Keolis Downer Hunter, General Manager, Mark Dunlop says the changes aim to improve reliability.
“The network continues to perform well, but there are always tweaks we can make to improve the efficiency of the network for our customers."
There will also be come changes made to routes and timetables to provide better connection to heavy rail.
“We have taken on board customer and community feedback and, for example, will be introducing a better connection between Newcastle East and Marketown.
Changes will come into effect on Sunday 13 December. Key changes will include:
- An additional 45 trips per week to improve frequency on some services and provide greater travel options for customers.
- Extending the route 23 to Newcastle East to provide a direct connection for Newcastle East residents to Marketown (the route 21 will now terminate at Customs House).
- Adjustment of bus timetables to better reflect traffic congestion and travel times.
“We are currently making the final adjustments to timetables and will consult with our drivers, before timetables are released at the end of the month.
“We assure customers they will have plenty of time to check their trip prior to these improvements being implemented in December.”
Image: Downer Group
