Tasmanian Bus Observations - JUL > DEC 2015

[Tas Bus Nut]

Bit slow starting this post, but here it is nonetheless. All interest is on Melbourne with the BusVic Bus Show & Conference, so maybe something NEW may filter through to Tassie in upcoming weeks. Apparently, the NEW Melbourne Airport Parking buses are starting to arrive, so Metro's 2nd hand buses will enter the state in future weeks Metro's Network Review is underway, public input is invited via Metro website. http://www.metrotas.com.au/alerts/hobar ... rtunities/

[Tas Bus Nut]

Latest word is Metro are acquiring 5x ex Skybus M.A.N./King Longs in August . Be interesting to see if it comes to fruition

[yoda]

If you were at work, you'd know it is happening

[Tas Bus Nut]

I know this is a bit late advising, but those interested in STEAM TRACTION engines, there is a "extravaganza" being held at Tasmanian Transport Museum THIS SUNDAY 19th. 5 steam powered engines, with commemorate the 1st journey (150yrs ago) then travel from Bellerive to the Museum, taking about 3hrs LOTS of chances for photos enroute, and steam TRAINS are operating at the museum on the day. More information: http://www.railtasmania.com/ttms/roadrun.php

[Bedford-29]

That will interesting as Skybus has 4 type of MAN buses with King Long body the 18.310,18.280,28.310 and the 28.360.But what happen to the secondhand Scania that Metro was to get.

[Tas Bus Nut]

Chris, the 310hp M.A.Ns are the ARTICS, the 280hp is rigid. 2009 models, with 1 x 2010. The Scania rigids are STILL coming, just slowly. NOW Melb Airport Parking AND Skybus are taking delivery of new buses, we'll start taking delivery of ours.

[yoda]

Now is the time to obtain a Greencard. Apply online here for free!

[yoda]

First of the ex Skybus artics is here, first of the ex Melbourne Long Term Airport car park is well on its way to hitting the road as MET400.

[AEC Regal]

Finally reviving the old Hino No. series at last!!

[Bedford-29]

I hope they keep the ex Skybus artics in there red livery at least it be a change from boring yellow and white.

[Tas Bus Nut]

Tasmanian Bus & Coach Society NEWS update: The annual AGM for the TBCS will be held this Sunday (30th Aug) @ Brighton Hotel. In order to VOTE, members MUST be financial for the 2015/16 year. Best of luck to all the nominees. Mark Dunsby has kindly put together a selection of photos from the TBCS Annual tours since 2010. This will be played on the big screen, whilst the group partakes in an enjoyable counter lunch.

As President, I'd like to thank everyone associated with the Society over the previous year for their assistance, generosity and commitment. Especially the Tasmanian OPERATORS whom endure our presence, year after year I look forward to seeing as many members as possible on Sunday, and thank you to those that have made their apologies.

The TBCS RAFFLE that members have been selling tickets over recent months, will be drawn on Sunday and results will be published in the Mercury newspaper, as well as TBCS Member email/newsletter. If you haven't renewed for the year, Sunday is the cut-off, from then on, you will be assumed as not renewing, and deleted from emails, events, member social media.

[Tas Bus Nut]

Well the TBCS elections have been run & won. Congratulations to the incoming committee. Other announcements are that Metro TAS have donated the oldest STILL operating Govt bus (706 Volvo B10M/PMC) into preservation with the Society. We cannot save everything, but it's great that Metro see the potential the Society have to preserve our transport history in this state. Next step. . . . ACCOMMODATION for our "fleet" Any millionaires out there with empty sheds

[Bedford-29]

There is a 21 million dollar lotto draw on the 5th September you could always try that Neil that`ll be enough to buy a decent shed.

[AEC Regal]

Congratulations on the donation of 706! That will be two artics (one private) under the TBCS banner now, is that correct?

I sympathise with your struggle to establish a permanent home. At least you are not restricted to rail served sites like one of my groups!

[Tas Bus Nut]

Congratulations on the donation of 706! That will be two artics (one private) under the TBCS banner now, is that correct?

I sympathise with your struggle to establish a permanent home. At least you are not restricted to rail served sites like one of my groups!

Thanks AEC Regal. Yes, that is correct, 706 and 747 (the 1st artic in TAS, NOT counting the demo) Never say never, and never give up. Maybe one day SOON

[999]

Pictured in TasPol Facebook post today is an ex-Metro VOVI at the TFS training centre. Will endeavour to identify at the next opportunity.

[999]

Didn't notice that the TFS had supplied pics as well on facey..... But MET 138 is the bus they will use for training.

[Tas Bus Nut]

Pictured in TasPol Facebook post today is an ex-Metro VOVI at the TFS training centre. Will endeavour to identify at the next opportunity.

Didn't notice that the TFS had supplied pics as well on facey..... But MET 138 is the bus they will use for training.

Donated by Metro some months ago now. ex 707 is at Police Academy.

[VolvoDriver]

TassieLink #17 and #18 (MAN 18.310 CB60 Mk IIs) are living in Hobart (#17 in Geeveston) for the moment. Heard rumours #35 and #36 Scanias may go up north if they stay down here. #36 is currently living in Launceston.

[Tas Bus Nut]

Coal River Coaches Mitsubishi Rosa (used on Hobart Hopper) has received AOA for Salamanca Market.

[trainiac]

Spotted 401 heading north through Mangalore at 6.50 this morning.

[crayner]

Police are investigating the graffiti of a Metro bus at the Lauderdale service yard in the early hours of this morning.
The offenders are believed to have gained entry by cutting a wire fence.
Unusually, they've used domestic paint rollers.
Anyone with information should call 131 441.

https://goo.gl/photos/FiysyLc3vpuYnJuq8

[Tas Bus Nut]

LOW-LIFE SCUM

[Z1-2110]

I'll try to get pics of 400 and 401 in Burnie, if i can... Been very slack and occupied with other issues lately

[Bedford-29]

Here is a better picture of 728 after the scumbag (graffiti) attack.Picture from the Tasmanian Police facebook.