A few days ago, I saw the trial run of Brisbane’s Metro! When I first heard the name “Brisbane Metro,” I thought it was a new subway system. But it is a bus rapid transit system designed to offer high frequency bus services. This system will employ two primary routes to connect Brisbane’s suburbs and the Central Business District by our existing busway with a few extensions.
The Metro will consist of 60 electric articulated buses, each of which can carry 150–170 passengers, making it so spectacular. I just observed one of these brand-new buses being tested on the southern busway. A more practical and eco-friendly travel choice appears to be coming to our city with this new public transportation system! I’m eager to try it when it launches officially!
