Free train rides for Tuia 250 commemorations
Free buses and rides aboard the historic steam train Wa165 are on offer during the Tuia 250 commemorations.
People can park their cars for the day at the railway station in Grey St and board Wa165 which will be running continuously to and from the Inner Harbour area between 10am and 4pm on Sunday and next Wednesday. Free hop-on, hop-off buses will also be running from 9.30am from Kaiti and Elgin.
The Inner Harbour esplanade area will be completely blocked off to traffic on both days.
CLICK HERE for full road closure and traffic updates.
Poll: Is it rude to talk on the phone on a bus?
Buses can be a relaxing way to get home if you have a seat and enough space. However, it can be off-putting when someone is taking a phone call next to you.
Do you think it's inconsiderate for people to have lengthy phone calls on a bus? Vote in the poll, and add your comments below.
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63.9% Yes
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33.6% No
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2.5% Other - I'll share below
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