Released 12/04/2023
Transport Canberra is encouraging the community to ‘Register to Ride’ for free travel to the Dawn Service and Veterans’ March at the Australian War Memorial on Tuesday 25 April 2023.
“Anzac Day is important for a lot of people which is why we want to make it as easy as possible for everyone to rethink their routine and leave the car at home with 'Register to Ride' which is completely free,” Ben McHugh, Deputy Director-General, Transport Canberra said.
“Registering to ride is easy to sign up for on the Transport Canberra website and provides Canberrans with peace of mind knowing that bus travel to both the Dawn Service and Veterans’ March has been arranged, without the hassle of trying to find a park around the Australian War Memorial.
“With people returning to public transport once again, registering to ride also allows Transport Canberra to better monitor and manage customer demand for our bus services.
“Knowing how many buses are required is important for special events and commemorative ceremonies like Anzac Day where we know there is a high demand.”
Register to Ride pick-up locations for the Dawn Service include:
- Gungahlin Bus Station
- Westfield Belconnen
- Woden Bus Station
- Tuggeranong Bus Station
- Continuous loop shuttles from City Bus Station, Russell Offices and the Canberra Centre
- Continuous loop shuttle buses for the Veterans’ March will pick-up from Russell Offices, and Canberra Centre, via the City Bus Station.
Return services for both the Dawn Service and Veterans’ March will depart 20 minutes after each ceremony. Passengers do not need to register for return travel.
“With limited parking and road closures in place throughout the day it’s a good opportunity to rethink how you can get to the Anzac Day ceremonies.”
Passengers who wear or display their war service medals are eligible to ride on any Transport Canberra bus or light rail service for free on Anzac Day. Buses and light rail will be running to a Sunday timetable and frequency.
*Note, light rail services will not commence until 7am, only buses can be used to attend the dawn service from one of the locations above.
For more information on Anzac Day ceremonies check out the War Memorial website www.awm.gov.au
For information on free travel for Anzac Day and to register for a free bus service, visit www.transport.act.gov.au
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