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Better Transport Queensland

@bettertransportqueensland.org
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Queensland's leading advocacy group for public, active, and freight transport. Not-for-profit, member-run, and dedicated to a more connected Queensland. Join us at bettertransportqueensland.org

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Better Transport Queensland @bettertransportqueensland.org · 01/05/2026
Queensland Rail is putting a major frequency reduction in place from Tuesday the 5th of May until further notice, which will see peak train trips heavily reduced. BTQ understands that this is due to recent industrial action resulting in a backlog of trains which require servicing.
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MAJOR TRAIN FREQUENCY REDUCTION

PEAK FREQUENCY REDUCED TO EVERY 30 MINUTES on the Beenleigh, Doomben, Rosewood, Shorncliffe, and Sunshine Coast lines

PEAK FREQUENCY REDUCED TO EVERY 15 MINUTES on all other lines

WEEKDAY TRAINS RUNNING TO SATURDAY TIMETABLE
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Better Transport Queensland @bettertransportqueensland.org · 29/04/2026
Fuel prices are surging, and yet public transport usage on the Sunshine Coast seems unchanged. Why? We recently appeared on ABC Sunshine Coast discussing why fuel prices haven't pushed up PT usage, the Wave, and if it's more than just a cultural choice. Check it out below
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"You wouldn't expect to buy a property and not have a road to your house yet"
What's stopping the Sunshine Coast from catching public transport?
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Better Transport Queensland @bettertransportqueensland.org · 21/04/2026
Thanks everyone who attended our policy workshop! We'll be hard at work over the coming months to finalise our updated 2026 Policy Platform based on the discussions we had over the weekend.
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Better Transport Queensland @bettertransportqueensland.org · 08/04/2026
The proposed Fuel Saving Transport Boost aims to save Queenslanders money, reduce commuting times, and provide a viable escape from pain at the pump. 2/3
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Better Transport Queensland @bettertransportqueensland.org · 08/04/2026
Better Transport Queensland (BTQ) is calling on the Queensland Government and local councils to rapidly scale up transport alternatives to match the escalating fuel crisis. 1/3
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Better Transport Queensland @bettertransportqueensland.org · 25/03/2026
Better Transport Queensland (BTQ) has warned that the Queensland Government’s proposed e-mobility laws risk creating serious unintended consequences for Queenslanders who rely on safe, legal e-bikes and e-scooters. 1/3
A poster showing a blurred photo of a bike path, with the caption "BTQ warns e-Bike crackdown misses the real problems". The post features 3 quotes superimposed on the image, which read as follows:

"A legal e-bike is not the same thing as an illegal electric motorbike"
"The proposed blanket 10 km/h speed limit on footpaths is unworkable"
"Don’t ban the safer alternative"
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Better Transport Queensland @bettertransportqueensland.org · 24/03/2026
Please join us for our upcoming Policy Workshop, on Sunday April 19th 2026! The meeting will be held at Kenmore Library. We have the room booked from 9am til 6pm - we expect to start at 10, and finish by 5:30. 1/5
A photo showing a ferry travelling towards the camera. The photo is captioned as follows:

"Policy Day 2026 - Save the Date
Sunday, April 19th"A graphic captioned as follows:

"Join us as we identify key policies to advocate for this year, informing a redraft of our Policy Platform!

When: Sunday, April 19th. 10am - 5:30pm
Where: Kenmore Library

Everyone is welcome to attend, but you must be a member to vote on proposals

Have a brilliant suggestion? 
Swipe to get it heard!"A graphic captioned as follows:

"How to propose a policy:

To make a policy proposal, simply create a post (or reply to an existing one!) on the BTQ forum under the 2026 Policy Proposals topic. 

Prior to the meeting, an indicative online survey will be released to rate each submission item in isolation on a five-point scale from strong-support to strong-oppose."
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Better Transport Queensland @bettertransportqueensland.org · 23/03/2026
We were ABC News Brisbane this morning talking about 50c fares and fare evasion. It's worth adding one more graph to the conversation: infringements issued per inspection performed. What this suggests is that fare evasion has dropped significantly since mid 2024. 1/2
A photo of a train overlaid with a 50c coin. The caption reads: "In the news: Fare evasion down since 50c fares introduced"A graph showing fare infringements per inspection. The caption reads 'Fare enforcement has increase since the start of 50c fares, but the total number of infringements has dropped

"When you tap on and off, that data helps make a case for better service"'
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Better Transport Queensland @bettertransportqueensland.org · 17/01/2026
Save the date! As a reminder, tomorrow afternoon (Sunday 18th January, 5-7pm), we’ll be holding a Policy Platform consultation. Hosted online - you’ll need to have an account on the forum to access the link. If you don't have an account, make sure to sign up at btq.org.au/signup
An image of a diesel tilt train. The caption reads "Policy platform consultation, January 18th"An image which reads as follows: Save the date! As a reminder, tomorrow afternoon (Sunday 18th January, 5-7pm), we’ll be holding a Policy Platform consultation.

Hosted online - you’ll need to have an account on the forum to access the link.

If you don't have an account, make sure to sign up at btq.org.au/signup
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Better Transport Queensland @bettertransportqueensland.org · 24/10/2025
2. Increased Off-Peak Train Frequency. Improving Brisbane Airtrain’s off-peak frequency to a consistent 15-minute frequency, similar to Perth’s Airport train, would make the train a truly viable alternative to car travel for passengers and the growing precinct workforce.
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Better Transport Queensland @bettertransportqueensland.org · 24/10/2025
Better Transport Queensland (BTQ), Queensland’s leading advocacy group for public transport, has called for immediate low-cost improvements to Brisbane Airtrain to better serve passengers ahead of the Brisbane 2032 Olympics.
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Better Transport Queensland @bettertransportqueensland.org · 19/10/2025
Better Transport Queensland welcomes the opening of Pimpama Station on the Gold Coast Line this morning; the first new station to serve the Gold Coast since 2009. This milestone marks a significant step forward in the delivery of the Cross River Rail project.
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Better Transport Queensland @bettertransportqueensland.org · 17/10/2025
BTQ and its members are concerned about how Brisbane and the wider SEQ public transport network will prepare for the Brisbane 2032 Olympics. BTQ recommends the following changes to the Queensland Minister for Transport and Main Roads, Brent Mickelberg MP:
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Better Transport Queensland @bettertransportqueensland.org · 07/10/2025
Better Transport Queensland is proud to release our 2025 Policy Platform: a forward-looking blueprint for a safer, more connected, and sustainable transport future across Queensland. Visit btq.org.au/releases to find out more!
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Better Transport Queensland @bettertransportqueensland.org · 23/03/2025
Join us for our inaugural policy platform on the 6th April at Kenmore Library! This is your opportunity to shape the future of transport in Queensland and make your voice heard. Find out more here: forum.bettertransportqueensland.org/t/notice-of-....
BTQ Policy Platform Announcement
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