The tenancy of the transit centre used by two bus operators in Launceston has not been renewed.
An alternative site has been identified at Charles Street that will operate from May 1. The site is 200 metres from the Cornwall Square site and close to amenities for arriving and departing passengers.
Minister for Infrastructure and Transport, Michael Ferguson, said the Department of State Growth is working with the bus operators – Kinetic and Calow’s Coaches – and the Launceston City Council to secure a long-term location for the intercity, St Helens and Mole Creek services.
“For passengers using the longer distance services, we recognise this change isn’t ideal but respect the decision of the building owner,” Mr Ferguson said.
“The facilities on Charles Street will include shelter with some seating, customer information and a staff presence to support arrivals and departures.”
Public toilets are available 200 metres away at Civic Square on Charles Street.
Metro, Manions’, and Tassielink services are not affected, nor are Kinetic services operating from the Launceston interchange in St John Street and Brisbane Street.
“Labor are once again trying to play politics but the fact of the matter is Labor scrapped a $10 million grant that would have enabled a public transit centre to be built,” Minister Ferguson added.
