Application for Urban Fringe Student Permit for Use on Metro Bus Services

The Department of Infrastructure, Energy & Resources (DIER) has recently recommended a number of changes to student fares to address inconsistencies and improve the equity of fares across Tasmania.

The residencial address of a student in either urban or urban fringe areas will now determine the fares payable for travel on public transport services. Details of the review of student bus fares, including information on the defined urban areas, can be obtained by phoning DIER on 1300 135 513 or viewing DIER's website www.dier.tas.gov.au/student_bus_fares.

Who Should Apply?
All students aged 18 or below who reside in urban fringe areas (ie outside the defined Urban Areas) and who use Metro services should apply for an Urban Fringe Student Permit. This will enable access to the 30 cent per trip student fare, for travel to and from urban areas, which will take effect from 1 July 2008.

The student fare will apply on all buses at all times, not just going to and from school.

For the two-month period from 1 July to 31 August 2008, eligible students will be able to access the 30 cent fares on request from Metro drivers. From 1 September the 30 cent fare can only be accessed by holders of an Urban Fringe Student Permit.

Is there a cost to obtain an Urban Fringe Student Permit?
No, initial permits will be issued for free, however a replacement fee of $11.00 will be charged to replace lost or damaged permits.

How do I obtain an Urban Fringe Student Permit?

Mail:
Complete the application details and mail to:

Urban Fringe Student Permit Application
Metro Tasmania
PO Box 61
Moonah TAS 7009

On Line:
Complete the online registration form below.

In Person:
Apply at Metro Depots (Hobart and Burnie) or at the Metro Shop located in the GPO Building in Hobart.

Permits will be mailed to recipients within four weeks of application.

Who can I contact if I have more questions?
Contact the Metro Hotline on 13 22 01 or visit the Metro website at www.metrotas.com.au.

Fields marked with an asterisk (*) are mandatory

A. Student Details
First name*:
Last name*:
Sex*: Male   Female
Date of birth*:
Residential address*:
Suburb*:     Postcode*:  
Postal address (if different):
Suburb:     Postcode:  
Phone number:
Mobile phone number:
Email address*:
 
B. Educational Institution Details
Name of school attended*:     Year attended*:  
Student ID# (if applicable):
 
C. Student Declaration (to be completed by Secondary & Tertiary Students)
I have read and agree to abide by the conditions as outlined on this application form.
 
D. Parent/Guardian Declaration
I consent to my son/daughter being issued with an Urban Fringe Student Pass. I understand that the personal information that he/she has provided will be used by Metro Tasmania to determine their eligibility for an Urban Fringe Student Permit.
 
 

Privacy Statement: The information provided on this application form will be used By Metro Tasmania for the purpose of determining the applicant's eligibility for an Urban Fringe Student Permit. Failure to provide the required information may result in your application not being able to be processed. Your personal information will be used for the primary purpose for which it is collected, and may be disclosed to contractors and agents of Metro, law enforcement agencies, courts and other organisations authorised to collect it. Metro is bound by the National Privacy Principles for handling personal information. To find out more about your rights and Metro's obligations contact the Office of the Federal Privacy Commissioner.

Conditions: Urban Fringe Student Permits can only be used by the student to whom they are issued, they are not transferable. Replacement Urban Fringe Student Permits will incur a fee of $11.00.