Everyday, more Australians are transported by bus and coach on the nation's road network than rail – even in our cities. Buses and coaches offer an alternative to the car, plus provide a vital lifeline to individuals and communities for social inclusion and access to education, healthcare, employment and social opportunities.
The life cycle of a bus and its associated services
The life cycle of a bus and its associated services requires a taskforce of over 85,000 Australians. Bus and coach provides a huge range of jobs in communities across the nation, including drivers, mechanics, engineers, skilled production and transport professionals (in specialised fields like planning, social work and even psychology).
The economic impact of bus and coach in Australia
The economic impact of bus and coach in Australia contributes indirect benefits. As the leading public transport sector, we manage congestion and facilitate productivity in our cities and regions. If public transport disappeared overnight, the cities that generate 80% of Australia's GDP would grind to a halt.
The economic impact of bus and coach in Australia
If governments did not provide route and school services, an estimated 1 billion+ passenger trips per year would transfer to an alternative mode, such as the car, which could add over 1.4 million cars to our roads. This would impact congestion levels and increase carbon emissions and other pollutants.
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