment and Retention Project.
- [Busy beavers at the Secretariat](https://bic.asn.au/busy-beavers-at-the-secretariat/) - The Round Up Well, hello! Thanks for stopping by… I’m not sure if you’ve noticed, but we’ve been busy beavers here at the Secretariat over the last few months. Not only are we absolutely thrilled to welcome Varenya Mohan-Ram as the new Executive Director of the Bus Industry Confederation, if you take a peek at
- [Transmission | October 2024](https://bic.asn.au/transmission-october-2024/) - Changing of the Guard, the iconic ceremony held at Buckingham Palace and Windsor Castle in England, is a colourful military tradition carried out by soldiers on active duty since 1660. While not quite as illustrious, yet a vital industry institution nonetheless, October saw the handing over of the BIC industrial relations reins to Kirsten Jongsma by Ian MacDonald...
- [Transmission | Mar 2025 | Going up a Hill and coming down... a Mountain!](https://bic.asn.au/transmission-mar-2025-going-up-a-hill-and-coming-down-a-mountain/) - Spreading the good word is, admittedly, not something that the BIC is prone to doing on a regular basis. What, with the recent Victorian deferral of bus replacement and upgrade orders, consistent regulatory skirmishes and seemingly endless clashes with transport gentry being front and centre, you can forgive anyone working in bus and coach for
- [Varenya Mohan-Ram appointed new BIC ED](https://bic.asn.au/varenya-mohan-ram-appointed-new-bic-ed/) - The appointment of Varenya Mohan-Ram as Executive Director comes after a four-month leadership vacancy within the organisation. Canberra, 27 March 2025 – The Bus Industry Confederation today announces the appointment of Varenya Mohan-Ram as its new ED. Well known to Australian bus and coach for his years of support and advocacy, he has also presented
- [Transmission | Feb 2025 | Being the change](https://bic.asn.au/transmission-feb-2025-being-the-change/) - There are plenty of good folk who’ve spoken good words and made good things happen: “Our lives begin to end the day we become silent about things that matter” and “If you don’t stand for something, you will fall for anything.” The BIC Secretariat was established in Canberra in 2002 to create and provide a
- [An Open Letter to the Honourable Jacinta Allan, MP](https://bic.asn.au/an-open-letter-to-the-honourable-jacinta-allan-mp/) - Zero Emissions Bus Transition Dear Premier Allan, The Bus Industry Confederation and its members are writing to express our deep concern regarding the recent deferral of bus replacement and upgrade orders for up to 5 years by the Victorian Labor government. This decision, announced quietly on Christmas Eve, has significant implications for the bus industry as
- [2025 marks a new start for APTIA](https://bic.asn.au/2025-marks-a-new-start-for-aptia/) - The Round Up Hello, and welcome to the first edition of the Australian Public Transport Industrial Association newsletter, Driving Force. New name, new format, same topics (+more!). This newsletter will arrive in your inbox every two months. I hope that you enjoy the content. My aim is to provide you with a communication that is
- [Stuff you should already know | Jan-Feb 2025](https://bic.asn.au/stuff-you-should-already-know-jan-feb-2025/) - Wage theft laws effective 1 January 2025 The Closing Loopholes Act amended the FW Act to introduce a criminal offence for intentional underpayment of employees’ wages. The offence commenced on 1 January 2025, following the declaration of the Voluntary Small Business Wage Compliance Code. An employer will commit an offence if the employer intentionally engages
- [Important Decisions & Cases | Jan-Feb 2025](https://bic.asn.au/important-decisions-cases-jan-feb-2025/) - Policies incorporated into contracts are binding The High Court of Australia (HCA) has overturned a Supreme Court of Victoria Court of Appeal’s ruling that damages for psychiatric injury due to unfair dismissal were too remote and not recoverable under contract law. The HCA found that the employment contract did incorporate the respondent’s disciplinary policies, making
- [On the radar | Jan-Feb 2025](https://bic.asn.au/on-the-radar-jan-feb-2025/) - FWC changes to model terms 31 January 2025 marked the deadline for submissions regarding the new draft model terms. APTIA has added to the comprehensive views of the ACCI submission. We hope that the concerns from industry are listened to. Some of the more concerning changes include substantive changes to the trigger for consultation. The
- [Advocating for the industry | Jan-Feb 2025](https://bic.asn.au/advocating-for-the-industry-jan-feb-2025/) - Review of Secure Jobs Better Pay Legislation The initial review of the Secure Jobs Better Pay legislation has been handed down with 19 draft recommendations. It’s a case of the nothing-to-see-here-show, with the report acknowledging that it’s unlikely that the ramifications of changes to the legislation, namely single-interest and intractable bargaining have yet to be
- [Transmission | Jan 2025 | The best way to predict the future is to create it](https://bic.asn.au/transmission-jan-2025-the-best-way-to-predict-the-future-is-to-create-it/) - Whenever a new year is upon us, we see the rise of hopes and expectations for a better future. After all, it’s a great time to look back on the past, set some goals and resolutions, and work towards a fresh start. While – contrary to popular belief – there’s no actual evidence of Abraham
- [New bus design rules introduced to prevent future tragedy](https://bic.asn.au/new-bus-design-rules-introduced-to-prevent-future-tragedy/) - A new design rule to improve seatbelt wearing rates in buses and coaches have been introduced by the Albanese Government to help save lives on our roads following consultation with the states, territories and industry. The changes come in response to the horrific Hunter Valley bus crash in June 2023, which demonstrated the devastating impact
- [Transmission | Nov 2024 | Progress is impossible without change](https://bic.asn.au/transmission-nov-2024-progress-is-impossible-without-change/) - “Progress is impossible without change.” – George Bernard Shaw Change is also a constant, even when we try to resist it. And 2024 has more than proven that whether by chance or design, we’re well and truly in the throes of it. This concept was embodied in our recent national conference’s theme, connect, adapt, transform.
- [Transmission | Nov 2024 | Only partnerships will power zero emission fleet ambitions forward](https://bic.asn.au/transmission-nov-2024-only-partnerships-will-power-zero-emission-fleet-ambitions-forward/) - Bus operators are turning to specialist partners to power accelerate their zero emission fleet ambitions, given the technical skills and innovation required to procure and deploy infrastructure and assets, while remaining competitive. In New Zealand, operator Uzabus, appointed Zenobē, the fleet electrification and battery storage specialist, to provide end-to-end support to deliver a greener fleet.
- [BIC Conference brings enticing discussions to the fore](https://bic.asn.au/bic-conference-brings-enticing-discussions-to-the-fore/) - From local content discussions in the final session to a look at international bus and coach trends, the BIC Conference in Hobart last week provided a comprehensive wrap for the industry. A busy three days saw the annual national conference of the Bus Industry Confederation (BIC) discuss a range of pressing talking points and introduce
- [Heavy vehicle licencing and employment pathways working group](https://bic.asn.au/heavy-vehicle-licencing-and-employment-pathways-working-group/) - A new working group has been formed to establish a process of change in the licencing of drivers and workers within the heavy vehicle industry. The Heavy Vehicle Licencing and Employment Pathways working group will enable the of voice the road transport industry to be recognised in driving the current processes of heavy vehicle licencing
- [Transmission | Oct 2024 | Action on kids left in buses](https://bic.asn.au/transmission-oct-2024-action-on-kids-left-in-buses/) - In October, the BIC was invited to participate and present at a United Nations Working Group (UN IWG) addressing Children Left in Vehicles (CLIV). These are the working groups that go on to set the UN ECE (European) Regulations and Global Technical Regulations (GTRs). Held in Brisbane, the working group welcomed delegates from across the
- [Transmission | Oct 2024 | Changing of the guard](https://bic.asn.au/transmission-oct-2024-changing-of-the-guard/) - Changing of the Guard, the iconic ceremony held at Buckingham Palace and Windsor Castle in England, is a colourful military tradition carried out by soldiers on active duty since 1660. While not quite as illustrious, yet a vital industry institution nonetheless, October saw the handing over of the reins to BIC newbie, Kirsten Jongsma by
- [Transmission | September 2024](https://bic.asn.au/transmission-september-2024/)
- [Transmission | Sep 2024 | National Future Transport Summit](https://bic.asn.au/transmission-sep-2024-national-future-transport-summit/) - The Centre for Connected and Automated Transport (CCAT) will host a joint government/industry National Future Transport Summit in September 2025, bringing together transport and related sector leaders to agree on recommendations for maximising the benefits of connected and automated technologies. The Summit will focus on infrastructure planning, sustainable deployment, productivity opportunities, safety opportunities and community acceptance.
- [Transmission | Sep 2024 | Revisions to ADR 68](https://bic.asn.au/transmission-sep-2024-revisions-to-adr-68/) - In recent months, BIC actively participated in the Bus Safety Working Group (see May issue), focusing on revisions to ADR 68 – Occupant Protection in Buses. These changes aim to increase seat belt use and eliminate the exemption allowing some coaches to operate without seatbelts. Key revisions include: Enhancing seat belt compliance through reminder systems:a.
- [Technical Meeting | July 2024](https://bic.asn.au/technical-meeting-july-2024/) - Presented by: Dean Moule | National Technical Manager Learn about the latest on the technical front, along with issues affecting the industry towards 2025. We’ll be running through some of the top technical supplier and operator topics, and will conclude with an opportunity for members to ask questions. The following webinar resources are now available
- [Transmission | August 2024](https://bic.asn.au/transmission-august-2024/)
- [Transmission | Aug 2024 | Camaraderie amid crisis](https://bic.asn.au/transmission-aug-2024-camaraderie-amid-crisis/) - Bussies – behind the wheel or behind a desk – are a proud lot: We take pride in what we offer as well as pride ourselves for maintaining an unwavering resilience not often replicated in other industries, especially when the chips are down. By now you will have heard about major supplier BusTech entering voluntary
- [Transmission | Aug 2024 | Protecting drivers](https://bic.asn.au/transmission-aug-2024-protecting-drivers/) - Given the disturbing, increasing prevalence of assaults on Australian drivers, industry is at the forefront to resolve this matter while maintaining vehicle compliance requirements. While some individual state governments have introduced the screens as a measure to rightly protect drivers, they are in some cases challenging the traditional ADR compliance rules for those very vehicles.
- [Transmission | Aug 2024 | Rover portal improvements](https://bic.asn.au/transmission-aug-2024-rover-portal-improvements/) - Earlier this month, we attended a working conference in Canberra to discuss further improvements the recently updated Rover Portal (where OEMs submit applications for new vehicle types/variations to existing vehicles types). The portal has been subject to widespread automotive industry criticism over the last three years. An expert group of nine representatives across bus, truck
- [Transmission | Aug 2024 | Disability Standards Reform](https://bic.asn.au/transmission-aug-2024-disability-standards-reform/) - In March, the Australian Government announced its decision to reform the Disability Standards for Accessible Public Transport 2002 (Transport Standards). To do this, the Australian Government convened five working groups to undertake further work on these reform areas, of which BIC is participating in four. Reporting: Develop a non-regulatory reporting framework. Rideshare: Undertake a holistic
- [eBulletin | January 2024](https://bic.asn.au/national-bulletin-january-2024/)
- [Transmission | July 2024](https://bic.asn.au/transmission-july-2024/)
- [Transmission | June 2024](https://bic.asn.au/transmission-june-2024/)
- [Transmission | May 2024](https://bic.asn.au/transmission-may-2024/)
- [Transmission | April 2024](https://bic.asn.au/transmission-april-2024/)
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- [Transmission | February 2024](https://bic.asn.au/transmission-february-2024/)
- [eBulletin | January 2024 | Welcome](https://bic.asn.au/ebulletin-january-2024-welcome/) - As we embark on a brand-new year at the Bus Industry Confederation it is becoming obvious that we are in for an even busier year than last year. The first week back from the festive season break saw us ramp our advocacy campaign ‘industry in crisis’ but refocus its call to ensure that the bus
- [eBulletin | February 2024 | An engaging year before us...](https://bic.asn.au/ebulletin-february-2024-an-engaging-year-before-us/) - Over recent months, our members have hopefully noticed that we have been more actively engaging with them on a broad range of topics. Of course, the National Industry Conference is our major engagement activity, but we have also been touching base in other ways… Our regular member surveys ensure that the information and advice we
- [eBulletin | March 2024 | Advocacy for change](https://bic.asn.au/ebulletin-march-2024-advocacy-for-change/) - The purpose of advocacy is to achieve change—and more specifically, change for the better. For an advocacy organisation like the Bus Industry Confederation, ours aims to protect the interests of bus and coach operators, manufacturers, suppliers and associated service provider businesses. This, in turn, will lead to better buses, better cities, and more connected communities. It
- [eBulletin | March 2024 | Safety lessons from OTSI](https://bic.asn.au/ebulletin-march-2024-safety-lessons-from-otsi/) - Important safety lessons from the OTSI rollaway and collision investigation at Wilsons ValleyThe Office of Safety Transport Investigations (OTSI) recently released an investigation report into a coach rollaway and collision incident at Wilsons Valley. The investigation highlighted observations and key considerations that may assist operators in enhancing safety measures and preventing a similar incident from
- [eBulletin | April 2024 | Closing the gap on skills and workforce shortages](https://bic.asn.au/ebulletin-april-2024-closing-the-gap-on-skills-and-workforce-shortages/) - Skill and workforce shortages. It’s an issue most industries are grappling with and Australian bus and coach is no exception. For many, however, these shortages are a reasonably new challenge. Unfortunately for our industry, skill and workforce shortages were something we were dealing with before the pandemic began… it just made matters worse. In the
- [eBulletin | May 2024 | Bus Safety Working Group](https://bic.asn.au/ebulletin-may-2024-bus-safety-working-group/) - Recently, the Infrastructure, Transport, Regional Development, Communications and the Arts (DITRDCA) set up a Bus Safety Working Group to further improve safety at the regulatory level. Selected by government, the group comprises members from federal, state and territory governments, as well as the Bus Industry Confederation and key industry experts. The mandate of the Bus
- [eBulletin | July 2024 | Mid-year round of discussions](https://bic.asn.au/ebulletin-july-2024-mid-year-round-of-discussions/) - BIC participated in a series of discussions in July, including the Australian Chamber of Commerce and Industry (ACCI) Roundtable – COVID-19 Response Enquiry, and the Transport and Infrastructure Net Zero Consultation Roadmap: Public and Active Transport Online Stakeholder Roundtable. Australian Chamber of Commerce and Industry (ACCI) Roundtable – COVID-19 Response EnquiryBIC participated in a roundtable on 4 July
- [eBulletin | June 2024 | All hands on deck](https://bic.asn.au/ebulletin-june-2024-all-hands-on-deck/) - There has been an absolute flurry of strategies, policies and discussion papers emanating from the Australian Government in recent weeks. Less than 12 months out from a federal election this is not unexpected, but it is certainly keeping the BIC Secretariat on its toes. In the course of days, the Government has released the National
- [eBulletin | July 2024 | An eventful time for bus](https://bic.asn.au/ebulletin-july-2024-an-eventful-time-for-bus/) - As bus and coach strives to establish a robust image and foster strong public and corporate relationships, industry events have become an integral part of what we do at the Secretariat. These offer a unique platform to engage with our members and stakeholders, showcase culture and steer policy objectives. Revelling from the success of the
- [National Industrial Relations Seminar | July 2024](https://bic.asn.au/national-industrial-relations-seminar-july-2024/) - Thank you for joining us for the recent National Industrial Relations Seminar, featuring the launch of the Recruitment and Retention Policy Manifesto and Workplace Toolkit in Canberra. For attendees and those that were not able to be there, the following post-event resources are now available for you to download… PRESENTATIONS Adam Hatcher | Fair Work
- [Member Alert | Reducing red-tape on Component Type Approvals (CTAs)](https://bic.asn.au/member-alert-reducing-red-tape-on-component-type-approvals-ctas/) - For the last 2 months, we have been working with a small group of BIC members in challenging how the Department of Infrastructure, Transport, Regional Development, Communications and the Arts (DITRDCA) has operationalised one part of the Road Vehicles Standards Act (RVSA) legislative framework as it has been negatively impacting chassis suppliers, bodybuilders and operators.
- [Twelve months of safety reforms | ABC and 7News](https://bic.asn.au/twelve-months-of-safety-reforms-abc-and-7news/) - Last year, the state government’s Bus Industry Taskforce expanded its scope to include safety management and regulation. Safety reforms regarding bus and coach seatbelts, vehicle safety and public education were made across NSW and greater Australia. The NSW Taskforce’s first report focussed on the implementation of various recommendations regarding seat belts, road and vehicle safety, plus
- [eBulletin | May 2024 | Winning really isn’t everything](https://bic.asn.au/ebulletin-may-2024-winning-really-isnt-everything/) - The old cliché about just taking part rings true. Industry awards are designed to do many things, at the top of which is the chance to celebrate your team’s achievements and reward hard work, boosting morale and motivation in the process. They are also credibility-building, putting you in high esteem when it comes to attracting
- [Submission | DSAPT Stage 2 Response](https://bic.asn.au/submission-dsapt-stage-2-response/) - The purpose of this Submission is to provide responses to the Disability Standards for Accessible Public Transport: Consultation Regulation Impact Statement for Stage 2 Reforms. Queries or feedback relating to this submission can be emailed to admin@bic.asn.au. Download the submission >>
- [Technical Meeting | February 2024](https://bic.asn.au/technical-meeting-february-2024/) - Presented by: Dean Moule | National Technical Manager Learn about the latest on the technical front, along with issues affecting the industry this year. We’ll be running through some of the top technical supplier and operator items, and we’ll conclude with an opportunity for members to ask questions. The following webinar resources are now available
- [2023 BIC National Conference](https://bic.asn.au/2023-bic-national-conference/) - Thank you to all those who joined us at the 2023 National Conference. Successfully held at the Adelaide Oval in South Australia between 29 October and 1 November 2023, the 2023 Program included a great line-up of speakers and panellists covering a range of topics on industry reforms, safety, industrial relations, workforce, future finance and how to manage antisocial behaviour. Photos from
- [BIC National Bulletin - August 2023](https://bic.asn.au/bic-national-bulletin-august-2023/) - governments and other stakeholders to progress a range of initiatives. We also submitted a few funding bids to the National Road Safety Action Grants Program to support the industry. One was for a national awareness and education campaign focusing on safe behavior in and around buses. The other is to support the psychosocial safety
- [Bus Safety Initiatives Paper](https://bic.asn.au/bus-safety-initiatives-paper/) - On 28 August 2023, the BIC presented a Bus Safety Initiatives Paper at a Bus Safety Ministerial Roundtable hosted by Senator Carol Brown – Federal Assistant Minister for Infrastructure and Transport. The Paper provides 8 key recommendations to further enhance bus safety – the vehicle, the passenger and other road users. Download the Paper. The Paper broadly
- [Advisory 3](https://bic.asn.au/advisory-3/) - Zero Emissions Advisories Electric Power Train Systems Vehicle Operations & Maintenance Fixed Systems & Infrastructure Zero Emissions Advisories Electric Power Train Systems Vehicle Operations & Maintenance Fixed Systems & Infrastructure This Advisory is intended to focus on the fixed systems and infrastructure needed to support zero emissions vehicles. The expected release date of Advisory 3
- [Advisory 1](https://bic.asn.au/advisory-1/) - Zero Emissions Advisories Electric Power Train Systems Vehicle Operations & Maintenance Fixed Systems & Infrastructure Zero Emissions Advisories Electric Power Train Systems Vehicle Operations & Maintenance Fixed Systems & Infrastructure Advisory 1 of this Bus & Coach Safety Advisory Series was released in August 2023 and is intended to support incoming ADR’s 109/00 and 110/00
- [Advisory 2](https://bic.asn.au/advisory-2/) - Zero Emissions Advisories Electric Power Train Systems Vehicle Operations & Maintenance Fixed Systems & Infrastructure Zero Emissions Advisories Electric Power Train Systems Vehicle Operations & Maintenance Fixed Systems & Infrastructure This Advisory is intended to provide guidance on the operation and maintenance of zero emissions vehicles specifically in relation to the new vehicle technology systems
- [BIC National Bulletin - July 2023](https://bic.asn.au/bic-national-bulletin-july-2023/) - BIC e-Bulletin July 2023 Message from the Executive Director Bus and coach services are attracting a lot of attention with the extensive media coverage associated with the Greta crash. If you follow NSW news, you would also be aware of the NSW Bus Industry Taskforce appointed by the Minns Government to determine how to
- [BIC National e-Bulletin - June 2023](https://bic.asn.au/bic-e-bulletin-june-2023/)
- [BIC National e-Bulletin - May 2023](https://bic.asn.au/bic-national-e-bulletin-may-2023/) - BIC e-Bulletin May 2023 critical issues related to driver recruitment and retention and associated issues impacting operators. Initial discussions with state governments and the TWU have been very positive. Australian Manufacturer Workers Union As part of the BICs advocacy campaign in addressing the crisis facing many of our supplier members, we have been
- [2023 Summit](https://bic.asn.au/2023-summit/) - Thank you to all members who took the opportunity to join us for the Bus Industry Summit in Canberra in March 2023. The Summit was a huge success with 220 delegates attending across the two days. We were delighted to engage with many of our international, interstate and local members in Canberra at the Hotel Realm. There was
- [BIC National e-Bulletin - April 2023](https://bic.asn.au/bic-national-e-bulletin-april-2023/) - Home News & Media BIC National e-Bulletin – April 2023 BIC National e-Bulletin – April 2023 Message from the Executive Director It has been an incredibly busy month at the BIC Secretariat. We have been hard at work locking in venues and dates for the National Industry Conference and the new trade exhibition
- [BIC National e-Bulletin - March 2023](https://bic.asn.au/bic-national-e-bulletin-march-2023/) - Home News & Media BIC National e-Bulletin – March 2023 BIC National e-Bulletin – March 2023 projects. The industrial relations session on day two of the Summit considered ways to improve the image of the industry. This is something we need to work on together if we are to become an industry of choice
- [BIC National e-Bulletin - February 2023](https://bic.asn.au/bic-national-e-bulletin-february-2023-2/) - Home News & Media BIC National e-Bulletin – February 2023 BIC National e-Bulletin – February 2023 Message from the Executive Director I am pleased to report that the recent BIC Suppliers group meeting held on 14 February 2023 was a great success. One of the key topics discussed during the meeting was the
- [BIC National E-Bulletin 2021 May](https://bic.asn.au/bic-national-e-bulletin-2021-may/) - National Update from the Bus Industry Confederation [May 2021 Edition] In this edition of the national bulletin, we provide a miniature overview of the federal budget including a snapshot for tourism.We also provide an update on our progress with the Disability Standards for Accessible Public Transport and take a look atrecent government announcements relating to
- [BIC National E-Bulletin 2021 June](https://bic.asn.au/bic-national-e-bulletin-2021-june/) - National Update from the Bus Industry Confederation [June 2021 Edition] In this edition of the national bulletin, as BIC ticks-over to a new membership year, we gratefully acknowledge the ongoing supportof our members and invite all in the bus & coach industry to come face to face at the BIC National Conference in November.We also
- [BIC National E-Bulletin 2021 July](https://bic.asn.au/bic-national-e-bulletin-2021-july/) - National Update from the Bus Industry Confederation [July 2021 Edition] As 10,000-plus athletes gather in Tokyo to represent their countries on the world stage, sadly at the opening of the Olympics, more than half of Australia’s population was in lock-down. As the home of the BIC secretariat is located in the protected inland island of
- [BIC National E-Bulletin 2021 August](https://bic.asn.au/bic-national-e-bulletin-2021-august/) - National Update from the Bus Industry Confederation [August 2021 Edition] The BIC is loathed to do it! We know so many of us bussies were hanging on to the last chance for a face-to-face for industry at the national conference in Brisbane this year. The BIC has made the (wise) decision to postpone to 2022. Details
- [National Bulletin - 2021 October](https://bic.asn.au/bulletin-2021-october/) - Read more about Siemens... Viva Energy are proudly Australian and enthusiastic to be an important part of Australia’s future. As a manufacturer and supplier of products derived from hydrocarbons, Viva Energy recognise the important role to play in supporting the transition to a lower carbon future. Read more about Viva
- [National Bulletin - 2021 November/December](https://bic.asn.au/national-bulletin-2021-november-december/) - Update from the Bus Industry Confederation We know you are busy and may not get around to touching base with our monthly e-bulletin. Why not engage with us by linking up with us and staying informed on what we are doing for industry on LinkedIn In this edition of the National Bus & Coach
- [BIC National e-Bulletin - Nov/Dec 2022](https://bic.asn.au/bic-national-e-bulletin-december-2022/) - Home News & Media BIC National e-Bulletin – Nov/Dec 2022 BIC National e-Bulletin – Nov/Dec 2022 In this Christmas edition of the BIC Bulletin, we showcase highlights from the 2022 BIC National Conference, recognise the fantastic contributors to the auction bus and congratulate the successful bidder and remind members the 2022 BIC National Conference survey
- [National Bulletin - September 2022](https://bic.asn.au/national-bulletin-september-2022/) - Home News & Media National Bulletin – September 2022 National Bulletin – September 2022 In this edition of the BIC Bulletin, we are excited to announce our successful Heavy Vehicle Safety Initiative (HVSI) funding bid, we look at some of the highlights from the Australasian Bus and Coach Expo and we recap important
- [BIC National e-Bulletin - October 2022](https://bic.asn.au/bic-national-e-bulletin-october-2022/) - Home News & Media BIC National e-Bulletin – October 2022 BIC National e-Bulletin – October 2022 Confederation (BIC) Council Elections We recently held the Bus Industry Confederation (BIC) Council elections. The BIC council is responsible for determining the strategic direction of the confederation and amplifying the advocacy voice of the Secretariat. Nominations for council
- [View from Canberra 2021 June](https://bic.asn.au/view-from-canberra-2021-june/) - The BIC looks at the The Road Vehicle Standards Act 2018 (RVSA) which replaces the existing Motor Vehicle Standards Act 1989 (MVSA) on 1 July 2021. The implementation of RVSA is complex and will see increased accountability on designers/manufacturers, suppliers/importers to comply to standards/regulations. This edition of the View provides a detailed safe-guard guide for
- [View from Canberra 2021 August](https://bic.asn.au/view-from-canberra-2021-august/) - In this edition we reflect on the human shift and adaptation to the current pandemic crisis. In this time of global obscurity, it is little comfort that the inevitability of change will never change. However, it is fair to say that uninvited change often results in vast improvements in our lot in life. Change presents
- [View from Canberra 2021 September](https://bic.asn.au/view-from-canberra-2021-september/) - On 3 September, IA released its 2021 Australian Infrastructure Plan to achieve its 2036 vision. A vision that would seek infrastructure that “improves the sustainability of [Australia’s] economic, social, environmental and governance settings, builds quality of life for all Australians, and is resilient to shocks and emerging stresses”. Ambitious? Realistic? – maybe and maybe not.
- [View from Canberra 2021 October](https://bic.asn.au/view-from-canberra-2021-october/) - The BIC has always approached our moving people vision to enhance the sustainability and liveability of Australia’s cities and regions by using buses and coaches. This is one of the reasons behind our decision in mid-2018, to commission the Institute of Transport and Logistics Studies (University of Sydney) to compile a decade of national data
- [View from Canberra 2021 March](https://bic.asn.au/view-from-canberra-2021-march/) - The BIC secretariat launches a new ‘View from Canberra’ which will be monthly articles produced by various members of the BIC Team. This edition takes a look at current work program and in particular the formation of a new Advisory Group for the long distance tourist coach sector. Download the View Download
- [View from Canberra 2020 July](https://bic.asn.au/view-from-canberra-2020-july/) - The BIC has been very busy over the past few months working with government, the National Covid-19 Coordination Commission (NCCC) and consulting to the Australian Chamber of Commerce and Industry and providing impact reports and key recommendations in relation to the impacts of Covid-19 and the bus and coach sector. This was recently ramped up
- [View from Canberra 2020 August](https://bic.asn.au/view-from-canberra-2020-august/) - Over the past few months the Industry has proven its resilience, its capacity to bare the burden, its ability to be flexible and provide clever and sensible solutions. The ‘federation’ of our own bus associations – the Bus Australia Network – is a fine example of what can happen when we all pull together, share
- [View from Canberra 2020 September](https://bic.asn.au/view-from-canberra-2020-september/) - With the announcement by ACT Labor government to commit to a fully electric bus fleet in the ACT by 2040, Michael Apps, BIC Executive Director, thought it was time to provide a review of transitional approaches from traditional diesel to electric. It is evident that governments around Australia – with their commitment to zero-emissions by
- [View from Canberra 2020 October](https://bic.asn.au/view-from-canberra-2020-october/) - This month, we take a look at the 2020 budget from the federal government and what it means for bus business. There is significant funding for infrastructure and manufacturing in this budget and although the budget is definitely a green-light for business to get busy, it is extremely clear that the economic recovery of Australia
- [View from Canberra 2020 November](https://bic.asn.au/view-from-canberra-2020-november/) - With the release by the Australian Government of its national policy (‘3-Step Framework for a COVIDSafe Australia’), this month’s column takes a look at what the government defines as ‘COVID Normal’ and ‘COVID Safe’ and how this translates for our coach tourism sector. The advice from the Executive Director of BIC is that coach operators
- [View from Canberra 2020 December](https://bic.asn.au/view-from-canberra-2020-december/) - BIC Chairman Wayne Patch reflects on the year that was in 2020. Download the View Download
- [View from Canberra 2021 April](https://bic.asn.au/view-from-canberra-2021-april/) - In this month’s edition, the BIC examines the not so ominous Industrial Relations Bill. In May 2020, the PM announced his Job Keeper Plan to restart the economy post Covid. Part of this plan was to explore reforms to the industrial relations system to regrow jobs lost in the pandemic. The Attorney-General set about assembling
- [View from Canberra 2021 May](https://bic.asn.au/view-from-canberra-2021-may/) - The BIC takes a look at why we do the things we do. Advocacy and having a strong presence in Canberra is important because it drives growth in our industry and keeps away bad regulation that will make it harder to run your business. Above all else we do what we do to make our
- [View from Canberra 2021 - November](https://bic.asn.au/view-from-canberra-november-2021/) - In this month’s edition of the View from Canberra, we ask the question if it is too early to make a call on the ‘new norm’ for bus businesses in a post-covid environment. There can be no doubt that the public transport sector saw a significant shift in patronage in different periods of covid outbreaks
- [View from Canberra - 2021 December](https://bic.asn.au/view-from-canberra-2021-december/) - In this edition of the View from Canberra, the secretariat takes a look at the year that was in 2021…and what a year! It is our lot in life at the BIC to instruct governments on what was, what is and what will be. The year that was in 2021 saw accelerated activity coming out
- [View from Canberra - January 2022](https://bic.asn.au/the-view-from-canberra-january-2022/) - In this edition, we take a look at what industrial relations changes are we likely to be canvassed in the upcoming federal election. It is still a few months away from the next federal election, but the ALP Opposition is clearly focused on industrial relations policy, as a key election issue. The ALP claims that
- [View from Canberra - March 2022](https://bic.asn.au/view-from-canberra-march-2022/) - What are we doing about ‘zero’? The past several months has seen escalated ‘disruption’ in our industry by the various announcements coming out of state/territory governments in their mission to reach for ‘zero’ – some as early as 2030. From a politician’s perspective, it is obviously a no-brainer that public transport will be the first
- [View from Canberra - April 2022](https://bic.asn.au/view-from-canberra-april-2022/) - Where are all the buses? In the April edition of the View from Canberra, we discuss the economic vibrancy of Australia and take a look at some of the stats of industry, comparing where we were in 2019 and where we landed in 2021.A few of the states/territories are coming up to some significant fleet
- [View from Canberra - May 2022](https://bic.asn.au/view-from-canberra-may-2022/) - Where are all the passengers? In last month’s column we looked at the bus-stats over a 2-year analysis of what is on our roads today. According to the Australian Bureau of Statistics, there has been a 5% drop in the number of registered buses and coaches on our roads from January 2019 to January 2021.
- [BIC National e-Bulletin - June 2022](https://bic.asn.au/bic-national-e-bulletin-june-2022/) - Home News & Media BIC National e-Bulletin – June 2022 BIC National e-Bulletin – June 2022 With only 2 weeks to go we are excited to release the latest program and speaker’s compendium for the not to be missed National Bus Industry Summit, June 28 and 29 in Canberra (you need to be there
- [View from Canberra - June 2022](https://bic.asn.au/view-from-canberra-june-2022/) - Recruitment and retention in the bus and coach industry The biggest issue confronting all industries across the country and no less the bus and coach industry, is recruitment and retention. Maintaining a capable workforce at all levels (whether in bus operations or manufacturing), is increasingly becoming difficult especially whilst the industry also grapples with the
- [View from Canberra - July 2022](https://bic.asn.au/view-from-canberra-july-2022/) - The 2022 federal election results are final and the 47th Parliament has been voted in by Australians. There is a diverse mix of seats in both the lower and upper houses. In this column we take a closer look at the politics and pollies likely to effect the bus industry in this term of government.
- [View from Canberra 2021 July](https://bic.asn.au/view-from-canberra-2021-july/) - The BIC has long advocated for public transport to be acknowledged as an essential service – a service that should be a basic fundamental right for all Australians. Interestingly, it seems to be lost on governments that PT in fact provides a service to other industries considered as essential services. As PT workers form so
- [BIC National e-Bulletin - February 2022](https://bic.asn.au/bic-national-e-bulletin-february-2022/) - Home News & Media BIC National e-Bulletin – February 2022 BIC National e-Bulletin – February 2022 We know you are busy and may not get around to touching base with our monthly e-bulletin. Why not engage with us by linking up with us and staying informed on what we are doing
- [BIC National e-Bulletin - March 2022](https://bic.asn.au/bic-national-e-bulletin-march-2022/) - Home News & Media BIC National e-Bulletin – March 2022 BIC National e-Bulletin – March 2022 Time is flying by – and from what we hear, many of us bussies are now flying around Australia and abroad. It is great to see a return to face to face engagement. QBIC is
- [BIC National e-Bulletin - April 2022](https://bic.asn.au/bic-national-e-bulletin-april-2022/) - Home News & Media BIC National e-Bulletin – April 2022 BIC National e-Bulletin – April 2022 In this bulletin, we announce the new 2022 BIC Council Elect, give you access to the essential guide for safely managing bus breakdowns on the road and announce the great news from the Australian government on the
- [BIC National e-Bulletin - May 2022](https://bic.asn.au/bic-national-e-bulletin-may-2022/) - Home News & Media BIC National e-Bulletin – May 2022 BIC National e-Bulletin – May 2022 In this bulletin, we reveal more detail about the upcoming National Bus Industry Summit, June 28 and 29 in Canberra (you need to be there if you want the ‘no frills’ analysis of the ‘race to zero’).
- [BIC National e-Bulletin - July 2022](https://bic.asn.au/bic-national-e-bulletin-july-2022/) - Home Featured BIC National e-Bulletin – July 2022 BIC National e-Bulletin – July 2022 Don’t forget to grab your ticket for the upcoming Australasia Bus Expo on Wednesday 5 and Thursday 6 October 2022 in Sydney, hosted by BusNSW. Spots are filling up fast with over 100 exhibitors already having registered. Book now! The
- [BIC National e-Bulletin - August 2022](https://bic.asn.au/bic-national-e-bulletin-august-2022/) - Home News & Media BIC National e-Bulletin – August 2022 BIC National e-Bulletin – August 2022 In the August edition of the BIC Bulletin, we look at our policy, advocacy and technical outcomes associated with the Jobs and Skills Summit 2022, the Disability Standards for Accessible Public Transport (DASPT) Standards Reform
- [BIC National e-Bulletin - January 2023](https://bic.asn.au/bic-national-e-bulletin-january-2023/) - Home News & Media BIC National e-Bulletin – January 2023 BIC National e-Bulletin – January 2023 We hope you have had a refreshing, safe and happy break over the festive season. 2023 is shaping up to be a big year and we are excited to continue advocating and driving sustainable and realistic change for the
- [2023 BIC National Conference](https://bic.asn.au/2023-conference/) - The BIC is holding the 2023 National Conference in Adelaide, South Australia this October. We are currently finalising conference arrangements, stay tuned to our website and LinkedIn for more information.
- [BIC Submission on the National Electric Vehicle Strategy Consultation Paper [November 2022]](https://bic.asn.au/bic-submission-on-the-national-electric-vehicle-strategy-consultation-paper/) - The purpose of this document is to provide a response to the National Electric Vehicle Strategy Consultation paper released in September 2022. The BIC supports the intent of the National Electric Vehicle Strategy Consultation paper which covers a range of goals and although the bus and coach industry are broadly supportive of these goals, highlighting two main concerns
- [BIC Submission to the Heavy Vehicle Charges Determination: Consultation Regulation Impact Statement [June 2021]](https://bic.asn.au/bic-submission-to-the-heavy-vehicle-charges-determination-consultation-regulation-impact-statement-june-2021/) - This submission responds to the NTC consultation paper, Heavy Vehicle Charges Determination: Consultation Regulation Impact Statement, June 2021 (NTC 2021). The NTC paper develops three alternative heavy vehicle charging options, in addition to the status quo, and is seeking feedback on those alternatives and on their derivation. Taking feedback on the paper into account, the NTC
- [Moving People 2022 Conference November 13-16](https://bic.asn.au/2022-2/) - Partners and Sponsors Speakers Presentations National Awards BIC Auction Bus Partners and Sponsors Speakers Presentations National Awards BIC Auction Bus 2022 BIC National Conference Program Overview The 2022 BIC National Conference – Moving People > Navigating Change, was held at the Sofitel Brisbane Central November 13 to 16. Over 415 delegates attended over the 2-1/2
- [2018 Australasia Bus Conference in Cairns, Australia October 7 to 10](https://bic.asn.au/2018-australasia-bus-conference-in-cairns-australia-october-7-to-10/) - You have travelled to the Moving People Century 21 zone – the website for the inaugural 2018 Australasia Bus Conference. The 2018 Australasia Bus Conference was hosted by the Bus Industry Confederation of Australia and the Bus and Coach Association New Zealand. The conference plenary room saw close to 600 delegates participating in the 2-1/2 day program
- [2022 BIC National Summit 28 and 29 June](https://bic.asn.au/2022-bic-national-summit/) - 2022 BIC National Summit 28 and 29 June 2022 Summit Speakers 2022 Summit Presentations 2022 BIC National Summit 28 and 29 June 2022 Summit Speakers 2022 Summit Presentations National Bus Industry Summit - Canberra - 28th and 29th June 2022 Thank you to all members who took the opportunity to join us for the 2022
- [BIC Submission to the Reform of the Disability Standards for Accessible Public Transport - Stage 1](https://bic.asn.au/bic-submission-to-the-reform-of-the-disability-standards-for-accessible-public-transport-phase-1/) - BIC provided responses to 100-plus questions in the following reform areas of the Transport Standards: Staff Training and Communication Mobility Aid Safety Priority Seating Allocated Spaces in Transit Digital Information Screens Website Accessibility Communication during Service Disruption Assistance Animal Toileting Facilities Emergency Egress Fit for Purpose Accessways Wayfinding Tactile Ground Surface Indicators Provision of information
- [Policy Thinkers Series [12]](https://bic.asn.au/policy-thinkers-series-12-published-september-2019-moving-people-from-workhorse-to-thoroughbred-review-of-bus-rapid-transit-and-branded-bus-service-performance-in-australia-and-future-opp/) - Moving People > from Workhorse to Thoroughbred: Review of bus rapid transit and branded bus service performance in Australia and future opportunities A major public policy debate has surrounded the relative success of bus priority and branding measures as compared with generic route services in attracting patronage. In this paper, a gross performance ratio is
- [Bus Breakdown Guide to heavy vehicle safety](https://bic.asn.au/bus-breakdown-guide-to-heavy-vehicle-safety/) - One of the most common hazards in the bus and coach industry is the on-road safety risks presented by a bus breakdown or malfunction. While breakdowns can occur in all motor vehicles, the risks associated with bus breakdowns, where the vehicle is carrying public passengers and often schoolchildren, can be significant. Data from the bus
- [Bus Breakdown Guide](https://bic.asn.au/bus-breakdown-guide/) - One of the most common hazards in the bus and coach industry is the on-road safety risks presented by a bus breakdown or malfunction. While breakdowns can occur in all motor vehicles, the risks associated with bus breakdowns, where the vehicle is carrying public passengers and often schoolchildren, can be significant. Data from the bus
- [Driver training to prevent bus rollaway](https://bic.asn.au/driver-training-to-prevent-bus-rollaway/) - On 24 Feb 2022, ComfortDelGro Corporation Australia (CDC) released a training video for drivers on how to mitigate bus rollaway events. Extensive research collated by CDC shows that, nationally, the majority of bus rollaway events happen at the depot or interchange. Research indicates that the majority of rollaway events happen during pre-trip inspections, meal breaks
- [BIC Submission for the Federal Budget March 2022](https://bic.asn.au/bic-submission-for-the-federal-budget-march-2022/) - The Australian Government in its Budget report for 2022 will aim to create jobs, guarantee the essential services, and build a more secure and resilient Australia. The BIC has provided a submission to Treasury outlining key recommendations to assist covid-recovery and covid-resilience efforts of the bus and coach industry. Our report also seeks funding to
- [Proof that buses are safer and greener](https://bic.asn.au/media-release-2021-11-25-2/) - Bus industry ticks all the boxes on safety with a low environmental footprint. A major report from the Bus Industry Confederation provides a decade of evidence-based data on the industry’s safety and emissions record. The report is an important snapshot of the bus industry and its contribution to Australia’s economy, social well-being, city liveability and
- [Industry desperate for workers](https://bic.asn.au/media-release-2021-11-25-1/) - Employers in the bus industry desperate for workers. The growth in public transport patronage over the past 4 decades has required more buses on the road and more drivers. A major industry report released by the Bus Industry Confederation (BIC) takes a deep dive on the operational task of keeping buses moving on our roads
- [2019 BIC National Conference November 17 to 20, 2019 Canberra, Australia](https://bic.asn.au/2019-bic-national-conference-november-17-to-20-2019-canberra-australia/) - The BIC National Conference on Moving People – A National Priority, concluded on November 20 at the Iveco Big Arvo Out in Turner, with the auctionbus built by Iveco and Volgren driving out of Canberra on its way to a new home at Swan Hill Bus Lines. The funds raised from the auction proceedingsat the
- [Health-wise Corner - Episode 3](https://bic.asn.au/health-wise-corner-episode-3/) - BIC Member, Nikki Britt of Navigate Health has provided Health-wise videos covering a range of topics on how you can take the best from the worst, stay safe and sound during the Covid-19 pandemic. In this episode, Nikki delves into workers compensation claims and supporting your workers after a claim has been lodged.
- [Health-wise Corner - Episode 2](https://bic.asn.au/health-wise-corner-episode-2/) - BIC Member, Nikki Britt of Navigate Health has provided Health-wise videos covering a range of topics on how you can take the best from the worst, stay safe and sound during the Covid-19 pandemic. In the wake of recovery, Nikki chats about the return to work and coping with the next round of changes we
- [Health-wise Corner - Episode 1](https://bic.asn.au/health-wise-corner-episode-1/) - BIC Member, Nikki Britt of Navigate Health has provided Health-wise videos covering a range of topics on how you can take the best from the worst, stay safe and sound during the Covid-19 pandemic. In this episode, Nikki tells us how we might implement some really simple things to manage the anxiety fall-out of dealing
- [Bus Fire Evacuation Protocol](https://bic.asn.au/published-march-2019-bus-fire-evacuation-protocol/) - This Advisory was developed as part of a safety project funded by the federal government through the Heavy Vehicle Safety Initiative Funding Agreement, administered by the National Heavy Vehicle Regulator (NHVR). The lead entity in delivering this project was the Bus Industry Confederation (BIC), overseen by a Working Committee and by representatives from the NHVR.The
- [Environment Management System Guideline](https://bic.asn.au/published-2007-environment-management-system-guideline/) - “The purpose of this manual is to provide bus and coach businesses with a step by step guide to environmentally responsible management of their daily operations. The manual has been designed for bus and coach operations of all sizes, including owner-drivers or single vehicle operations.This Guideline aims to:• outline general environmental responsibilities• provide advice on
- [Incident Management Guide – Operator Guidelines](https://bic.asn.au/published-june-2012-incident-management-guide-operator-guidelines/) - The purpose of this guide is to provide specific guidelines on managing incidents to minimise the direct impact on staff and passengers (and indirect impact on family, friends and community). Bus and coach operators will learn how to minimise business risk, disruption and loss and ensure that services are provided in line with community expectations,
- [Door Safety Advisory – Industry Advisory](https://bic.asn.au/published-october-2012-door-safety-advisory-industry-advisory/) - This Industry Advisory is a guideline on how to adopt and maintain proven successful door safety systems used by the bus and coach industry to ensure safe work practices by drivers and to ensure the safety of passengers. Download the Advisory Download
- [Accessible Transport Standards – Operator Guidelines](https://bic.asn.au/published-october-2012-accessible-transport-standards-operator-guidelines/) - Comprehensive guidelines on the Accessible Transport Standards under the Disability Discrimination Act. This guide covers critical legislation, definitions, compliance time frames and how to achieve the compliance and techniques for communicating with people with disabilities. Download the Guideline Download
- [Fire Mitigation Advisory – Industry Advisory](https://bic.asn.au/published-september-2014-fire-mitigation-advisory-industry-advisory/) - Fire mitigation on buses is seen as a key safety issue for bus operators and drivers, bus suppliers and manufacturers, bus passengers and government agencies at all levels.Currently every week in Australia at least one bus experiences a potentially fatal fire incident. The potential for a fatal bus firein Australia does exist, especially for buses
- [National IR & Workplace Health & Safety Guide](https://bic.asn.au/published-march-2015-national-ir-workplace-health-safety-guide/) - This Guide has been edited by Australian Public Transport Industrial Association (APTIA). APTIA is the industrial arm of the BIC. This guide is a one-stop document for Bus & Coach Operators on matters relating to:• Casual Employment• Employment Contract (Fair Work Act)• Employment Rights• Work Health & Safety• Policy templates (such as: bullying/harrassment, drug &
- [Tyre Operations & Maintenance – Industry Advisory](https://bic.asn.au/published-april-2016-tyre-operations-maintenance-industry-advisory/) - This Advisory was developed by the bus and coach industry in order to assist bus operators in the adoption of appropriate policies and procedures relating to the safe operation, maintenance and management of bus tyres.The Advisory contains critical information and practical guidelines in the following key areas: understanding the specification of a tyre and its
- [Health and Well-being Awareness Guide](https://bic.asn.au/published-march-2015-health-wellbeing-awareness-guide/) - This Guide is for all employers interested in promoting health and wellbeing in their employees to encourage a more productive and active workforce. This is an industry specific Awareness Guide. Download the Guide Download
- [Policy Thinkers Series [4] Moving People > Connecting Neighbourhoods: The 20 minute city](https://bic.asn.au/policy-thinkers-series-4-published-march-2015-connecting-neighbourhoods-the-20-minute-city/) - A ‘20 minute city’ is one in which most people are able to undertake most activities needed for a good life within a 20 minute walk, cycle or public transport trip from where they live. This Policy Paper puts forward that a neighbourhood structure embedded in a 20 minute city, with good local and regional
- [Moving People Solutions for a Growing Australia](https://bic.asn.au/published-july-2010-moving-people-solutions-for-a-growing-australia/) - This paper provides a 7 point National Plan to deliver: Increased investment in public transport Freight capacity investment and efficiency improvements Road pricing reform Improved accessibility for all More compact, walking and bicycle friendly urban settlements Improved fuel efficiency Improvements in transport research and information Download Moving People Special Edition Download
- [Moving People Solutions for a Liveable Australia](https://bic.asn.au/published-december-2012-moving-people-solutions-for-a-liveable-australia/) - This policy statement sees the BIC taking the lead in the national discussion on how we fund moving people infrastructure and services in the future. The aim of the report is to generate discussion about how Australia should shape its future land transport policy, to promote national goals for productivity, sustainability, liveability and social inclusion.
- [Moving Australia 2030 - A transport plan for a productive and active Australia](https://bic.asn.au/published-march-2013-moving-australia-2030-a-transport-plan-for-a-productive-and-active-australia/) - The Moving People 2030 Taskforce, comprised of 8 national organisations, launched a comprehensive report to Federal, State and Territorial Governments on how we can deliver a prosperous, sustainable, liveable and healthy Australia by 2030.Moving Australia 2030-A Transport Plan for a Productive and Active Australia sets out pathways for the establishment of a transport, land use
- [Rapid Transit: investing in Australia’s Transport Future](https://bic.asn.au/published-march-2014-rapid-transit-investing-in-australias-transport-future/) - This report has been developed as a result of the Bus Industry Confederation undertaking a two week Rapid Transit Study Visit of North America in August and September of 2012 and information collected by the BIC’s internal research program. The report analyses the advantages of building Rapid Transit against benefits which can be achieved by
- [Improving public transport service: Hobart – A corridors case study](https://bic.asn.au/published-july-2016-improving-public-transport-service-hobart-a-corridors-case-study/) - Hobart faces more traffic congestion problems and slower public transport unless city planners make sensible land-use and transport decisions going forward. This report finds that Hobart is very low density and car dependent, and that structural changes in the economy were leading to the highest productivity jobs being located in central or inner parts of
- [Australian Government’s role in the development of cities](https://bic.asn.au/published-may-2018-australian-governments-role-in-the-development-of-cities/) - Cities are becoming more complex and this poses challenges for policy and planning. Links between land use, transport, economic productivity, housing markets and social exclusion illustrate this complexity. Integrated governance is central to tackling such cross- cutting issues.Awareness of the importance and urgency of taking more integrated approaches to city strategic land use transport policy
- [Moving People > Coach solutions for driving land transport tourism](https://bic.asn.au/test-2/) - In April 2019, the BIC published a 10 year strategy policy document for driving land transport tourism. There are 9 key areas that all levels of government and industry should adopt to increase travel by coach to generate dispersal of tourists from major cities and attractions to regional Australia and grow Australia’s tourism economy. Key
- [Policy Thinkers Series [1] Moving People > Pricing opportunities for Australia: Paying our way inland transport](https://bic.asn.au/policy-thinkers-series-1-published-march-2014-pricing-opportunities-for-australia-paying-our-way-inland-transport/) - Pricing is the hot button issue in the infrastructure and transport policy space. Paying our way for the use of our roads is the key to ensuring that infrastructure gets built when and where it is needed. The BIC supports the development of a comprehensive user pays system for all road users that is based
- [Policy Thinkers Series [2] Moving People > Sustainable transport in Australian cities: targeting vehicle kilometres of travel](https://bic.asn.au/policy-thinkers-series-2-published-june-2014-sustainable-transport-in-australian-cities-targeting-vehicle-kilometres-of-travel/) - Overall urban densities in our cities need to increase by 50-100 per cent over the next 30- 40 or so years, with allowance for local circumstances. This will enable greater availability of local services, including local public transport. Minimum density targets of about 35 people plus jobs per hectare should be adopted in land use/transport
- [Policy Thinkers Series [3] Moving People > Public transport: funding growth in urban route services](https://bic.asn.au/policy-thinkers-series-3-published-october-2014-public-transport-funding-growth-in-urban-route-services/) - BIC’s various Moving People publications have made the case for increasing the provision of public transport services in Australia’s cities, both because of the benefits these deliver for service users but also, and perhaps more importantly, for the wider nationally significant economic, social and environmental benefits they deliver. A current Australian infrastructure backlog of about
- [Policy Thinkers Series [5] Moving People > Urban land use transport integration and the vital role for Australia’s forgotten inner/middle suburbs](https://bic.asn.au/policy-thinkers-series-5-published-october-2015-urban-land-use-transport-integration-and-the-vital-role-for-australias-forgotten-inner-middle-suburbs/) - Australia’s capital cities are all seeking to achieve more compact settlement patterns, as an essential element for improving their long term sustainability. The inner/middle suburbs are vital to successful outcomes. This is where most urban Australians live and work. This paper examines how strategic land use transport policy in our major cities can be shaped
- [Policy Thinkers Series [6] Moving People > Governance for integrated urban land use transport policy and planning](https://bic.asn.au/policy-thinkers-series-6-published-october-2015-governance-for-integrated-urban-land-use-transport-policy-and-planning/) - Australia is relatively unusual in having state governments responsible for (speaking for) capital cities. This role is more commonly associated with local government in some format. The difficulties Australian cities have in establishing and pursuing integrated strategic land use transport policy directions over time is partly a function of our adversarial political environment. This Paper
- [Policy Thinkers Series [7] Moving People > National Guidelines: Bus Services Procurement and Bus Service Contracts](https://bic.asn.au/policy-thinkers-series-7-published-april-2016-national-guidelines-bus-services-procurement-and-bus-service-contracts/) - The bus and coach industry has, for a long time, fostered relationships with academics, industry experts and government, to grow public transport services and patronage and to help develop contractual frameworks that support this growth. These connections and experience have been utilised in preparing the enclosed guidelines. These guidelines have been framed with public value
- [Policy Thinkers Series [8] Moving People > Local government roles in C21 integrated land use transport planning](https://bic.asn.au/policy-thinkers-series-8-published-august-2016-local-government-roles-in-c21-integrated-land-use-transport-planning/) - This Policy Paper examines ways in which local government can support the major development directions and, based on the conclusions from the governance Policy Paper 6, be recognised as a vital partner in so doing. In this Paper we examine desirable development directions for our cities and regions, then explore local government roles in these
- [Policy Thinkers Series [9] Moving People > Improved public transport services supporting city productivity growth: an Australian city case study](https://bic.asn.au/policy-thinkers-series-9-published-june-2017-improved-public-transport-services-supporting-city-productivity-growth-an-australian-city-case-study/) - Australian cities are increasingly pursuing compact settlement. This paper explores the opportunities to use urban structure to promote productivity growth. It examines the contribution of population and employment density and travel times. Download Policy Paper 9 Download
- [Policy Thinkers Series [10] Moving People > The value of getting there: mobility for stronger Australian regions](https://bic.asn.au/policy-thinkers-series-10-published-may-2018-the-value-of-getting-there-mobility-for-stronger-australian-regions/) - Mobility is a fundamental requirement for well-functioning regions and for the wellbeing of their residents (and visitors). This Paper first examines the potential for agglomerationeconomies from mobility improvements in Australian regions, concluding that this prospect is most likely to be relevant for those regions with the largest urban centres (e.g. 200,000 population). Download Policy Paper
- [Policy Thinkers Series [11] > Moving People in the Future: Land passenger transport and “new” mobility technology](https://bic.asn.au/policy-thinkers-series-11-published-june-2019-moving-people-in-the-future-land-passenger-transport-and-new-mobility-technology/) - This Paper explores socio-economic trends and their interaction with new technologies, largely by developing optimistic and pessimistic scenarios about how the future of land passenger transport might emerge in coming years.Policy measures to help ensure that emerging transport technologies are net contributors to social welfare are outlined, including transport pricing reform, urban land use/transport planning
- [Keolis Downer is a Workplace Hero](https://bic.asn.au/keolis-downer-is-a-workplace-hero/) - This video thanks all of the Keolis Downer teams across Australia who are keeping public transport operating during COVID-19, making a huge difference for essential travellers across Australia. This is a Covid-19 story from the Australian bus and coach industry.
- [Moving Australia 2030](https://bic.asn.au/moving-australia-2030-2/) - Michael Apps Executive Director of the Bus Industry Confederation highlights that moving people, transport and accessibility to our cities, regions, “our knowledge centres” is a critical issue in the lead up to the Federal Election – made evident by the convergence of Gillard and Abbott in Rooty Hill in previous weeks.
- [Day in the Life](https://bic.asn.au/day-in-the-life/) - Day in the Life DVD – a snapshot of the Bus Industry Operators, Manufacturers & Suppliers. An in-depth look at amazing career opportunities in the Australian bus and coach industry. Everything from mechanical and driving buses and coaches, to transport and urban planning, financial and operations management and heaps more…..
- [Making our cities the best they can be](https://bic.asn.au/making-our-cities-the-best-they-can-be/) - The Bus Industry Confederation produced this short 4 minute video in 2015 on making our cities the best they can be.
- [BIC Submission to the NTC's Heavy Vehicle Charging Determination](https://bic.asn.au/bic-submission-to-the-ntcs-heavy-vehicle-charging-determination/) - The Bus Australia Network (with significant input from BusVIC and Professor John Stanley), submitted its response to the NTC’s public consultation on its heavy vehicle charging determination for 2022-2023.The cost allocation methodology proposed by the NTC included significant changes from the previous approaches of the NTC. The BAN identified 2 particular high impact changes in
- [BIC Submission into the modernisation to the Disability Standards for Accessible Public Transport 2002 (Transport Standards)](https://bic.asn.au/bic-submission-into-the-modernisation-to-the-disability-standards-for-accessible-public-transport-2002-transport-standards/) - This submission is a response to an email request from the Disabilities Transport Access Secretariat (Department of Infrastructure, Transport, Regional Development and Communications) on July 21, 2020 from Ms Jessica Hall and Mr Kevin Cocks AM, respective Chairs of the National Accessible Transport Steering Committee and the National Accessible Transport Taskforce (NATT). This submission provides
- [BIC Submission to the NTC's Assessing Fitness to Drive](https://bic.asn.au/bic-submission-to-the-ntcs-assessing-fitness-to-drive/) - The National Transport Commission conducted a review of their draft guideline on Assessing Fitness to Drive for Commercial and Private Vehicle Drivers (AFD). Primarily, the publication provides guidelines for medical and health professionals and licensing/transport authorities. The guidelines does not provide any standards for Employers who are predominantly reliant on the Employee to self-report. The
- [BIC Submission to the NHVR's National Heavy Vehicle Safety Strategy 2021-2025](https://bic.asn.au/bic-submission-to-the-nhvrs-national-heavy-vehicle-safety-strategy-2021-2025/) - The BIC provided a response to the Consultation Draft of the Heavy Vehicle Safety Strategy 2021-25 (Strategy). The Strategy will be supported by an Action Plan, produced annually, which will outline the activities, responsibilities, and timeframes for delivery that the NHVR will undertake over the five-year life of the Strategy. The Strategy is aligned to
- [BIC Submission to the Consultation Draft of the National Road Safety Strategy 2021-30](https://bic.asn.au/bic-submission-to-the-consultation-draft-of-the-national-road-safety-strategy-2021-30/) - This submission provides a response to the Office of Road Safety and their National Road Safety Strategy 2021-2030. The BIC addresses regional and remote access with better transport options, heavy vehicle safety and regulation, and outlines a 10-point action plan for a national bus safety strategy. The main issues raised by the BIC were: Better
- [BIC Submission to the NTC's Phase 2 of the review of Heavy Vehicle National Law](https://bic.asn.au/bic-submission-to-the-ntcs-phase-2-of-the-review-of-heavy-vehicle-national-law/) - In BIC’s submission to the NTC, we support HVNL that recognises that one size does not fit all when it comes to HV law – different sectors have different needs. HVNL needs to recognise the difference between truck and bus and the task undertaken including technical issues with vehicles and contracted operations – including specific
- [BIC Submission to the Productivity Commission's National Transport Regulatory Reform Review](https://bic.asn.au/bic-submission-to-the-productivity-commissions-national-transport-regulatory-reform-review/) - In this submission, the BIC calls again for a reform that recognises the task of the bus cannot be categorised with other heavy vehicle classes carrying freight. The bus and coach industry is arguably the most heavily regulated sector in the heavy vehicle industry. Generally, this regulation occurs via state-based transport legislation rather than Heavy
- [BIC Submission to the draft Regulation Impact Statement (RIS) on its Heavy Vehicle Emission Standards for Cleaner Air [Euro VI]](https://bic.asn.au/bic-submission-to-the-draft-regulation-impact-statement-ris-on-its-heavy-vehicle-emission-standards-for-cleaner-air-euro-vi/) - This BIC submission supports Euro VI (conditional) early implementation dates and equivalent alternative standards. On 26 February 2021, the BIC provided a submission to the Department of Infrastructure, Transport, Regional Development and Communications on its draft Regulation Impact Statement (RIS) on its Heavy Vehicle Emission Standards for Cleaner Air [Euro VI]. The Department in its
- [Bus Rapid Transport](https://bic.asn.au/bus-rapid-transport/) - Bus Rapid Transport - Transport Solutions for Australian Communities
- [Australia and America - promoting and enhancing passenger transport in our regions](https://bic.asn.au/australia-and-america-promoting-and-enhancing-passenger-transport-in-our-regions/) - The American Public Transport Association (APTA) and the Bus Industry Confederation (BIC) are world partners in sharing initiatives, knowledge, expertise and resources; and the active pursuit and promotion of programs for the development of quality passenger bus services in the United States and in Australia. The two Associations signed a Memorandum of Understanding in May
- [Moving People for a Growing Australia](https://bic.asn.au/moving-people-for-a-growing-australia/) - Public Transport is integral to the sustainability of our cities, towns and regions, the quality of life in our nation, economic growth, protection of our environment and improvements in health, education and other social opportunities through the access it provides to services. By adopting a Moving People vision we can address a growing passenger transport
- [UITP hits the world with its Grow With Public Transport Campaign](https://bic.asn.au/uitp-hits-the-world-with-its-grow-with-public-transport-campaign/) - UITP in August 2013 launched a world wide campaign to create LIVEABLE cities, communities and WINNING businesses by Growing With Public Transport. The primary objectives of the campaign is to: Convey a common message (all together for public transport growth) in as many cities as possible Combine the efforts of all the sector’s stakeholders to make their voice stronger
- [Best in World BRT Systems](https://bic.asn.au/best-in-world-brt-systems/) - Take a closer look at leading BRT Systems in 3 major cities: Brisbane, AustraliaCuritiba, BrazilBogota, Colombia Find out why these cities decided to invest in a BRT system for their citizens over any other transport system.
- [Moving Beyond the Automobile](https://bic.asn.au/moving-beyond-the-automobile/) - Moving Beyond the Automobile is a project of Streetfilms. Streetfilms produces videos that show how cities around the world are reclaiming their roadways for pedestrians, cyclists and transit riders. Streetfilms website
- [World's coolest bus!](https://bic.asn.au/worlds-coolest-bus/) - Riding the bus has never been cooler than in this successful Midttrafik commercial by M2Film. The bus is big and long, it has panorama windows, designer seats and a cool driver -- yeah... It's cool!
- [Worlds Coolest bus driver!](https://bic.asn.au/worlds-coolest-bus-driver/) - Scania Australia hosted the inaugural Young Australian Bus Driver (YABD) of the Year National Finals at Flemington Racecourse on Saturday 17 November. YABD sees 12 young bus drivers compete in the National Final for the $10,000 prize by demonstrating their on-road driving ability, as well as their skill in manoeuvring a bus through an obstacle course
- [110 Things to do on a Bus](https://bic.asn.au/110-things-to-do-on-a-bus/) - This innovative DVD produced by Arriva takes a look at 110 things that people do on a bus on their route 110 Wakefield to Leeds. Arriva employs about 47,500 people and delivers more than 1.5 billion passenger journeys across 12 European countries every year. Check out Arriva UK.
- [Moving Australia 2030](https://bic.asn.au/moving-australia-2030/) - Public Transport is integral to the sustainability of our cities, towns and regions, the quality of life in our nation, economic growth, protection of our environment and improvements in health, education and other social opportunities through the access it provides to services.
- [TOPS_2020_March](https://bic.asn.au/tops_2020_march/) - 18% of Australians nominated infrastructure as one of the two highest priority issues in Australia today, slightly down from 19% in March 2019. In the March 2020, 7% of Australians nominated transport as one of the two highest priority issues in Australia today, down from 10% in March 2019. 33% of Australians said that the
- [TOPS_2019_March](https://bic.asn.au/tops_2019_march/) - 19% of Australians nominated infrastructure as one of the two highest priority issues in Australia today, slightly up from 17% in March 2018. In the March 2019 quarter, 10% of Australians nominated transport as one of the two highest priority issues in Australia today, slightly up from 9% in March 2018. 31% of Australians said
- [TOPS_2018_September](https://bic.asn.au/tops_2018_september/) - A majority of Australians would like to see existing road usage charges, such as fuel excises and vehicle registration fees, replaced with charges more directly linked to the distance and time of day that they travel. Seven out of ten Australians support the replacement of existing fuel excises with a charge based on distance
- [TOPS_2018_March](https://bic.asn.au/tops_2018_march/) - Car sharing services such as GoGet Oneway and Car2Share are growing in popularity amongst travellers at the expense of taxi and ride sharing services such as Uber. Support for one-way car share services was strongest amongst TOPS participants in South Australia (68 percent), followed by Queensland (67 percent) and Western Australia (64 percent). When asked
- [TOPS_2017_September](https://bic.asn.au/tops_2017_september/) - Australians are looking forward to self-driving cars but are unlikely to share their vehicles with other travellers contrary to predictions made by transport experts and the motor industry. Road congestion in our major cities is unlikely to ease with the arrival of self-drive cars and could be worse than it is today. One in four
- [TOPS_2017_March](https://bic.asn.au/tops_2017_march/) - Fewer than half of Australian travellers believe that the nation’s roads are “relatively safe” while a declining number of people have confidence in transport in their local area. Around 60 percent of participants said that at least one major accident occurred on their regular routes every three months. Nearly 20 percent of West Australians said

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- [Home](https://bic.asn.au/) - Bus Industry Confederation (BIC) consults on public transport and people movement across Australian federal, state and territory governments and jurisdictions.
- [Associated Services Providers](https://bic.asn.au/associated-services-providers/) - Associated Services Providers Group Association Members Bus & Coach Operators Public and Urban Transport (APTIA) Body Manufacturers Chassis Manufacturers Small Bus Manufacturers Seat Suppliers Aircondition Suppliers Associated Services Providers A global leader in electric vehicle charging solutions, ABB offers AC and DC charging hardware, digital services, and advanced energy and fleet management solutions. ABTC, a
- [Public and Urban Transport Groups (APTIA)](https://bic.asn.au/public-and-urban-transport-groups-aptia/) - Public and Urban Transport (APTIA Association Members Bus & Coach Operators Public and Urban Transport (APTIA) Body Manufacturers Chassis Manufacturers Small Bus Manufacturers Seat Suppliers Aircondition Suppliers Associated Services Providers Australian Transit Group www.austransit.com.au Busways Group www.busways.com.au Cooma Coaches www.coomacoaches.com.au ComfortDelGro Corporation Australia www.cdcbus.com.au Keolis www.keolis.au Kinetic www.wearekinetic.com Murrays Australia www.murrays.com.au Transit Systems www.transitsystems.com.au Warrnambool
- [How to Join BIC](https://bic.asn.au/how-to-join-bic/) - Apply for membership Bus Industry Confederation membership comes with a list of bespoke benefits. Become a part of the national body for the Australian bus and coach industry. The Australian bus and coach industry, viewed from the outside, may seem simple enough but the reality is – as a collective of varying businesses – we
- [Publications](https://bic.asn.au/publications/) - Publications | Submissions | Consultations The Bus Industry Confederation regularly responds to invitations from government departments, authorities, committees and inquiries to share its opinions or provide feedback informing decision making and policies. From time to time, the BIC also commissions topical research, further developed into valuable industry resources. Below are the BIC’s most recent publications…
- [Body Manufacturers Group](https://bic.asn.au/body-manufacturers-group/) - Body Manufacturers Association Members Bus & Coach Operators Public and Urban Transport (APTIA) Body Manufacturers Chassis Manufacturers Small Bus Manufacturers Seat Suppliers Aircondition Suppliers Associated Services Providers Bus Stop Sales A wholly Australian owned and operated business, Bus Stop is a trusted bus supply partner with many new and used vehicles for sale across Australia.
- [Chassis Manufacturers Group](https://bic.asn.au/chassis-manufacturers-group/) - Chassis Manufacturers Association Members Bus & Coach Operators Public and Urban Transport (APTIA) Body Manufacturers Chassis Manufacturers Small Bus Manufacturers Seat Suppliers Aircondition Suppliers Associated Services Providers Aluminium Revolutionary Chassis Company (ARCC) Australian designed and built, ARCC’s lightweight bolted aluminium chassis is optimized to address the new sustainability requirements of the mass transit industry. ARCC
- [Conference](https://bic.asn.au/conference/) - Join us for Australia’s premier bus and coach industry event of the year Held on Hamilton Island, Queensland from 15 to 17 November 2026, the Bus Industry Confederation's National Conference (BNC26) is geared to industry executives, senior managers and government representatives alike, though all within and supporting the sector are welcome to attend. The conference
- [BIC Council](https://bic.asn.au/the-bic-council/) - BIC Council Under the new BIC Constitution, the Council now serves in an advisory capacity, reporting directly to the BIC Board. The composition of Council members is as follows: Bus and Coach Operators Group Tony Hopkins, Council Chair| CEO CDC Regional Australia Division, ComfortDelGro Corporation Australia Rolf Mitchell, State Manager (Bus), Keolis Australia and New Zealand Wayne
- [Association Members](https://bic.asn.au/association-members/) - Association Members Association Members Bus & Coach Operators Public and Urban Transport (APTIA) Body Manufacturers Chassis Manufacturers Small Bus Manufacturers Seat Suppliers Aircondition Suppliers Associated Services Providers Bus Australia Network BusNSW With the private bus industry being a major provider of public transport in New South Wales, the Bus & Coach Association of New South
- [Bus & Coach Operators Group](https://bic.asn.au/bus-coach-operators-group/) - Bus & Coach Operators Association Members Bus & Coach Operators Public and Urban Transport (APTIA) Body Manufacturers Chassis Manufacturers Small Bus Manufacturers Seat Suppliers Aircondition Suppliers Associated Services Providers Brisbane City Council Brisbane City Council has a number of road and transport projects in progress to improve Brisbane’s road, pedestrian and public transport networks. If
- [BIC Secretariat](https://bic.asn.au/bic-secretariat/) - BIC Secretariat The Canberra Secretariat was established in 2002 as the sector’s voice for national policy and advocacy at the federal and state levels. Get in touch with any of our specialist team who can assist with your enquiry… Varenya Mohan-Ram Chief Executive Officer With over 30 years of strategic management, government and cross-sector experience,
- [BIC Board](https://bic.asn.au/bic-board/) - BIC Board The BIC Board comprises senior industry leaders who reflect the breadth and diversity of our membership. It sets the strategic direction of the organisation and is structured as follows: Board Chair Tony Hopkins CEO, CDC Regional Australia Division, ComfortDelGro Corporation Australia Linkedin Board Deputy Chair Steve Heanes Managing DirectorIrizar – Asia Pacific Region
- [Governance &  Strategy](https://bic.asn.au/governance-strategy/) - Governance and Strategy As the leading industry association for the bus and coach industry sector, the Bus Industry Confederation is committed to maintaining the highest standards of governance to ensure transparency, accountability, and ethical conduct across all our operations. Our governance framework is designed to promote integrity and trust, encompassing clear policies and procedures that
- [National Industry Awards](https://bic.asn.au/awards/) - Welcome to the National Industry Awards A member benefit for BIC and/or state bus association members, the Awards recognise excellence within Australian bus and coach. In 2026, the BIC Council will award eight industry awards at the BIC National Conference on Hamilton Island... AWARDS: National Achiever Award National Safety Award National Environment and Innovation Award
- [News & Media](https://bic.asn.au/media-corner/) - News and media Search Nominations for APTIA Council are now open 10 August 2026 August 10, 2026 Nominations for APTIA Council are now open Dear Members, In accordance with the Australian Public Transport Industrial Association’s Rules, nominations for Council positions are now open. Nominations strictly close at... Read More Seatbelts are priceless – BIC calls
- [BIC Members](https://bic.asn.au/bic-members/) - BIC Membership Bus Industry Confederation membership comes with a list of bespoke benefits. Become a part of the national body for the Australian bus and coach industry. Download the BIC Membership Guide | Apply for membership >> The Australian bus and coach industry, viewed from the outside, may seem simple enough but the reality is
- [Small Bus Manufacturers Group](https://bic.asn.au/small-bus-manufacturers-group/) - Small Bus Manufacturers Association Members Bus & Coach Operators Public and Urban Transport (APTIA) Body Manufacturers Chassis Manufacturers Small Bus Manufacturers Seat Suppliers Aircondition Suppliers Associated Services Providers Builder of full coach bodies on existing Isuzu and Iveco truck chassis. I-Bus Australia offer an extensive range of custom built four wheel drive vehicles that will
- [Contact](https://bic.asn.au/contact/) - Get in touch Bus Industry Confederation Secretariat | Level 1/14-16 Brisbane Ave, Barton ACT 2600 PO Box 6171, Kingston, ACT, 2604 +61 (2) 6247 5990 Please enable JavaScript in your browser to complete this form. Name * First Last Phone Email * Comment or Message * Custom Captcha * = Submit
- [Subscribe to BIC's National E-Bulletin](https://bic.asn.au/subscribe-ebulletin/) - Subscribe to Transmission (eBulletin) Thank you for your interest in subscribing to Transmission. We promise that the information we collect on this subscription form will only be used for correspondence from BIC. Our systems comply with the Privacy Act and any information you submit to us is encrypted and not accessible in any public domain.
- [Conferences & Events](https://bic.asn.au/conferences-events/) - Coming in 2025 The BIC offers a program of regular, benefit-driven events showcasing the latest industry insights, development and training. Our open events are forums for stakeholder discovery and engagement, while our member-only occasions serve as discussion platforms between government, regulators and industry. National Conference | Provides BIC members, government representatives and the greater industry
- [Aircondition Suppliers Group](https://bic.asn.au/aircondition-suppliers-group/) - Aircondition Suppliers Association Members Bus & Coach Operators Public and Urban Transport (APTIA) Body Manufacturers Chassis Manufacturers Small Bus Manufacturers Seat Suppliers Aircondition Suppliers Associated Services Providers Coachair provides HVAC solutions to the bus and coach industry worldwide. The head office is in Sydney, Australia, while manufacturing and assembly is currently in KL Malaysia. Hispacold
- [Events](https://bic.asn.au/event-directory/) - All Events Calendar Searching What do you want to search for? 10 Event(s) found Current Month Date Title Color Post Date Past & Future Events All Only Past Events Only Future Events Event Type All Awards BIC event Bus Show Conference Congress Expo Forum Function Industry event Seminar State Association Event Summit Symposium Webinar Event
- [Seat Suppliers Group](https://bic.asn.au/seat-suppliers-group/) - Seat Suppliers Association Members Bus & Coach Operators Public and Urban Transport (APTIA) Body Manufacturers Chassis Manufacturers Small Bus Manufacturers Seat Suppliers Aircondition Suppliers Associated Services Providers McConnell Seats Australia McConnell Seats Australia manufacture and sell seat systems for luxury coaches, day charter/school bus, urban buses and rail/light rail systems. Their commitments to quality and
- [Associated Services Providers Group](https://bic.asn.au/associated-services-providers-group/) - Associated Services Providers Group Association Members Bus & Coach Operators Public and Urban Transport (APTIA) Body Manufacturers Chassis Manufacturers Small Bus Manufacturers Seat Suppliers Aircondition Suppliers Associated Services Providers A global leader in electric vehicle charging solutions, ABB offers AC and DC charging hardware, digital services, and advanced energy and fleet management solutions. ABTC, a
- [Zero Emissions Advisories](https://bic.asn.au/zero-emissions-advisories/) - Zero Emissions Technology Bus and Coach Safety Advisories As part of the Heavy Vehicle Safety Initiative Funding Agreement administered by the National Heavy Vehicle Regulator, we’ve developed a series of bus and coach safety advisories for zero emissions technology. The series provides information relating to heavy vehicle standards and specifications, safe vehicle operations, vehicle maintenance
- [Privacy Policy](https://bic.asn.au/privacy-policy/) - Privacy Policy What information do we collect? We only collect information from you when you register: as a susbscriber to our newsletters to attend an event hosted by the Bus Industry Confederation or the Australian Public Transporte Industrial Association to respond to feedback or survey forms. When registering on our site, as appropriate, you may
- [Industry Stats](https://bic.asn.au/industry-stats/) - Industry Statistics Everyday, more Australians are transported by bus and coach on the nation’s road network than rail – even in our largest capital cities. Buses and coaches offer an alternative to the car, plus provide a vital lifeline to individuals and communities, promoting social inclusion and access to education, healthcare, employment and social opportunities.
- [BIC Committees](https://bic.asn.au/bic-committees/) - Committees and Working Groups Our committees and associated sub-committees are established to assist the BIC Secretariat manage the range of issues and initiatives we undertake. The role of any committee is to advise or make recommendations to the Council, or to make decisions only where expressly delegated to do so. The committees, subservient to the
- [Advocacy & Policy](https://bic.asn.au/advocacy-policy/) - Advocacy and Policy We focus heavily on developing evidence-based policies that go on to inform our advocacy, keeping us at the forefront of innovation. Broad in our scope, we connect our research, policy and advocacy efforts (affecting active and public transport) with core issues such as the economy, health, wellbeing, land use and the environment.
- [About BIC](https://bic.asn.au/who-we-are/) - About BIC Since its establishment in Canberra, the BIC has embodied a moving people vision and strategy to foster better public transport outcomes and planning for ‘liveable’ cities and regions. Through this focus, we’ve become well regarded as the lead organisation for consultation on public transport and people movement across federal and state and territory governments and
- [BIC History](https://bic.asn.au/brief-history-of-bic/) - History of the Bus Industry Confederation The Bus Industry Confederation (BIC) had its beginnings in its predecessor, the Australian Bus and Coach Association (ABCA), which was established in 1981 with membership initially comprising bus and coach private operators and later all state bus representative bodies. In 1994, the ABCA was renamed the Bus Industry Confederation
- [Recruitment and Retention](https://bic.asn.au/recruitment-and-retention/) - Recruitment and Retention On the same bus The BIC Council and members of APTIA, the industrial arm of BIC, provided funds through a special levy to undertake extensive qualitative research to identify the underlying factors impacting the image of the bus and coach industry. The aim was to make recommendations that would improve recruitment and
- [Workforce](https://bic.asn.au/workforce/) - Workforce Recruitment and retention
- [2024 Bus & Coach Show | Media Kit](https://bic.asn.au/2024-bus-coach-show-media-kit/) - 2024 Bus & Coach Show | Media Kit Welcome to the 2024 Bus and Coach Show Media Kit, featuring a variety of graphical and textual assets you can use to support and promote this year's event. Unless otherwise stated, all imagery has a RGB colour signature and 72dpi resolution (best for web, social media and
- [Show](https://bic.asn.au/show/) - National Conferences National Awards National & International Event Calendar Past BIC Events National Conferences National Awards National & International Event Calendar Past BIC Events The National Bus and Coach Show 2024 will be held at the Brisbane Convention and Exhibition Centre on 17-18 September 2024. Show will see a large array of products and services
- [Summit](https://bic.asn.au/summit/) - National Conferences National Awards National & International Event Calendar Past BIC Events National Conferences National Awards National & International Event Calendar Past BIC Events The National Summits hosted by the BIC each year provide an opportunity for the bus and coach industry to learn about the latest developments and future thinking in specific industry focussed
- [2022 Summit](https://bic.asn.au/2022-summit/) - Summit Home 2022 Summit Presentations Speaker Bios Summit Home 2022 Summit Presentations Speaker Bios National Bus Industry Summit - Canberra - 28th and 29th June 2022 Thank you to all members who took the opportunity to join us for the 2022 Bus Industry Summit (Summit) here in Canberra. The Summit was a huge success with
- [2022 Summit Presentations](https://bic.asn.au/2022-summit-presentations/) - 2022 BIC National Summit 28 and 29 June 2022 Summit Speakers 2022 Summit Presentations 2022 BIC National Summit 28 and 29 June 2022 Summit Speakers 2022 Summit Presentations Tuesday, 28 June, 2022 What industry can expect in the reforms of disability transport standards and heavy vehicle law Madonna Woodhead, National Policy Manager – Bus Industry
- [2023 Bus Industry Summit](https://bic.asn.au/summit2023/) - The 2023 Bus Industry Summit will be held at the stunning Hotel Realm, Canberra on 21 and 22 March 2023. Spanning two-days the Summit will bring together BIC Members, Government representatives and the greater industry, with a platform to network, share data, trends and technological innovations, and hear about National Heavy Vehicle Law, Zero Emissions
- [2022 Conference Presentations](https://bic.asn.au/2022-conference-presentations/) - Program & Registration Conference Speakers Accommodation Conference Partners & Sponsors National Awards Bus Auction 2022 Conference Speakers Partners and Sponsors Speakers Presentations National Awards BIC Auction Bus Partners and Sponsors Speakers Presentations National Awards BIC Auction Bus CONFERENCE OPENING Opening AddressTony Hopkins – Chair of BIC and Chief Executive Officer, Regional Australia Division of ComfortDelGro
- [2022 Summit Speakers](https://bic.asn.au/2022-summit-speakers/) - 2022 BIC National Summit 28 and 29 June 2022 Summit Speakers 2022 Summit Presentations 2022 BIC National Summit 28 and 29 June 2022 Summit Speakers 2022 Summit Presentations Tuesday, 28 June 2022 Summit Opening Tony Hopkins is the Chair of BIC and Chief Executive Officer, Regional Australia Division of ComfortDelGro Corporation Australia (CDC). A transport,
- [2022 Conference Speakers](https://bic.asn.au/2022-conference-speakers/) - Program & Registration Conference Speakers Accommodation Conference Partners & Sponsors National Awards Bus Auction 2022 Conference Speakers Partners and Sponsors Speakers Presentations National Awards BIC Auction Bus Partners and Sponsors Speakers Presentations National Awards BIC Auction Bus Monday, 14 November 2022 BIC Chair Welcome Tony Hopkins – Chair of BIC and Chief Executive Officer, Regional
- [2022 Bus Auction](https://bic.asn.au/2022-bus-auction/) - Program & Registration Conference Speakers Accommodation Conference Partners & Sponsors National Awards Bus Auction Partners and Sponsors Speakers Presentations National Awards BIC Auction Bus Partners and Sponsors Speakers Presentations National Awards BIC Auction Bus 2022 BIC Auction Bus - SOLD! - $395,200 A new bus is pulling up at a ComfortDelGro Cabcharge Depot! Make a
- [2022 National Awards](https://bic.asn.au/2022-national-awards/) - Program & Registration Conference Speakers Accommodation Conference Partners & Sponsors National Awards Bus Auction Partners and Sponsors Speakers Presentations National Awards BIC Auction Bus Partners and Sponsors Speakers Presentations National Awards BIC Auction Bus 2022 National Industry Awards The Australian Industry Awards are an opportunity to recognise and reward excellence within every facet of the Australian bus
- [2022 Conference Program and Registration](https://bic.asn.au/2022-conference-program-and-registration/) - Program & Registration Conference Speakers Accommodation Conference Partners & Sponsors National Awards Bus Auction 2022 Conference Program and Registration This year’s program included special addresses to delegates from a number of key politicians from the Government and Opposition as well as the Queensland Government and local Brisbane Government. The program ‘set the scene’ with 2
- [2022 Conference Partners and Sponsors](https://bic.asn.au/2022-conference-partners-and-sponsors/) - Program & Registration Conference Speakers Accommodation Conference Partners & Sponsors National Awards Bus Auction Partners and Sponsors Speakers Presentations National Awards BIC Auction Bus Partners and Sponsors Speakers Presentations National Awards BIC Auction Bus Conference Partners The Bus Industry Confederation is proudly supported by the Department of Transport and Main Roads, Queensland Government Government Partners
- [2022 Flash your Badge](https://bic.asn.au/2022-flash-your-badge/) - Partners and Sponsors Speakers Presentations National Awards BIC Auction Bus Partners and Sponsors Speakers Presentations National Awards BIC Auction Bus Flash your Badge The Bus Industry Confederation and Coachair Australia are pleased to offer special discounts to various venues around Brisbane for all delegates. Unless otherwise stated in the below, when making your bookings for
- [2022 Conference Accommodation](https://bic.asn.au/2022-conference-accommodation/) - Program & Registration Conference Speakers Accommodation Conference Partners & Sponsors National Awards Bus Auction Partners and Sponsors Speakers Presentations National Awards BIC Auction Bus Partners and Sponsors Speakers Presentations National Awards BIC Auction Bus 2022 Conference Accommodation This year, the BIC has teamed up with Accommodation Link to provide delegates with an online booking system
- [Summit Survey](https://bic.asn.au/summit-survey/) - Summit Home 2022 Summit Presentations Speaker Bios Summit Home 2022 Summit Presentations Speaker Bios 2022 National Bus Industry Summit Survey The BIC wishes to thank the more than 260 delegates who attended the BIC’s National Bus Industry Summit in Canberra. We would love to hear the views of our delegates about the content of the
- [BIC's latest National Navigators](https://bic.asn.au/bics-latest-national-navigators/) - Industry's New National Navigators Foton Mobility is an Australian owned distributor of new energy heavy vehicles. Foton sources the best overseas technology to lead the zero emissions transport revolution in Australia. The core focus of Foton is to provide a reliable product, a trusted after-sales service, and a ‘package solution’ for all Zero Emission Bus
- [Summit Accommodation](https://bic.asn.au/summit-accommodation/) - Summit Home 2022 Summit Presentations Speaker Bios Summit Home 2022 Summit Presentations Speaker Bios The BIC has arranged an accommodation deal with Doma Hotels at 4 of their properties all located in the Barton precinct. Receive 20% discount on the hotels advertised rate of the day when making your booking online at the hotel web
- [bus-breakdown](https://bic.asn.au/bus-breakdown/) - The Essential Guide for Managing a Bus Breakdown Download the Bus Breakdown GuideDownload (or click here to order a print copy) Download the 3 minute video (200mb)Download Download the Practical Workplace Templates Download Download the Community Awareness Campaign Communications Toolkit Download One of the most common hazards in the bus and coach industry is the
- [Bus Breakdown Guide Request](https://bic.asn.au/bus-breakdown-guide-request/) - Use the below form to submit your request for a print copy of the Bus Breakdown Guide (2022). Please note that this guide is applicable to Australian road conditions and rules. Our systems comply with the Privacy Act and any information you submit to us is encrypted and not accessible in any public domain. Your
- [Have your say on ZERO](https://bic.asn.au/have-your-say-on-zero/) - Have your say on ZERO A rapid transition to Zero Emissions Buses (ZEBs) is occurring across Australia. This transition is outpacing the governments’ ability to develop an appropriate policy and regulatory framework which will ensure the safe design, configuration, operation and maintenance of these heavy vehicles whose primary function is to move people. To fill this
- [Bus Fire Evacuation Protocol](https://bic.asn.au/bus-fire-evac/) - Bus Fire Evacuation Protocol In March 2019, the Bus Industry Confederation published an Advisory on Bus Fire Evacuation Protocols. The Advisory was developed as part of a safety project funded by the federal government through the Heavy Vehicle Safety Initiative Funding Agreement, administered by the National Heavy Vehicle Regulator (NHVR). The lead entity in delivering
- [Zero Emission Buses](https://bic.asn.au/zero-emission-buses/) - Where does the bus industry currently sit with zero emissions A rapid transition to Zero Emissions Buses (ZEBs) is occurring across Australia. This transition is outpacing the governments’ ability to develop an appropriate policy and regulatory framework which will ensure the safe design, configuration, operation and maintenance of these heavy vehicles whose primary function is
- [2020 bus fleet stats](https://bic.asn.au/industry-stats/2020-bus-fleet-stats/) - Fleet on the Road – 2020 Fast Facts Industry Statistics What is a bus Bus Manufacturing Fleet on the Road Bus Operations Bus Passengers Long Distance, Tour and Charter Fast facts about the bus industry can be accessed by using the above quick-links. These statistics were last updated and verified in October 2020. In February
- [Unsubscribe](https://bic.asn.au/unsubscribe/) - Unsubscribe from BIC National E-Bulletins This page enables you to de-activate a newsletter subscription with the Bus Industry Confederation. Please enter your current subscription email address and then click the “Unsubscribe” button to submit.
- [2020 bus manufacturing stats](https://bic.asn.au/industry-stats/2020-bus-manufacturing-stats/) - Bus Manufacturing - 2020 Fast Facts Industry Statistics What is a bus Bus Manufacturing Fleet on the Road Bus Operations Bus Passengers Long Distance, Tour and Charter Fast facts about the bus industry can be accessed by using the above quick-links. These statistics were last updated and verified in October 2020. The manufacturing supplies and
- [2020 What is a bus](https://bic.asn.au/industry-stats/2020-what-is-a-bus/) - What is a bus Industry Statistics What is a bus Bus Manufacturing Fleet on the Road Bus Operations Bus Passengers Long Distance, Tour and Charter The Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS) defines a bus [or coach], based on the current definition (1989) under Australian Design Rules (ADR) as a motor vehicle constructed for the carriage
- [2020 bus operations stats](https://bic.asn.au/industry-stats/2020-bus-operations-stats/) - Bus Operations – 2020 Fast Facts Industry Statistics What is a bus Bus Manufacturing Fleet on the Road Bus Operations Bus Passengers Long Distance, Tour and Charter Fast facts about the bus industry can be accessed by using the above quick-links. These statistics were last updated and verified in October 2020. The bus and coach
- [2019 National Moving People Conference Presentations](https://bic.asn.au/2019-bic-national-conference/) - 2019 Conference Speakers and Presentations Monday BIC Chairman Welcome Download Transcript Download Wayne Patch, Chairman – Bus Industry Confederation During a 20 year career with the Queensland government Wayne had considerable exposure to the bus industry which culminated in him heading up the government’s team to negotiate the introduction of the major passenger
- [Technical Resources](https://bic.asn.au/technical-resources/) - Industry Advisories Operator Guidelines Zero Emissions Advisories Industry Advisories Operator Guidelines Zero Emissions Advisories A significant part of the BIC’s mandate is to advocate for sensible regulation and national law on: heavy vehicle technical issues how buses and coaches operates on our roads workplace health and safety industrial relations. Much of this work goes on
- [2019 BIC National Conference Sponsors](https://bic.asn.au/2019-bic-national-conference-sponsors/) - Conference Partners Conference Pads and Pens Wednesday Guest Speaker | Speaker Panel Bus Seats Registration Desk and Tote Bag Conference Lanyard Conference Happy Hour Monday Conference Happy Hour Tuesday Partner Program Conference Stage Destination Sign Conference Plenary Session Conference Plenary Session Conference Plenary Session Conference Plenary Session Conference Plenary Session Conference Plenary Session
- [2020 long distance tour stats](https://bic.asn.au/industry-stats/2020-long-distance-tour-stats/) - Long Distance, Tour and Charter – 2020 Fast Facts Industry Statistics What is a bus Bus Manufacturing Fleet on the Road Bus Operations Bus Passengers Long Distance, Tour and Charter Fast facts about the bus industry can be accessed by using the above quick-links. These statistics were last updated and verified in October 2020. The
- [2020 bus passenger stats](https://bic.asn.au/industry-stats/2020-bus-passenger-stats/) - Bus Passengers – 2020 Fast Facts Industry Statistics What is a bus Bus Manufacturing Fleet on the Road Bus Operations Bus Passengers Long Distance, Tour and Charter Fast facts about the bus industry can be accessed by using the above quick-links. These statistics were last updated and verified in October 2020. In 2015-16 the bus
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## Events

- [Modern Awards and wage theft compliance - what bus and coach operators need to know](https://bic.asn.au/events/modern-awards-and-wage-theft-compliance-what-bus-and-coach-operators-need-to-know/) - Modern Awards and wage theft compliance – what bus and coach operators need to know 30 June 2026, 12.00pm-1.00pm Hosted by Kirsten Jongsma, BIC’s National Industrial Relations Manager The Bus Industry Confederation’s industrial arm APTIA hosted a practical webinar focused on modern award compliance in the bus and coach industry. This session helped operators understand
- [Technical Meeting | May 2026](https://bic.asn.au/events/technical-meeting-may-2026/) - Join us for our Technical Meeting for May 2026 Join us for our Quarterly BIC Technical Meeting — 26 May 2026, 11am (Canberra time) Our next Technical Meeting will cover the key regulatory and advocacy areas BIC has been actively working on, with important updates across several areas directly impacting your operations. The session will
- [BusNSW Xmas Function](https://bic.asn.au/events/busnsw-xmas-function/)
- [Technical Meeting | September 2025](https://bic.asn.au/events/technical-meeting-september-2025/) - Join us for our third Technical Meeting for 2025 New in 2025, our third Tech Meeting will cover four of the main areas that the BIC has advocated for and discussed extensively with members throughout the year. + Driver safety screens + Controlled access buses and challenges + Roll-over testing (ADR 59) + ZEB specification harmonisation The session
- [Webinar | Mandatory Climate-Related Financial Disclosures in Australia](https://bic.asn.au/events/webinar-mandatory-climate-related-financial-disclosures-in-australia/) - The Australian Government is introducing mandatory climate-related financial disclosures for large entities in our transition to net zero. Join us to learn about these Australian Sustainability Reporting Standards and how they support transparent and consistent ESG reporting. These requirements—which will also improve transparency and align with international standards (including ISSBs IFRS S2 and S1)—are legislated
- [BIC National Conference 2025](https://bic.asn.au/events/bic-national-conference-2025/) - Join us for Australia’s premier bus and coach industry event of the year Held at the Crown Perth in Western Australia from 29 to 31 October 2025, the Bus Industry Confederation’s National Conference (BNC25) is geared to industry executives, senior managers and government representatives alike, however, all interested parties within and supporting the sector are
- [QBIC Future Leaders Luncheon](https://bic.asn.au/events/qbic-future-leaders-luncheon/)
- [TasBus AGM and Networking Event](https://bic.asn.au/events/tasbus-conference-tba/)
- [National Industry Awards & Ceremony](https://bic.asn.au/events/national-industry-awards-ceremony/) - A member benefit for BIC and/or state bus association members, the Awards recognise and reward excellence within the Australian bus and coach industry. In 2025, eight industry awards will be presented at the BIC National Conference in Perth. National award categories… - Achiever - Safety - Environment and Innovation - Driver of the Year -
- [Technical Meeting | 27 May 2025](https://bic.asn.au/events/technical-meeting-27-may-2025/) - Join us for our mid-year Technical Meeting in 2025 The next Technical Meeting in 2025 will cover two key topics of discussion which the BIC has been dealing with extensively over recent months... 1. Different bus types and their correlation to operations 2. RVSA vehicle compliance and opt-in period ending The session will conclude with
- [BCA Conference](https://bic.asn.au/events/bca-conference/)
- [Technical Meeting](https://bic.asn.au/events/technical-meeting-31-january-2025/) - Join us for the first Technical Meeting of 2025. Learn about the latest on the technical front, along with issues affecting the industry in 2025. We'll be running through some of the top technical supplier and operator topics, and will conclude with an opportunity for members to ask questions. Please feel free to send us any
- [QBIC Christmas Function](https://bic.asn.au/events/qbic-christmas-function/)
- [BusWA APTIA Breakfast & BusWA Sponsors Appreciation Event](https://bic.asn.au/events/buswa-aptia-breakfast-buswa-sponsors-appreciation-event/)
- [BusWA BCI Bus Show](https://bic.asn.au/events/buswa-bci-bus-show/)
- [BusNSW Platinum and Gold Partners Luncheon](https://bic.asn.au/events/busnsw-platinum-and-gold-partners-luncheon-2/)
- [BusWorld Europe](https://bic.asn.au/events/busworld-europe/)
- [BusNSW Conference](https://bic.asn.au/events/busnsw-conference/)
- [BusNSW NextGen Leaders Forum](https://bic.asn.au/events/busnsw-nextgen-leaders-forum/)
- [UITP Summit](https://bic.asn.au/events/uitp-summit/)
- [PTAANZ Annual Conference and Gala Dinner 2025](https://bic.asn.au/events/ptaanz-annual-conference-and-gala-dinner-2025/) - The Public Transport Association Australia New Zealand (PTAANZ) is proud to present their fourth Annual Conference and Gala Dinner on Wednesday 22 October 2025, in Brisbane.
- [PTAANZ Symposium](https://bic.asn.au/events/ptaanz-symposium/)
- [BusSA Conference](https://bic.asn.au/events/bussa-conference/)
- [QBIC Annual Conference and Gala Dinner](https://bic.asn.au/events/qbic-annual-conference-and-gala-dinner/)
- [21 November 2024 - BIC Industry Awards Presentation](https://bic.asn.au/events/21-november-2024-bic-industry-awards-presentation/) - Hobart Tasmania Event Organized By: BIC Event Type: Awards On 21 November 2024, the Bus Industry Confederation.
- [BIC Webinar | Zero Emissions Technology Advisory 2](https://bic.asn.au/events/bic-webinar-zero-emissions-technology-advisory-2/) - 20 June 2024 # BIC Webinar | Zero Emissions Technology Advisory 2 Webinar Bus Industry Confederation
- [Technical Meeting | July 2024](https://bic.asn.au/events/technical-meeting-february-2024-2/) - Join us for the second Technical Meeting of 2024. Learn about the latest on the technical front, along with issues affecting the industry going into 2025. We'll be running through some of the top technical supplier and operator topics, and will conclude with an opportunity for members to ask questions. Register for webinar >>
- [[External] Bus and Coach Association New Zealand | Conference 2024](https://bic.asn.au/events/external-bus-and-coach-association-new-zealand-conference-2024/) - The BCA 2024 Conference, recognised as the largest annual NZ Bus and Coach industry event, will be bigger and better with breakout sessions, local and international and speakers, trade exhibitors, entertainment and dinners. Location: Due Drop Events Centre 770 Great South Road, Auckland, 2104, New Zealand (map)
- [National Industrial Relations Seminar](https://bic.asn.au/events/national-industrial-relations-seminar/) - In 2023, the Australian Public Transport Industrial Association set out to improve the image of the bus and coach industry. We invite you to join us at the official launch by Senator Tony Sheldon, ALP of the BIC/APTIA Recruitment and Retention Policy Manifesto and Workplace Toolkit. A National IR Seminar will follow, featuring top industry
- [[External] ZEB in ANZ: Learning Global to Act Local](https://bic.asn.au/events/external-zeb-in-anz-learning-global-to-act-local/) - 2024 marks the countdown towards Zero Emission Bus (ZEB) implementation across ANZ. Learn how other countries successfully met government policy commitments, achieved sustainable energy supply and more. Learn more and register on the UITP website >>
- [BusNSW | Member Conference](https://bic.asn.au/events/busnsw-member-conference/)
- [BusNSW | Regional Seminars (Southern NSW)](https://bic.asn.au/events/busnsw-regional-seminars-southern-nsw/)
- [BusNSW | Regional Seminars (Northern NSW)](https://bic.asn.au/events/busnsw-regional-seminars-northern-nsw-2/)
- [TasBus | Annual Conference and Dinner (JUNE 2024 DATE TBA)](https://bic.asn.au/events/tasbus-annual-conference-and-dinner-june-2024-date-tba/)
- [BusSA | Annual Conference](https://bic.asn.au/events/bussa-annual-conference/)
- [BusWA | Annual Conference](https://bic.asn.au/events/buswa-annual-conference/)
- [QBIC | Gold Coast regional Member Forum](https://bic.asn.au/events/qbic-gold-coast-regional-member-forum/)
- [QBIC | Cairns Regional Member Forum](https://bic.asn.au/events/qbic-cairns-regional-member-forum/)
- [QBIC | Cairns Partner Forum](https://bic.asn.au/events/qbic-cairns-partner-forum/)
- [QBIC | QBIC Future Leaders Luncheon](https://bic.asn.au/events/qbic-qbic-future-leaders-luncheon/)
- [QBIC | Chinchilla Regional Member Forum](https://bic.asn.au/events/qbic-chinchilla-regional-member-forum/)
- [QBIC | Gympie Regional Member Forum](https://bic.asn.au/events/qbic-gympie-regional-member-forum/)
- [QBIC | Toowoomba Regional Member Forum](https://bic.asn.au/events/qbic-toowoomba-regional-member-forum/)
- [QBIC | Annual Conference & Gala Dinner](https://bic.asn.au/events/qbic-annual-conference-gala-dinner/)
- [National Bus & Coach Show 2024](https://bic.asn.au/events/national-bus-coach-show-2024/) - The Bus Industry Confederation is hosting the National Bus and Coach Show Expo, be held at the Brisbane Convention & Exhibition Centre on 17 and 18 September 2024
- [BIC National Conference 2024 - 20-22 November 2024](https://bic.asn.au/events/bic-national-conference-2024/) - BIC National Conference On 20-22 November 2024, the Bus Industry Confederation is hosting the National Conference in Hobart, Tasmania.
- [BIC Annual National Conference - South Australia](https://bic.asn.au/events/bic-annual-national-conference-brisbane-november-13-16/) - The BIC National Conference aims to engage high level discussion on current and emerging issues, trends and challenges for our moving people industry. The program will include presentations from highly regarded policy leaders and thinkers to engage delegates on what our future cities and regions look like and future transport needs.
- [Bus Industry Summit 2023](https://bic.asn.au/events/bus-industry-summit-2023/)
- [Maintenance Conference & Trade Show, Melbourne](https://bic.asn.au/events/maintenance-conference-trade-show-melbourne/)
- [Bus SA Conference](https://bic.asn.au/events/bussa-conference-tbc/)
- [BusWA Sponsors and Industry Cocktail Party - Crown Perth](https://bic.asn.au/events/buswa-sponsors-and-industry-cocktail-party-perth/)
- [QBIC Annual Conference 2022 - Cairns](https://bic.asn.au/events/qbic-annual-conference-2022/) - QBIC Conference 2023 - Transition - Are We Ready The theme of Conference 2023 highlights a transitioning phase of our Industry, Diesel to Battery Electric and Hydrogen Electric Vehicles and paper-based systems to Ticketing and Tracking solutions. Again, we have endeavoured to deliver a program that is relevant and will add value or contribute to
- [BusNSW Delegates Forum/Christmas Function](https://bic.asn.au/events/busnsw-delegates-forum-christmas-function/)
- [BusNSW Platinum & Gold Partner's Luncheon](https://bic.asn.au/events/busnsw-platinum-gold-partners-luncheon-2/)
- [BusNSW Associate Member Seminar](https://bic.asn.au/events/busnsw-associate-member-seminar-3/)
- [BusNSW Online Regional Seminar](https://bic.asn.au/events/busnsw-online-regional-seminar/)
- [Boxing Day](https://bic.asn.au/events/boxing-day/)
- [Christmas Day](https://bic.asn.au/events/christmas-day/)
- [Melbourne Cup Day Public Holiday (Vic)](https://bic.asn.au/events/melbourne-cup-day-public-holiday-vic/)
- [Recreation Day (Tas)](https://bic.asn.au/events/recreation-day-tas/)
- [BusWA AGM and Bus Display](https://bic.asn.au/events/buswa-agm-and-bus-display/)
- [APTA TRANSform Conference and Expo (Orlando, FL, USA)](https://bic.asn.au/events/apta-transform-conference-seattle-wa-usa/) - APTA EXPO is the public transportation industry’s long- standing, premier resource for advancing mobility systems through a robust showcase of the latest-breaking technologies, products, and services. Find the solutions to increase and retain ridership, reinvent the rider experience, infuse technology to enhance convenience, improve security, transition to a more sustainable system, boost system-wide reliability, and
- [BusNSW Conference - Wollongong NSW](https://bic.asn.au/events/busnsw-conference-wollongong-nsw/)
- [QBIC Regional Member Forum - Cairns](https://bic.asn.au/events/qbic-regional-forum-cairns/)
- [QBIC Partner Forum - Cairns](https://bic.asn.au/events/partner-forum-cairns/)
- [BusNSW Young Leaders Forum](https://bic.asn.au/events/busnsw-nextgen-leaders-forum-2/) - Venue to be confirmed. Event by invitation only.
- [BusNSW Delegates Forum](https://bic.asn.au/events/busnsw-delegates-forum-2/)
- [QBIC Regional Members Forum - Chinchilla](https://bic.asn.au/events/qbic-regional-members-forum-toowoomba/)
- [QBIC Women in Industry Event](https://bic.asn.au/events/qbic-women-in-industry-event/)
- [BusNSW Associate Member Seminar](https://bic.asn.au/events/busnsw-associate-member-seminar-2/)
- [QBIC Regional Member Forum - Gympie](https://bic.asn.au/events/regional-member-forum-mareeba/)
- [Daylight Savings Commences (ACT, NSW, SA, Tas, Vic) [Ends 07/04/2024]](https://bic.asn.au/events/daylight-savings-commences-act-nsw-sa-tas-vic/)
- [APTIA Industrial Relations Breakfast - Perth (Hosted by TWUSUPER)](https://bic.asn.au/events/aptia-industrial-relations-breakfast-perth-hosted-by-twusuper/) - 4 October 2022 - Sydney - Venue TBC
- [APTIA Industrial Relations Breakfast - Sydney (Hosted by Navigate Work)](https://bic.asn.au/events/aptia-industrial-relations-breakfast-sydney/) - 4 October 2022 - Sydney - Venue TBC
- [APTIA Breakfast - Brisbane (Hosted by Piper Alderman)](https://bic.asn.au/events/aptia-industrial-relations-mini-seminar/)
- [APTIA Industrial Relations Breakfast - Melbourne (Hosted by KHQ Lawyers)](https://bic.asn.au/events/aptia-industrial-relations-breakfast-melbourne/)
- [Labour Day (ACT, NSW, SA) | King's Birthday (Qld)](https://bic.asn.au/events/kings-birthday-wa/)
- [Show Day Public Holiday (Brisbane)](https://bic.asn.au/events/show-day-public-holiday-brisbane/)
- [Picnic Day (NT)](https://bic.asn.au/events/picnic-day-nt/)
- [Queen’s Birthday (ACT, NSW, NT, SA, Tas, Vic)](https://bic.asn.au/events/queens-birthday-act-nsw-nt-sa-tas-vic/)
- [Western Australia Day (WA)](https://bic.asn.au/events/western-australia-day-wa/)
- [TasBus Conference & Dinner (Hobart)](https://bic.asn.au/events/tasbus-conference-dinner-hobart/)
- [Additional New Years Day Holiday](https://bic.asn.au/events/additional-new-years-day-holiday/)
- [Australia Day](https://bic.asn.au/events/australia-day/)
- [Royal Hobart Regatta (Hobart only)](https://bic.asn.au/events/royal-hobart-regatta-hobart-only/)
- [Labour Day (WA)](https://bic.asn.au/events/labour-day-wa/)
- [Canberra Day (ACT) | Adelaide Cup Day (SA) | Labour Day (Vic) | Eight Hours Day (Tas)](https://bic.asn.au/events/canberra-day-act-adelaide-cup-day-sa-labour-day-vic-eight-hours-day-tas/)
- [Easter](https://bic.asn.au/events/easter/)
- [Anzac Day](https://bic.asn.au/events/anzac-day/)
- [Labour Day (Qld) | May Day (NT)](https://bic.asn.au/events/labour-day-qld-may-day-nt/)
- [Reconciliation Day (ACT)](https://bic.asn.au/events/reconciliation-day-act/)
- [UITP Global Public Transport Summit (Barcelona, Spain)](https://bic.asn.au/events/uitp-global-public-transport-summit-barcelona-spain/) - The theme for the 2023 Global Public Transport Summit is ‘Bright Light of the City’. From 4-7 June 2023, mobility decision makers will come together in Barcelona for the UITP Global Public Transport Summit, the world’s biggest event dedicated to sustainable mobility. Covering all urban and regional transport modes across the globe, the Summit combines
- [BusNSW Delegates Forum](https://bic.asn.au/events/busnsw-delegates-forum/) - 16 May 2022
- [APTA Mobility Conference (Minneapolis, USA)](https://bic.asn.au/events/apta-mobility-conference-columbus-oh-usa/)
- [BusNSW Regional Seminars (Southern NSW)](https://bic.asn.au/events/busnsw-regional-seminars-northern-nsw/) - Monday 4 April 2022 (10:30am – 1:00pm) – Opal Cove Resort – Opal Boulevard, Coffs Harbour 2450 NSW. Tuesday 5 April 2022 (10:30am – 1:00pm) – Casino RSM Club - 162 Canterbury St, Casino 2470 NSW.
- [BusNSW Regional Seminars (Northern NSW)](https://bic.asn.au/events/busnsw-branch-agm-regional-seminars-southern-nsw/) - 21 to 24 March 2022
- [BusNSW Delegates Forum/AGM's](https://bic.asn.au/events/busnsw-delegates-forum-agms/) - 24 February 2022
- [New Years Day](https://bic.asn.au/events/new-years-day/)
- [QBIC Regional Member Forum - Toowoomba](https://bic.asn.au/events/regional-member-forum-toowoomba/) - 24 February 2023
- [National Bus Industry Summit](https://bic.asn.au/events/national-industry-summit/) - National Industry Summit - 28th and 29th June 2022 The National Industry Summit was previously scheduled to be held 1 and 2 March. Due to the extended Coronavirus infectious peak period (particularly along the Eastern board), the Summit is being rescheduled for 28th and 29th June. We anticipate that this coincide with the start of
- [Bus & Coach Association New Zealand Conference, Rotorua](https://bic.asn.au/events/bus-coach-association-new-zealand-conference-rotorua/) - Bus & Coach Association New Zealand Conference, Rotorua 9th to 11th October 2022
- [Thredbo 17 Conference (Sydney)](https://bic.asn.au/events/thredbo-17-conference-kobe-jpn/) - The postponed 17th conference of the International Conference Series on Competition and Ownership in Land Passenger Transport (The Thredbo Series) will be held in Sydney, Australia from 4 to 8th September, 2022. The Thredbo conference series has garnered a formidable reputation for being the premier international forum dedicated to the analysis and debate of competition
- [BusNSW Delegates Forum & Christmas Function - Sydney](https://bic.asn.au/events/busnsw-platinum-gold-partners-luncheon/) - 5 December 2022
- [QBIC Christmas Event - Brisbane](https://bic.asn.au/events/qbic-regional-members-forum-mareeba/) - 3 December 2022
- [BusNSW Platinum and Gold Partner’s Luncheon](https://bic.asn.au/events/busnsw-platinum-and-gold-partners-luncheon/) - 25 November 2022
- [Bus WA AGM and Bus Display](https://bic.asn.au/events/bus-wa-agm-and-bus-display/) - 15 July 2022 - Venue TBC
- [QBIC Regional Members Forum - Gympie](https://bic.asn.au/events/qbic-regional-members-forum-gympie/) - 11 June 2022
- [BusNSW Associate Member Seminar](https://bic.asn.au/events/busnsw-associate-member-seminar/) - 16 June 2022
- [Australasia Bus & Coach Expo](https://bic.asn.au/events/australasia-bus-coach-expo/) - The 2022 Australasia Bus and Coach Expo will be held on Wednesday 5 and Thursday 6 October 2022 at The Dome and Halls at Sydney Showground, Sydney Olympic Park. Executive Director of BusNSW, Matt Threlkeld said that BusNSW was excited to announce the new dates for 2022 after postponing the 2021 Expo due to COVID and the lockdown in

## My Library

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## Event Location

- [Sydney](https://bic.asn.au/event-location/sydney/)
- [Brisbane](https://bic.asn.au/event-location/brisbane/)
- [Hotel Realm Canberra](https://bic.asn.au/event-location/hotel-realm-canberra/)
- [Melbourne Show Grounds](https://bic.asn.au/event-location/melbourne-show-grounds/)
- [Grace Hotel Sydney](https://bic.asn.au/event-location/grace-hotel-sydney/)
- [Energy Events Centre](https://bic.asn.au/event-location/energy-events-centre/)
- [Pullman International Cairns](https://bic.asn.au/event-location/pullman-international-cairns/)
- [Hilton Minneapolis](https://bic.asn.au/event-location/hilton-minneapolis/)
- [Orange County Convention Center](https://bic.asn.au/event-location/orange-county-convention-center/)
- [Ascot Racecourse](https://bic.asn.au/event-location/ascot-racecourse/)
- [Adelaide](https://bic.asn.au/event-location/adelaide/)
- [Brisbane Convention Centre](https://bic.asn.au/event-location/brisbane-convention-centre/) - Brisbane Convention and Exhibition Centre
- [Adelaide Oval](https://bic.asn.au/event-location/adelaide-oval/)
- [Hotel Grand Chancellor](https://bic.asn.au/event-location/hotel-grand-chancellor/) - Hobart Tasmania
- [Virtual Event](https://bic.asn.au/event-location/virtual-event/)
- [Hotel Kurrajong Canberra](https://bic.asn.au/event-location/hotel-kurrajong-canberra/)
- [Wrest Point Hotel and Casino](https://bic.asn.au/event-location/wrest-point-hotel-and-casino/) - Hobart Tasmania
- [Crown Perth Convention Centre](https://bic.asn.au/event-location/crown-perth/) - Crown Perth is where adventures await. Toast with friends at top shelf bars. Feast upon oh so fine dining. Relax in our resort pools. And dive into world-class gaming and entertainment experiences. Crown Perth’s extensive portfolio of event spaces combined with our award-winning service and expertise allows us to craft an event that is truly exceptional.
- [Melbourne](https://bic.asn.au/event-location/melbourne/)
- [Hamburg](https://bic.asn.au/event-location/hamburg/)
- [Perth](https://bic.asn.au/event-location/perth/)
- [New South Wales](https://bic.asn.au/event-location/new-south-wales/)
- [Brussels](https://bic.asn.au/event-location/brussels/)
- [Claudelands](https://bic.asn.au/event-location/claudelands/)
- [Fraser's Restaurant](https://bic.asn.au/event-location/frasers-restaurant/)
- [Campbell Town, Tasmania](https://bic.asn.au/event-location/campbell-town-tasmania/)

## Event Organizer

- [BusNSW](https://bic.asn.au/event-organizer/busnsw/)
- [Bus Industry Confederation](https://bic.asn.au/event-organizer/bus-industry-confederation/)
- [QBIC](https://bic.asn.au/event-organizer/qbic/) - Queensland Bus Industry Council
- [American Public Transport Association](https://bic.asn.au/event-organizer/american-public-transport-association/)
- [Bus & Coach Association New Zealand](https://bic.asn.au/event-organizer/bus-coach-association-new-zealand/)
- [TasBus](https://bic.asn.au/event-organizer/tasbus/)
- [APTIA](https://bic.asn.au/event-organizer/aptia/)
- [BusWA](https://bic.asn.au/event-organizer/buswa/)
- [BusSA](https://bic.asn.au/event-organizer/bussa/)
- [UITP](https://bic.asn.au/event-organizer/uitp/) - UITP, the International Association of Public Transport, is a passionate champion of sustainable urban mobility and the only worldwide network to bring together all public transport modes. It has 1,600 member companies giving access to 18,000 contacts from 99 countries. The members are public transport operators and authorities, policy decision makers, research institutes and the public transport supply and service industry.
- [PTAANZ](https://bic.asn.au/event-organizer/ptaanz/)
- [BusWorld Europe](https://bic.asn.au/event-organizer/busworld-europe/)

## Event Type  Categories

- [Conference](https://bic.asn.au/event-type/conference/)
- [Expo](https://bic.asn.au/event-type/expo/)
- [Seminar](https://bic.asn.au/event-type/seminar/)
- [Summit](https://bic.asn.au/event-type/summit/)
- [Forum](https://bic.asn.au/event-type/forum/)
- [Function](https://bic.asn.au/event-type/function/)
- [Awards](https://bic.asn.au/event-type/awards/)
- [Webinar](https://bic.asn.au/event-type/webinar/)
- [Industry event](https://bic.asn.au/event-type/industry-event/)
- [BIC event](https://bic.asn.au/event-type/bic-event/)
- [State Association Event](https://bic.asn.au/event-type/state-association-event/)
- [Symposium](https://bic.asn.au/event-type/symposium/)
- [Bus Show](https://bic.asn.au/event-type/bus-show/)
- [Congress](https://bic.asn.au/event-type/congress/)