News & events

Date: Tue, 23 Jul 2024

Read about our 21 newest electric vehicles, bringing the fleet's total number to 65.

Date: Tue, 11 Jun 2024

The new contactless way of paying for public transport comes to Timaru later this year and will be used throughout the country.

Date: Wed, 15 May 2024

The Route 87 Southbridge to Lincoln trial service will conclude at the end of June. Begin planning alternative methods of transport.

Date: Mon, 22 Apr 2024

Four of Metro's buses have been fitted with screens to show next-stop information.

Date: Mon, 15 Apr 2024

Metro's new onboard customer support team begin this week.

Date: Mon, 15 Apr 2024

Read about the feedback we've provided on the Government's draft land transport strategy.

Date: Tue, 26 Mar 2024

We are reassuring customers that our public transport fares will mostly stay the same following the government's changes to its concessions scheme.

Date: Fri, 16 Feb 2024

Read about the recent improvements made to Timaru's MyWay service.

Date: Wed, 6 Dec 2023

Councillor Vicky Southworth, is pleased with the fare trial's success, emphasising the cost-effectiveness and convenience of public transport.

Date: Wed, 6 Dec 2023

We're developing a 'Pets on buses' policy, with input from groups and stakeholders and ask for community feedback in the second half of next year.

Date: Thu, 26 Oct 2023

Cash is set to be removed as a payment option on buses and ferries in 2024.

Date: Fri, 29 Sep 2023

Environment Canterbury announces its plan to purchase 12 new electric buses, thanks to funding from Waka Kotahi NZ Transport Agency.