Help your students feel confident about catching public transport before they step into high school.

The Public Transport Authority’s (PTA) Right Track program partnered with Youth Futures Midland throughout March, working with students from all year levels to encourage safer and more responsible decision-making when using public transport. 

WA Bike Month is back this October, and schools across WA are invited to take part in an annual celebration of bike riding! Thanks to $75,000 in grant funding—provided by the Department of Transport and supported by RAC—eligible schools can now apply to host events that inspire students, families and communities to hop on a bike for fun, fitness and active travel.

The Public Transport Authority (PTA) is pleased to launch a brand-new Activations and Events Program, which is designed to connect communities and shine a spotlight on the new METRONET station precincts. We’ve got a train-load of exciting initiatives on track, from pop-up model railway exhibitions to free station libraries, plus plenty more surprises popping up across the network.

Teachers, with Transperth’s services running rain, hail, or shine, your students can enjoy a smooth journey no matter the weather. 

The Thornlie-Cockburn Link - Perth’s first East-West cross line connection - started  official passenger services on Monday 9 June and now provides travel options for commuters between Mandurah and Armadale. And, with the introduction of an updated bus network, getting to and from these stations has never been easier.

Ensuring safe travel for about 2800 Shenton College students each day is no small feat. Recognising these challenges, the PTA’s Right Track program has launched a dedicated behaviour change campaign, working directly with students to reinforce the importance of safety, responsibility, and courtesy when using Transperth services.

The origin of the name Maylands harks back to CY O’Connor’s visionary plan for the Goldfields water pipeline.

Get your students ready to bring some smiles and a whole lot of fun to kids in hospital by supporting Radio Lollipop.

Passengers on Transperth services will soon notice a new campaign encouraging thoughtful travel habits. "Manners in Motion" – being rolled out across the network - aims to foster a more considerate public transport experience and highlights small but impactful behaviours that can make a big difference to fellow commuters, such as keeping backpack use in check, lowering noise levels and standing for adults.

Great news for students and teachers! From Wednesday 5 February, students with a valid Student SmartRider can travel for free on all Transperth and Transregional services. This free travel entitlement is valid Monday to Friday until the end of the school year and aims to make public transport more accessible and affordable for students.

Transperth officials have reported a concerning rise in the number of students accidentally dropping personal belongings onto railway tracks. Many students, unaware of the grave risks, believe they can safely retrieve their items by hopping onto the tracks and climbing back up. However, this miscalculation could not only result in life-threatening accidents but also lead to hefty fines of up to $1000 for trespassing.

Teachers across Perth are gearing up for exciting school excursions, and with Transperth’s Group Travel, these journeys are easier than ever! To help you make the most of your experience, here are some handy tips to ensure a smooth trip for you and your students.

As we approach the end of another fantastic year, it’s time to reflect on the highlights from our group travel adventures. So far in 2024, we’ve celebrated more than 650 school bookings and have made in excess of 1000 excursion trips more accessible than ever!

The Department of Transport Your Move team is excited to announce the 2024 Connecting Schools Grant. This grant round will open at the start of Term 4 for eligible Your Move schools to apply.

The Yanchep Rail Extension opened on Sunday, July 14, and the Joondalup Line was officially renamed the Yanchep Line.

This newly-opened terminus station on the former Joondalup Line has a strong (albeit descriptively short) indigenous origin to its name.

The PTA’s Right Track program has a long-running relationship with Sevenoaks Senior College in Cannington, because of its proximity to the rail network and the diverse make-up of its students.

The original train stations at Fremantle and North Fremantle opened way back in 1881. Yet the history of the area, and its name, goes back even further – to the very first days of the Swan River Colony.

In the last edition of TransEd, we didn’t want to SHOCK you but….we introduced the “Use Your Brains Around Trains” campaign to raise awareness around the risks of electrocution and injury due to trespass on Perth’s expanding train network. With the Yanchep Rail Extension now entering the testing phase, schools between Butler and Yanchep were given the opportunity for the Right Track program to visit their school during term 1.

It’s highly likely that, at some stage, most children will come across trains and/or light rail (and their respective tracks) in the city or in regional areas. And, just like learning to cross the road, staying safe on and around rail is a skill for life.

The much-anticipated C-series train is finally here! Built locally at the Bellevue railcar manufacturing facility, this is the first train manufactured in WA in 30 years. The C-series train comprises of six railcars with 400 seats and can carry more than 1000 passengers.

One of WA's most prominent early colonial figures in the stories of so many Perth stations, it's only right at least one station is named after them.

With the rapidly expanding rail network courtesy of Metronet, many students will soon be able to catch the train as part of their daily commute.

While this will change the way students get around, it brings other risks they may not have been exposed to previously – such as severe risk of electrocution or injury due to trespass.

As we witness the rising popularity of electric buses as a sustainable mode of transport, it's intriguing to delve into the history that preceded this green revolution. Contrary to popular belief, electric buses aren't a new concept but have a rich history dating back to the early 1900s.

On the back of the Summer of Free Public Transport, the state government recently announced free transport for school students on Transperth Services.

Did you know the Public Transport Authority has a program aimed at encouraging young people to behave more safely on Transperth’s public transport network?

The Right Track program is all about promoting safer travel by encouraging young passengers to become more responsible for their own safety, and to make positive choices.

As 2023 comes to a close, the excitement of moving from primary to high school is building. For many students, it also means taking that big step towards independent travel on public transport in 2024.

Transperth took a colourful stand for the LGBTQIA+ community with the unveiling of a striking rainbow bus, symbolising our commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion.

The name Mick Watts may ring a bell with many of the seasoned educators who have taken school trips on the Midland and Fremantle lines.. After an incredible 58-year career at the PTA, Mick said goodbye to the railway industry last month, leaving a legacy that has touched the lives of many.