Have your say on the Northern Suburbs Rapid Bus Project

Consultation on the Northern Suburbs Rapid Bus Project is now open.

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While the project is still in the planning and assessment stage, initial plans including proposed route and station locations have been identified for further investigation.

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Feedback will be considered alongside technical, environmental and economic analysis as the report is developed ready for government consideration later this year.

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Rapid buses would use a combination of existing roads, priority bus lanes and the unused rail corridor between the city and Claremont.

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There are 12 proposed stations at locations including New Town, Moonah, Glenorchy and Berriedale.

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Services would run every 10 minutes at peak times and every 30 minutes off-peak.

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Infrastructure and Transport Minister, Kerry Vincent, said our Government is planning for Tasmania’s future.

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“We want to hear from people across the northern suburbs to help us test the proposal properly and make sure we consider the issues that matter locally,” Minister Vincent said.

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“All of the studies and analysis show that a rapid bus network is the best long-term option for Greater Hobart but we’re making sure we get the plan right before proceeding with such a significant investment.”

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Feedback can be provided by an online survey, community drop-in sessions and public information displays.

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Consultation closes on 9 October 2026.

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This planning is jointly funded by the Australian and Tasmanian governments under the Hobart Public Transport Infrastructure Planning project.

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Progressing the project remains subject to further consideration, approvals and funding.

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For more information and to see drop-in session details, visit engage.building.tas.gov.au, call 1800 517 290 or email majortransportprojects@building.tas.gov.au.