Additional ferry services Sunday 2 February 2025 – Stockton Triathlon If you’re competing in or spectating at the Island Triathlon in Stockton, Newcastle Transport is the best way to get there! Additional ferry services will operate from 5:15am on Sunday morning to transport event participants and spectators across the harbour to get themselves race-ready. The […]
If you’re an avid public transport user, here’s some exciting news: the Opal Travel app now features a Departure Board Widget! This game-changing addition shows you rolling updates on your favourite bus, light rail and ferry services, directly on your home screen, making your commute easier than ever. Whether you’re an iPhone or Android user, […]
Join the party on Newcastle Foreshore for New Years Eve 2024. Don’t miss the giant NEWY NYE inflatable walkway, decorate your ‘wheels’ and join the hourly Big Bike Parade featuring whacky inflatable characters, experience the magical Wishing Dome featuring giant illuminated jellyfish, and of course the massive fireworks finale at 9pm. Leave the car at […]
The iconic Newcastle Christmas Bus is back! The Christmas Bus has been spreading holiday cheer for 27 years and is the brainchild of Newcastle Transport Bus Operator Trainer, Margaret Pannell. This is an extra special year for the Christmas Bus, as Marg plans to retire in the new year, leaving behind an incredible legacy. The […]
Get those crayons out, the Newcastle Transport Christmas Bauble Competition is here! The kids will love this way of jazzing up your tree, plus they will go in the running to win an awesome prize pack! All you need to do is: Download a bus, ferry or light rail bauble Colour and decorate it, then […]
Light rail maintenance Monday 25 and Tuesday 26 November Daily from 7pm to 1am, buses replace light rail services due to planned maintenance. Normal services will resume at 5am each day. You can view the light rail bus replacement map here Plan ahead using the Trip Planner at transportnsw.info/trip
Earlier this month, Newcastle’s first permanent female Ferry Master, Jess, shared her journey in the maritime industry as part of the Women on Water program created by students from St Pius X Adamstown. The initiative aims to show local students the possibilities of a maritime career, attracting more women to the workforce. With a decade […]
