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Transmission 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, our aims will lead to better buses, better cities and more connected communities. And we have had some great advocacy wins lately... [continue >>]
— Editorial by Roz Chivers | Executive Director, BIC
TECHNICAL
Positive news on ADR 99/00 for Lane Departure Warning
Since our last update in February, we're pleased to announce that the Federal Government has listened to industry (bus and truck) concerns and moved the introduction dates for this ADR to allow all of industry to be able to provide this safety feature. It will be published shortly on the government's ADR website.
ADR 99/00 | The 'new model vehicles' date of 1st July 2025 has been REPEALED. There is NO new model vehicle date. The all new vehicles date of 1st November 2025 has changed to 1st September 2027. We will provide more information on the Lane Departure Warning ADRs in next month's update.
ROVER Release 9: Scheduled to go live in June
This release will rebuild the RAV public search site and ROVER portal (allows manufacturers to submit vehicle or component approvals under government requirements), and incorporates user feedback enhancements, such as simplification of compliance information forms.
A major system release, select industry users will have the chance to test the system before go-live. ROVER will hold daily feedback sessions (details to come) which all are welcome to attend, plus a demonstration featuring system resources on the ROVER Release 9 site (published this week).
More information will be announced shortly on the ROVER portal, monthly newsletter and next ROVER webinar on Thursday 28 March. If you work with ROVER and need a webinar invitation, please contact us.
Zero emission bus and technical committees
We're pleased to advise that, after receiving a large number of applications, we've now finalised the zero emission bus and technical committees for 2024. These committees form a valuable part of supporting BIC in shaping future policy and direction. We'll be contacting our new committee members and announce the full list of both committees after Easter. Thank you to all who applied.
APTIA LATEST
Update on the Recruitment and Retention Project
Our consultants are working on the substance and format of the Recruitment and Retention Policy Manifesto, along with the members’ Workplace Culture Toolkit. The creative theme is Riding on the same bus, building the road ahead for the Australian Bus Industry
Key policy settings
- Contract types | Government, operators, unions and KPIs
- Essential service | Government providing an effective system
- Safety | Driver and passenger initiatives
Working conditions | Pay, terms, flexibility, distance and location
Workplace culture/image/accessibility |
Supervision ratios, image and public perceptions of industryRecruitment and retention | Restrictions and priorities
SAVE THE DATE |
R&R Project Launch
Thursday, 4 July 2024,
9AM to 5PM
The project launch will take place in Canberra at a national Industrial Relations seminar, followed by a cocktail event at the Kurrajong Hotel in Canberra.
EVENTS | 2024
[External webinar]
ZEB in ANZ: Learning Global to Act Local
17 Apr 2024 | FREE Virtual Event | 14:15 PM AEDT
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.
[External event] QBIC Annual Conference 2024
5-6 Apr 2024 | RACV Royal Pines Resort, Gold Coast
Embracing Transformation | Navigating the Era of Change
Over the next five years, the passenger transport industry will face certain change or simply become a continuum of change, where operators must adapt and evolve. 2024 is our opportunity to help members understand the change on the horizon and beyond.
SAVE THE DATE |
A joint initiative between UITP (Union Internationale
des Transports Publics) and BIC –
Zero Emission Buses (ZEBs) Training Course
Tentatively in July 2024 (details to come)
Through our partnership with UITP, we'll be running joint training on ZEBs for members in July. The course structure and other details will be available after Easter.
SAVE THE DATE |
Webinar: Technical Meeting | July 2024
25 Jul 2024 | via Teams Meeting (details to come)
Come join us for our mid-year Technical Meeting.
Learn about the latest updates and issues affecting the industry this year. The meeting will also include a Q&A session after the presentation.
National Bus and Coach Show 2024
17-18 Sep | Brisbane Conference and Exhibition Centre
A great opportunity for anyone part of the mobility chain to engage first-hand with the latest offerings from the bus and coach industry. Exhibitors, buyers and delegates can ‘talk shop’ at various social events.
BIC National Conference 2024
20-22 Nov 2024 | Hotel Grand Chancellor | Hobart
Join us for Australia’s premier bus and coach industry event, geared to industry executives, senior managers and government folk alike.
This year’s conference theme focusses on the ideals of Connect | Adapt | Transform and all interested parties within and supporting the sector are welcome to attend.
Awards nominations open in April
Do you know a bus/coach superstar that deserves acknowledging? Nominate them for one of our 8 national industry awards.
A BIC and/or state bus association member benefit, the Awards recognise excellence within our industry. This year, eight industry awards and winner(s) will be announced at the BIC National Conference...
- National Achiever | Sponsor: SURA/Australian Bus & Coach
- National Safety | Sponsor: NHVR
- National Environment and Innovation | Sponsor: EnergyAustralia
- National Outstanding Contribution
- National Supplier of the Year
- National Operator of the Year
- National Driver of the Year
- National Apprentice/Trainee of the Year
INDUSTRY NEWS
Making travel accessible for all through reform
The first major reform to the Transport Standards
since their introduction over 20 years ago will see improved accessibility and independent travel support, meaning a greater level of certainty for public transport customers.
On the cards are updates to information accessibility (like timetables and disruption notifications), onboard signage and audio announcements, along with passenger safety improvements, among others. The Transport Standards will be amended to reflect the new legal requirements for public transport operators and providers.
More information will be available in the lead up to the updated Transport Standards coming into effect. We will keep all members updated as new information impacting the #busandcoach industry is released.
Read the government media release >>
MEMBER MATTERS
Office of Transport Safety Investigations |
Lessons from the Wilsons Valley rollaway and collision investigation
The Office of Safety Transport Investigations (OTSI) recently released an investigation report into a coach rollaway and collision incident at Wilsons Valley that highlighted observations and key considerations for assisting operators to enhance safety measures and prevent a similar incident from reoccurring.
The incident occurred on 5 September 2022, when a coach was transporting 41 passengers (36 children and 5 adults) from Smiggin Holes snowfields during a school excursion... [continue reading >>]
BIC NEWS
New team members...
The Secretariat would like to warmly welcome our two newest staff members to the fold - Jesse Garver, our Administration Assistant, and Isabelle Watson takes up the Events Assistant role. Please make them feel welcome in your dealings with them.
Stay in touch...
We'd be grateful if you would support us as we roll out improvements to our systems so that we can serve and engage with BIC members more efficiently.
We always welcome your feedback and suggestions on how to enhance our communications, so please feel free to let us know what you think. You can also touch base with us on LinkedIn.
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BIC's official media partner, Australian Bus and Coach would like to extend all members a FREE subscription to ABC Magazine. And... don't forget, the latest bus and coach news is also available online >>
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