Metro keeps fare increases to a minimum
From Monday 5 January 2015, most Metro urban bus fares will rise by 10 cents. Adult fares will increase between 10 and 30 cents a trip, depending on the length of the bus journey, while most student and concession fares will go up by 10 cents a trip. Metro’s Chief Executive Officer Stuart Wiggins said the Metro…
Shop til you drop this Boxing Day with Metro
Metro is running additional service to help you grab a bargain On Boxing Day, Metro Tasmania will run a number of extra bus services in Hobart to help ease the rush on one of the busiest shopping days of the year. Metro’s General Manager of Business Improvement Services Rod Byfield said last year’s Boxing Day…
Grab a $2 flat cash fare this New Years Eve
Metro Tasmania in conjunction with the Motor Accidents Insurance Board are once again running the very popular Nightrider bus services on New Year’s Eve in Hobart, Launceston and Burnie for a flat cash fare of just $2. Metro’s Chief Executive Officer Stuart Wiggins said today the Nightrider services were designed to get people easily and…
Free Boundary Rider services for Hobart Hurricanes matches
The Hobart Hurricanes and Cricket Tasmania are providing Boundary Rider services, operated by Metro, for patrons attending the Big Bash League matches at Blundstone Arena this season. Boundary Rider services offer a free and fast alternative to get to and from the match without the parking and traffic hassles around Blundstone Arena. In addition to…
Point to Pinnacle and back again with Metro
Last weekend, Metro helped out with another successful Point to Pinnacle race, transporting competitors and gear safely back down the mountain after the conclusion of the gruelling event.
Metro supports Your Habitat Hobart Carols by Candlelight
Metro Tasmania is pleased to continue its partnership with Hobart City Council in supporting Carols by Candlelight and offering patrons a FREE, convenient and safe alternative to driving to the event. Transport to and from the Carols on Saturday 13 December Upon presentation of your Your Habitat Hobart Carols by Candlelight ticket to the driver,…
Travel to The Wiggles in Launceston with Metro Tasmania
If you’re heading to the Wiggles concert in Launceston on Sunday 16 November, don’t forget you can get there and back on a Metro bus. Even better, kids under 5 travel free!
Bus information at your finger tips
On November 11 2014, Metro Tasmania launched an official Metro App that makes it easier for passengers to plan bus trips, top up a Greencard and get timetable information.
Stuart Wiggins begins new CEO role at Metro
On Monday 10 November, Stuart Wiggins began his new journey as Chief Executive Officer for Metro Tasmania.
Metro’s latest passenger survey shows improvements
Metro’s latest passenger survey has found very high levels of satisfaction with bus services. Metro’s Chairperson Lynn Mason said today it was very pleasing to note an improvement in satisfaction levels across all aspects of Metro service covered by the survey.