Our bus provides wheely good transport

Published on 13 November 2023

Proud Frankston local Stephanie Banks can’t keep the smile off her face when travelling on Council’s Community Bus.

“The community bus has been a godsend for me. We have the most wonderful outings. We visit places we can’t get to otherwise,” she said.

Stephanie takes the bus for both outings and regular shopping trips, enjoying the camaraderie with fellow passengers, kind volunteers and the friendly drivers.

The 82-year-old was thrilled when Frankston Mayor Nathan Conroy dropped by for a ride on the bus – chatting about landmarks and local development during their trip together.

She shared with Mayor Conroy that she loves her food and gastronomic experiences, particularly dining out with family and friends. Stephanie also stressed to the Mayor that Council services such as the Community Bus help her remain independent and she had enjoyed regularly using the Community Bus since 2015.

She also loves trips on the bus to a range of locations, including Phillip Island and the

Yarra Valley, as part of Council’s Outings Program. Both the Community Bus service and Outings Program use the same buses and drivers so they become familiar, friendly faces to passengers like Stephanie. Bus fares start from as little as $2 per trip.

For more information about the Community Bus or Outings Program, please call Council’s Family Health Support Services Team on 9784 1933.