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ACTION buses to the Raider's home game (2:00 Kick off )
Free ACTION bus services to the Raider's home game against the Canterbury Bulldogs will depart from all bus interchanges to Canberra Stadium on Sunday 7th September 2008.
Invitation to a Consultative Workshop
Accessible Public Transport
Presented by Maunsell, Access Audits Australia and the Department of Territory and Municipal Services
A consultative workshop 
(PDF 176Kb) for people with disabilities, carers, families and friends is being held to provide an opportunity for input into the update of the 2004 – 2007 Action Plan for Accessible Public Transport in the ACT.
Bulbs, camera, action!
Join in the celebrations as Floriade turns 21 in style! See Australia's favourite films showcased in a dazzling display of over a million blooms, highlighted the theme for Floriade 21 - Films that shaped our nation. You can catch a film at the indoor cinema, take a gardening workshop or sample delicious regional produce and local wine amoungst the tulips. Marvel at short films beneath the stars and have a shop at the night markets at the glittering new night-time event , Floriade NightFest. There is so much to do on at Floriade 21 - so come along and see for yourself!
For more information, visit www.floriadeaustralia.com/
ACT Regional Community Bus Service
A total of six minibuses covering all regions of the ACT are available. Each bus is wheelchair accessible with a hoist at the rear of the vehicle. Access to the service will largely be between peak hours.
For more information on your local minibus service and contact details.
Gold Card
The ACT Government, announced free travel on ACTION buses for all Canberrans 75 years of age or older. From 1 July 2008, eligible Canberrans can apply for an ACTION free travel Gold Card by simply filling out a Gold Card Application form (PDF 159Kb) and then visiting a Canberra Connect Shopfront or the Driver Licence Service in Civic Library. A Canberra Connect Customer Service Officer will take your photo and issue you with your new Gold Card.
You will need to bring: 1. Proof of identity 2. Proof of age 3. Proof of ACT residency
STOP PRESS Adjustments to Network 08 timetables
From Monday 11 August 2008 there will be minor adjustments to routes 3 and 710. For a full description and list of timetable changes, visit our Updated Timetables page.
Changes to School Bus Routes
Find out about the most recent changes to school bus services.
Network 08 - Timetables
ACTION's New Network 08 timetables are now operating. If you already know your new bus number, visit the Routes by Number page to check your time. To find out about bus route options for your suburb visit the Routes by Suburb page. Timetables and a weekend bus service booklet are also available from all Bus Interchanges and Canberra Connect Shopfronts.
Going Your Way.
ACTION has designed a new bus network that has been based on community and driver feedback to deliver a better bus service for Canberrans. ACTION will introduce Network 08 in two phases. This is due to the need to recruit more bus drivers to accommodate the requirements of the new Network.
Phase 1 Network 08
Monday – Friday, Now operating
Phase 1 is now in operation and includes the introduction of improved Monday to Friday bus services. The improvements include increased frequency of services and more Xpresso bus routes.
For details check out the updated Description table (PDF 154Kb ), new Xpresso Bus Map 
, Weekday Bus Map .
Weekend Bus Routes
From Monday 2 June 2008
From Monday 2 June 2008, all weekend route numbers begin with a 9. For example Route 60 will become weekend Route 960.
A weekend booklet has been designed for weekend bus routes containing information about every bus service operating on Saturday, Sunday and Public Holidays. You can get a booklet from any bus interchanges or Canberra Connect Shopfronts.
For weekend routes - Check out the weekend Bus Map
Phase 2 Network 08
Saturday and Sunday
This phase will be implemented at a later date. It will align weekend and weekday routes and numbers for a simpler, more consistent, 7-day network. Stay tuned for details.
