Bus Booking Requirements
This 12-seater bus, housed at the Community Shed, is a fantastic resource which simply:
- Requires a driver who has had an Australian driving licence for at least two years and is over 25 years of age (an insurance requirement).
- All drivers must remain at zero alcohol level.
- Price of hire is very reasonable at $1.00 per kilometre, and includes fuel.
Community Bus
History of the Bus
The Community Bus is jointly owned and operated by the Community Foundation and the Mirboo North Community Shed, who took it over from the RSL. The RSL had operated this service with two buses for a good number of years, and we thank them for providing this service. It was agreed that if the Community Foundation would take ownership of the Community Bus, and manage the financial and insurance side, the Community Shed would house the bus, manage its maintenance and of course be the point of contact for all community use.
In 2022 we welcomed a brand new bus thanks to support from the Victorian Government Department of Transport. This grant support recognised the valuable role the community bus plays in improving access to transport for regional residents.
Contact Di today to book the bus
f you haven’t used the Community Bus before, don’t be daunted. Give Di Kiddell a call and she will talk you through the process, which includes:
- completing necessary paperwork;
- picking up keys;
- giving instructions on how to use the bus;
- and instructions around how to make hire payment.
The Community Bus’ dedicated phone number is 0490 057 880.