'We pay our rates': Call for island to introduce public bus
Residents of Macleay Island are advocating for a public bus service to improve accessibility for the island's 3,000 residents. A petition with over 2,000 signatures was submitted, but the Queensland government rejected it, citing low demand and insufficient population density. A disability discrimination complaint has been lodged by a local resident, highlighting the challenges faced by those with mobility issues on the island.
- ▪Macleay Island has no public transport services, making it difficult for residents to access essential locations like the ferry terminal.
- ▪Melanie Lynch, a resident with a disability, has filed a complaint with the Australian Human Rights Commission regarding the lack of transport options.
- ▪Transport Minister Brent Mickelberg stated that previous bus trials had low demand and the island's population density does not justify a service.
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Macleay Island residents call for public bus service for 3,000 residentsSBy Sarah RichardsTopic:Public TransportTue 26 May 2026 at 5:43amTue 26 May 2026 at 5:43amTue 26 May 2026 at 5:43amMelanie Lynch collected more than 2,000 signatures for a parliamentary petition. (Supplied: Melanie Lynch)In short:A disability discrimination complaint has been lodged over the lack of inclusive public transport on Macleay Island in the Southern Moreton Bay Islands.Transport Minister Brent Mickelberg says past bus trials have had low demand and the island does not have the population density to justify the service.What's next? The complaint made by Ms Lynch is waiting to be actioned.abc.net.au/news/complaint-bus-service-absence-macleay-island/106705546Link copiedShareShare articleMelanie Lynch loves her…
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