2017-03-13 GC - Attachment 1 to Item 5 - Draft Transport Strategy 2017-2027

Noosa Style Bus
In many parts of the world, the local transport has become an iconic not-to-be-missed
experience associated with the place itself. Examples are the London red double decker bus,
San Francisco cable car or Island “coconut” bus.

The aim of the Noosa style shuttle bus is to provide a not-to-be-missed transport experience
associated with a visit to Noosa. However, more importantly, it may assist in alleviating traffic
congestion in our most popular coastal areas.

Consultants Parsons Brinkerhoff (2016) sourced from the travel site tripadvisor.com, the
following map showing all the restaurants, hotels and other tourist accommodation recorded by
that site in the coastal area of Noosa.




Restaurants and accommodation - Noosa Coastal Area


A high frequency Noosa style shuttle bus would potentially service Tewantin Central, Noosaville
Foreshore, Noosa Parade, Hastings Street and Sunshine Beach. Passengers could jump
on the shuttle bus to get to their favourite popular destination without the hassle of driving or
circling for a car park.



      I like the idea of small frequent electric shuttle buses with Noosa branding.
       If done correctly these could become a tourist attraction in themselves! –
                                   Your Say respondent



Nearby attractions would also include facilities such as the Noosa Regional Gallery, Wallace
Estate, Noosa Arts Theatre, Noosa Aquatic Centre etc. Imagery that evokes positive emotions
or pride in our place, like that used on Noosa’s mobile library, might be considered for a Noosa
style bus. The shuttle would also be instantly recognisable for the service route it provides.
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