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Pacific Coast Coaches

Locality: Frederickton, New South Wales, Australia

Phone: +61 400 676 310

Address: 112 Edgar St 2440 Frederickton, NSW, Australia

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25.01.2022 Life of a coach driver

25.01.2022 Since joining with Travelon..... here is a selection of the fleet

23.01.2022 MEDIA RELEASE Road to Recovery rally for buses on the brink Dozens of family-owned and independent buses are on the brink of collapse, thousands of drivers coul...d lose their jobs and ``Mum and Dad operators stand to lose their homes as an impact of COVID-19 restrictions. To highlight their plight and lobby for a government rescue package, desperate small bus company owners will rally outside NSW Parliament on Wednesday, September 16. Spokesman Rod Williams, who owns Near or Far Bus & Coach in the Blue Mountains, said while smaller bus companies were grateful for government help such as JobKeeper, many aspects of the industry had been overlooked. Forgotten victims of the COVID-19 fallout, small companies needed help with crippling costs like depot rental payments, vehicle registration, insurances, fuel costs and toll fees to remain viable and provide job security for employees. They called on government to share transport work with all accredited operators in NSW rather than just large companies. ``This isnt about pitting small companies against big companies, but we do need a road to recovery plan, Mr Williams said. ``Family-owned and independent bus companies are essential. We transported firies during the 2019-20 Black Summer bushfires. Weve been there countless times when the trains or airlines go down. We transported your children on excursions, your guests to your wedding and took you safely home after your Christmas party. ``All of this is now at stake. Now we need help. Pre-COVID, Near or Far had four coaches, a mini bus and a healthy turnover. Within 24 hours on March 15-16, ``everything was stripped from our calendar as travel restrictions put the brakes on schools excursions, community group outings and sightseeing tours. A second round of cancellations when the Victorian pandemic worsened gouged his business further. Cyril Govender of Cyrils Coach Tours at Narellan and Andy Leonello of Al Tours at Luddenham, who relied on the school transport market, havent ``turned the wheel of their vehicles since March. ``I dont go to the letterbox anymore the bills scare me, Mr Leonello said. He worried about the thousands of bus drivers, mechanics, cleaning and other ancillary staff employed by the bus industry. ``Were not using our vehicles so we dont need windscreens, tyres or technicians, which means were not bringing business to these people, he said. Like Mr Williams, many owners had coaches inspected, registered and serviced, ready to step in to replace trains or other modes of transport if needed as per their Emergency Bussing Standing Order commitments. They hoped that Transport for NSW would share with smaller companies work like the transfer of returned travellers from the airport to quarantine hotels. Scheduled rail replacement on the Blue Mountains line until September 18 was another opportunity. ``All of my coaches will be sitting at home available, Mr Williams said. ``I hope at least one of them will get a run alongside vehicles from outside the area. Just one shift per week would be enough to keep a small business viable. While owners were grateful for JobKeeper payments which ensured they could keep many staff, the allowance did not cover vehicle maintenance and running costs. ``Its life and death now, Mr Williams said. ``Ive got guys ringing me in tears and threatening suicide, and that impacts my own mental health. As the end of loan repayment holiday periods loom, bus owners who invested in their business before the pandemic, now face foreclosure on their vehicles because they are unable to meet the payments. Mr Govender invested in a fleet upgrade pre-COVID, financing it with a loan. The bank has since demanded he make half payments, with full monthly payments expected from the end of September. Pick of the Crop Coach Tours from Riverstone owner Jeff Spence sold five of his buses, with four registered ``just in case. The registered and insured on each costs $12,000 a year. Nazio Fillipi, who owns Australian Bus & Coach Service which operates Bargain Buyers and Legend Shopping Tours, took a job driving trucks to cover his rent and lease payments. His company has operated well known shopping tours for more than 30 years. This year was the first season ever cancelled. That meant sporting clubs, schools and charities which usually shared its profits did not receive those funds. Mr Spence was concerned that drivers would disappear into other sectors, leaving the bus industry short of qualified drivers when buses are eventually back on the road. Meanwhile, drivers like Glenorie Coaches Michael Wood and Kelvin Weatherburn from Near or Far Bus & Coach worried there wouldnt be jobs to return to in an industry they have dedicated their working lives to. -ends-

23.01.2022 It makes you feel accomplished and satisfied when a passenger comes up to you after alighting from the coach and they say Well done driver your driving is smooth and getting us here on time with the difficulty you faced this afternoon My reply Thank you sir glad you were comfortable and enjoyed the trip

22.01.2022 This is what I miss when I’m out on the road ...... even had a couple of visitors

21.01.2022 Have come a long way since those early beginnings with equipment and aircraft

21.01.2022 Our last job starting with sunset over the Macleay River ending with a sunrise at Point Danger on the NSW / QLD boarder

21.01.2022 At my fav wildlife park

20.01.2022 It was an absolute honour and pleasure to have this gentleman on board the service today / tonight. This gentleman is why I am in the industry today. This was more than likely his last run on a coach down the highway he has driven over many many years. He has worked for a number of companies VIP Express, Gold Coast Express EET, Bus Australia, Intertour and Surf City just to name a few. His health and mind problems wont allow him to travel any long distance anymore on his own. So DAD ( Garry Holl ) I really hope that you enjoyed yourself tonight as I enjoyed having you with me. Thank you to Premier Motor Service for allowing this to happen.

18.01.2022 The two big guns

18.01.2022 Coming to an end of a great couple of weeks with Kinchela Primary School and their learn to swim classes

18.01.2022 So pic of the last few snow trips I have done

17.01.2022 You know Spring is heat when you see this

17.01.2022 Hi all Pacific Coast Coaches is proud to announce that we have teamed up with Travelon Coaches to service both Sydney and the Mid North Coast to provide services to Schools, Senior groups, Tour Groups, Sporting groups, Inbound groups and General Charter. So please drop us a line and we will help you with your travel needs. Our numbers are ..... Pacific Coast 0400676310... [email protected] Travelon Coaches 0418203598 [email protected] See more

15.01.2022 Helped with a Greyhound breakdown

15.01.2022 This is what I miss when Im out on the road ...... even had a couple of visitors

14.01.2022 Some of the sights we have been seeing of late

14.01.2022 Recent Sydney trip

13.01.2022 Ready for another trip southbound

12.01.2022 EOI........ Pacific Coast Coaches is putting together a night of wonder and fantasy to travel to Sydney to see the James Cameron inspired Cirque Du Soleil TORUK, playing in Sydney for a limited season. Price will include coach to Sydney X Port Macquarie,transfers to and from the show and overnight accommodation. Please contact Pacific Coast Coaches at [email protected] or 0400676310 to enquire.

12.01.2022 As you can see we are still moving

12.01.2022 Fleet favourite ( Port Stephens Coaches )

11.01.2022 An oldie but it goes very well

10.01.2022 Great to be local for a change....... been missing out on these puppies

09.01.2022 As you all know ( or hopefully know ) Pacific Coast Coaches has teamed up with Travelon Coaches. So for all your transport needs please contact us at ........ pacificcoastcoaches@ gmail.com or [email protected]

08.01.2022 Taronga Zoo and Bondi Beach ..... not a bad last day for our guests from the Philippines before they fly home

08.01.2022 Autums day in the City of Sydney

07.01.2022 Hi Guys, Just letting everyone know PACIFIC COAST COACHES has not closed down. We are still taking quotes and still doing jobs to get you all from point A to point B and all destinations in between. We are subcontracting at present being the winter season. So we look forward to hearing from you all. Karen Laws & Jason Holl

06.01.2022 Met my new bro today

05.01.2022 Been in this old girl for the last few days and got to say she holds her own against the newbies Scania 112 .... 69 seater

04.01.2022 Some of the critters from todays visit to Featherdale Wildlife Park

04.01.2022 To our business realationships with our new clients to our friends the industry on behalf of Karen and myself enjoy the night and we will see you in 2017 HAPPY NEW YEAR EVERYONE

03.01.2022 Pacific Coast would like to announce that we will be closed from Dec 23 to Jan 15 2017. From my family to yours we hope you all have a safe Christmas. Look forward to seeing you in 2017 for more adventures. Jason and Karen Pacific Coast Coaches