1 August 2025
The Finocchiaro CLP Government continues to deliver a safer transport network for bus passengers with a new and improved NT Bus Tracker app rolling out today.
Passengers can now better plan their travel and save time with the app providing real-time information about buses initially in Darwin and Palmerston with Alice Springs to come on-line soon after.
The app brings key features in demand by passengers including improved trip planning, real-time tracking of buses, notifications of bus arrivals and upcoming departure stops and working out the quickest route.
Minister for Logistics and Infrastructure Bill Yan said the new NT Bus Tracker app is another step by the CLP Government to give passengers greater confidence to feel safe and informed when catching a bus in the Territory.
"We continue to build a public transport system that better serves Territorians by enhancing service delivery for passengers and drivers," Mr Yan said.
"This means less time waiting at bus stops for passengers and giving our hard-working bus drivers confidence that we are actively tracking where they are."
The app is a key reform of the CLP Government's Bus Safety Reform Strategy here, delivering a safe public transport system demanded by Territorians.
Closure of Casuarina and Darwin bus interchanges by mid-October 2025 to reduce anti-social behaviour and support a reliable network.
A full review of the Darwin and Palmerston bus networks with a focus on reducing wait times, improving routes, and reviewing some low-patronage late-night services.
Upgraded safety measures: This includes expanded CCTV at known hotspots, direct radio connections between drivers and Transit Officers, and enhanced duress alarms onboard buses.
Continuation of free bus travel beyond 1 July 2025: This is an interim measure to improve driver safety by eliminating the need for them to carry cash on board. The Department of Logistics and Infrastructure is currently working to identify a ticketing system that best meets the specific needs of the Territory's transport network.
"We are tackling Labor's public transport mess head on by shutting down outdated interchanges, boosting surveillance, and now empowering passengers with real-time information to better plan their trip," Mr Yan said.
This initiative is part of the Finocchiaro CLP Government's year of action, certainty and security, which continues to reduce crime and restore the lifestyle Territorians deserve.
The new NT Bus Tracker app will be available for download on the Apple App Store starting 1 August. Roll out on Google Play is anticipated to follow soon after.
The existing app will remain operational and accessible until mid-September, providing users with a transition period to migrate to the new version.
