News Archives - Newcastle Transport

Trevor wins NSW Bus Driver of the Year

8.12.25

We are so happy to announce that Newcastle Transport Bus Driver, Trevor, has won the 2025 BusNSW Outer Metropolitan Driver of the Year! This award recognises outstanding skill, professionalism and commitment to customer service — qualities Trevor demonstrates every single day. Aside from being an all-round legend, Trevor is known across our network as an […]

Leave the Car and Shop Local this Christmas

5.12.25

The festive season is here — and so is the parking chaos. Luckily, Newcastle and Lake Macquarie have some fantastic shopping destinations that are easy to reach by public transport. Whether you’re after big-name brands, local treasures or handmade gifts for that special someone, here are our top spots to shop this Christmas — no […]

Christmas Bus & Colouring In Competition

1.12.25

The Christmas Bus is here The festive season has arrived — and Newcastle Transport is spreading Christmas cheer across Newcastle and Lake Macquarie with the return of the beloved Newcastle Transport Christmas Bus! The Christmas-themed bus is fully decked out with festive decorations, jingling tunes and holiday spirit as it carries passengers around on selected […]

Bus service update Wednesday 26, Thursday 27, Friday 28 November

25.11.25

Services are expected to operate to the normal timetable across Wednesday 26, Thursday 27 and Friday 28 November, including school services. While the Union previously announced possible industrial action, no formal notifications of strikes or work stoppages have been received. As no formal notices have been lodged: Wednesday 26 November – The proposed “school-only services” […]

Bus Service Disruptions on Monday 24 November

21.11.25

Newcastle Transport has been advised of planned industrial action by the Rail, Tram and Bus Union (RTBU) on Monday 24 November. Some bus services may run late or be cancelled at short notice. Schools have been informed, and we have asked the RTBU to provide assurance that no child will be left behind during this […]

Buses replace ferry from 10pm until 11.05pm on 18 November

14.11.25

On Tuesday 18 November, buses will replace ferry services from 10pm until 11.05pm due to maintenance. Buses will depart every 30 minutes from Stockton and Queens Wharf from 10pm. Please allow additional travel time. Plan ahead using the Trip Planner at transportnsw.info/trip

Buses replace light rail 15 November

6.11.25

From 5am on Saturday 15 November 2025, buses replace light rail services due to planned maintenance. Bus routes 11 and 13 will also run along Hunter and King St. Normal services resume 5pm on Saturday 15 November. You can view the light rail bus replacement map here Plan ahead using the Trip Planner at transportnsw.info/trip

Buses replace ferry from 10pm until 11.05pm on 21 October

21.10.25

On Tuesday 21 October, buses will replace ferry services from 10pm until 11.05pm due to maintenance. Buses will depart every 30 minutes from Stockton and Queens Wharf from 10pm. Please allow additional travel time. Plan ahead using the Trip Planner at transportnsw.info/trip

Buses replace ferry from 10pm until 11.05pm on 7 October

7.10.25

On Tuesday 7 October, buses will replace ferry services from 10pm until 11.05pm due to maintenance. Buses will depart every 30 minutes from Stockton and Queens Wharf from 10pm. Please allow additional travel time. Plan ahead using the Trip Planner at transportnsw.info/trip

Buses replace ferry from 10pm until 11.05pm on 23 September

18.09.25

On Tuesday 23 September, buses will replace ferry services from 10pm until 11.05pm due to maintenance. Buses will depart every 30 minutes from Stockton and Queens Wharf from 10pm. Please allow additional travel time. Plan ahead using the Trip Planner at transportnsw.info/trip