Public transport users will be able to attend a Try Before Your Ride event at Geelong Railway Station later this month.
The event aims to give people of all abilities the opportunity to familiarise themselves with the different modes of public transport.
The event will encourage attendees to practise boarding and exiting the various transport modes, to help boost their confidence when they travel using public transport.
The event, on Thursday November 28, is supported by Public Transport Victoria (PTV), CDC Buses Victoria and Silver Top Taxis.
It will be held between 1pm and 3pm and will feature a V/Line V/Locity train on a platform, with an accessible coach, low-floor bus and wheelchair-accessible taxi also available for participants to try outside Geelong Station.
“V/Line is committed to creating a public transport network that is accessible to everyone and we are continuing to look for ways to support passengers using our services,” V/Line director customer services and accessibility Michael Brady said.
“This is an opportunity for people to boost their confidence when using public transport. It’s important to give people the time and support they need to become familiar with the different modes of transport.
“The invitation is open to everyone; people with accessibility requirements, parents with children, older people, as well as occasional or regular travellers.”
Travellers Aid representatives will be present to help provide assistance and information about their services. PTV staff will also be available to provide information and answer questions about ticketing.
People with accessibility requirements, parents with children and older people, as well as occasional and regular travellers are encouraged to attend the event.
