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25.01.2022 Due to renewal works in St Kilda, buses replace Route 96 trams between Stop 125 Clarendon Street Junction and Stop 138 Luna Park. Details: https://bit.ly/2ZCFgnt
25.01.2022 We're excited to welcome regional Victorians back to Melbourne. For those visiting the city again, City Circle trams now run every 15 minutes. More info here: https://bit.ly/2TQ420b
25.01.2022 Were thrilled to be one of the finalists in the Customer Service category at this years Australasian Rail Industry Awards. Yarra Trams is the only tram network in the world to be accredited with the Scope Communication Access Symbol a vital tool our people use to ensure our passengers can get where they need to go. Thanks for the nomination Australasian Railway Association (ARA)!... You can learn more about Communications Access Symbol here: https://yarratrams.com.au/accessibility Note: This photo was taken prior to the COVID-19 pandemic.
25.01.2022 Thanks to the Working for Victoria fund, weve been able to employ over 300 people to perform regular cleaning of high-touch areas across our stops, depots, and trams. Some of our stops are being cleaned three or more times per day, and our trams get wiped down regularly too in addition to the nightly deep cleans they continue to undergo. Whilst you must only travel for a permitted purpose and only if you are well, if you do need our trams, these amazing individuals are out... on the network each and every day helping to keep you safe. More about travelling on the network, here: https://www.ptv.vic.gov.au/more/coronavirus-covid-19/
24.01.2022 There will be changes to services from Wednesday 5 August during the curfew hours of 8pm to 5am. More details will be available shortly. Normal services continue outside of curfew hours, please remember that a mask or face-covering is required for your entire journey.
24.01.2022 Night Network services on Friday and Saturday nights are being re-instated from tonight, to help you reconnect with Melbourne's world-famous nightlife. Just don't forget your most stylish face mask if you're headed out on the town. [Photo taken prior to the coronavirus pandemic]
24.01.2022 E-Class trams now service Route 30, giving you an upgraded ride. More here: https://bit.ly/34iOmc6
24.01.2022 The requirements around face masks have recently changed. Remember to wear a fitted face mask covering your nose and mouth at all times if you're travelling the network, to help protect your health and those around you. More here: https://www.ptv.vic.gov.au/more/coronavirus-covid-19/
24.01.2022 The new and improved Public Transport Victoria app is here. Download or update it on your smartphone today! More details below.
23.01.2022 A big thank you to the patient local residents and businesses as well as passengers affected during these upgrade works. We’re now more ready than ever for all the big events events Melbourne is famed for to return, with fantastic new infrastructure to support special event services. More info here: https://yarratrams.com.au//wellington-parade-tram-terminus
23.01.2022 New tram timetables on Routes 12, 30, 35, 86, 96 and 109 starting Sunday 8 November. More info here: https://bit.ly/34iPqg1
22.01.2022 Staying at home has been tough - especially for some of our youngest passengers who have been home from school and missing their friends. Smiling Mind, have put together a fantastic digital Care Pack for parents, carers, and teachers to help them manage anxiety and promote positive mental health for kids aged five to 12. To download this free resource, visit: https://bit.ly/31hooUw
22.01.2022 Saturday 5 September: tram services may be affected along Swanston and Bourke streets due to police road closures. If you need to travel in the city tomorrow, we recommend you plan ahead and allow extra journey time.
22.01.2022 Were running services as normal to assist essential travellers and frontline workers to keep their distance on-board, but also sharing frontline stories to highlight why it is so important that Melburnians travel only when necessary. Michael, 46 years old, contracted coronavirus. While in an induced coma, he was unaware that his wife and mother-in-law had also contracted the virus. Michaels wife was hospitalised and his mother-in-law unfortunately lost her life. See how you can help protect yourself and your loved ones here: vic.gov.au/CORONAVIRUS
22.01.2022 Whilst our network continues operating for permitted workers and essential travel, we're also sharing the individual stories of the impact the coronavirus (COVID-19) is having on our community, reminding us that we all have a part to play in slowing the spread. Sam, was admitted to the COVID ward struggling to breathe after collapsing at home within days of contracting the virus. His message as a healthcare worker recovering at home, is clear. We are the frontline. More here: vic.gov.au/CORONAVIRUS
21.01.2022 In any other year, today we’d be helping thousands of footy fans get to the 'G for the AFL Grand Final. While Richmond and Geelong supporters are doing the right thing and staying home to watch the game, we’ve got our fingers crossed it’ll be another all-Victorian Grand Final next year! We are operating to a normal service for those travelling for permitted reasons, with the exception of Night Network which remains suspended. Remember to only travel when you are well, keep y...our distance, practice good hygiene and wear a face mask.
21.01.2022 E-Class trams now service Route 30, giving you an upgraded ride! More info here: https://bit.ly/2TQ420b
21.01.2022 Our network is operating for permitted workers and essential travel, but were also sharing the individual stories of the impact the coronavirus (COVID-19) is having on our community, reminding us that we all have a part to play in slowing the spread. June, went from knowing she didnt feel quite right, to 32 days in ICU. As coronavirus quickly took hold, medical staff believed she may not live through the first night. The virus has left its mark, with June now home, but continuing to fight against its impact on her body. More here: vic.gov.au/CORONAVIRUS
20.01.2022 Due to renewal works in Victoria Street, until last tram Sat 29 Aug, buses replace Route 12 and 109 trams between Stop 16 Wellington St and Stop 29 Barkers Rd. Route 109 trams divert via Bridge Road. Details: https://bit.ly/31Ayjnc
20.01.2022 As a kid, Michael Ho loved planes and trams. Following his passion to work in aviation, he spent many years in operations across multiple airlines before the coronavirus pandemic struck. Following his other childhood fascination, Michael applied to become a tram driver and has spent the last few months helping people who must travel get from A to B. He has loved seeing Melbourne from the driver cabin, and says he still gets excited every time he gets behind the controls to start each journey. Michael is one of 30 new Yarra Trams recruits who are transferring their skills from the air to our network. You can read more about Michael and some of our people here: https://bit.ly/3lI4AB6
19.01.2022 Due to Stage 4 restrictions in Melbourne, after 8pm tonight tram services will run to a reduced frequency of up to 40 minutes. https://www.ptv.vic.gov.au//article/tram-service-changes-a
19.01.2022 Heavy rain & strong wind is forecast today. Take care while travelling & allow extra journey time. Details: https://bit.ly/3ji7Zpg
19.01.2022 From 8pm on Friday 21 Aug to last tram Sat 29 Aug, service changes apply to Route 12 and Route 109 trams due to renewal works in Victoria Street. Details: https://bit.ly/31Ayjnc
19.01.2022 New timetables impact Routes 12, 30, 35, 86, 96 and 109. Plan your journey using the PTV App or check live tram information with TramTRACKER. More info here: https://bit.ly/2TQ420b
18.01.2022 More cleaning, more often. Keeping our passengers and people safe during this pandemic is our highest priority. Thats why our teams check, and double check, the quality of every tram's nightly deep clean before they can go into service.... If its not up to standard, it doesnt run out. Find out more, here: https://yarratrams.com.au//checking-them-once-then-checkin
18.01.2022 With R U OK Day less then a week away, heres a trip down memory lane for #FlashbackFriday. Back in 2015, Yarra Trams and the Tracksafe Foundation proudly got on board the R U OK? campaign, supporting the cause with this eye-catching Z-Class tram. It ran on our network for almost six months helping get the message out in Melbourne. Its more important than ever that we look out for the mental health of others. Simply asking R U OK? can make the world of difference.
18.01.2022 Due to renewal works on Glenferrie and Malvern Rds, from first tram this Saturday Route 16 trams will run from Melbourne Uni to Stop 48 Dandenong Road, with bus replacements taking you the rest of the way. Additional service changes apply to Route 72 from Monday. Check the bus route diversion and details here: https://bit.ly/2ZtTPtL
18.01.2022 The coronavirus pandemic has impacted all of us, and it's been especially tough for the airline industry. Though an E-Class tram doesn't quite hit the speeds of a Boeing or Airbus, we share many similarities with the airline industry - from a strong commitment to safety, to a helping passengers get where they need to go. That's why we're thrilled to have 30 new recruits join us who were formerly in the skies prior to the pandemic, but are now helping essential travellers get around Melbourne on our network. Check out the full story from 9 News Melbourne below.
18.01.2022 We are thrilled to announce the 2021 Yarra Trams Community Partners: BirdLife Australia, Environment Victoria, Fairtrade Australia, Planet Ark, Royal Botanic Gardens Victoria and Wildlife Victoria. These six wonderful community organisations will each receive a share of in-kind advertising across Melbourne’s tram network. Running since 2018, the Yarra Trams Community Partnerships program has been refreshed for 2021 with the new theme of ‘A more sustainable Melbourne’.... More info here: https://yarratrams.com.au/community-partnerships
17.01.2022 Masks on. Keeping their distance. Members of our team showing how its done as we keep the network running for permitted workers and essential travel for food and care.... More: ptv.vic.gov.au/coronavirus
16.01.2022 Its got that new tram smell! Were continuing to deliver essential services and doing it with more Melbourne-made E-Class trams. Our newest - 6088 - is about to enter service, look out for it if youre catching a tram for a permitted reason. More on our fleet here: https://yarratrams.com.au/our-fleet-today
16.01.2022 Helping people is second nature to Emily Cashen - a former Cabin Crew member in the airline industry who has been an Authorised Officer at Yarra Trams since March. As the coronavirus pandemic began, Emily made the switch to our network bringing with her many of the important communication skills needed to support passengers. While she admits there is still plenty to learn about our network, she’s glad to be part of a team environment that also is very familiar coming from the... skies. Emily is one of 30 new Yarra Trams recruits who are transferring their skills from the air to our trams. You can read more about Emily and some of our people here: https://yarratrams.com.au/news/from-the-skies-to-the-rails
16.01.2022 While Melburnians stayed at home, our trams kept running to get essential workers around our city. Dedicated tram driver Brenden Schonfelder joined 9 News Melbourne to give his unique perspective of what this has been like from behind the controls.
16.01.2022 Heavy rain is forecast today. Take care while travelling & allow extra journey time. Details: bit.ly/35SkZxO
16.01.2022 Trams continue to run at a reduced frequency from 9pm to the last service each day. Full service will resume from Monday 12 October, and Night Network will be reinstated from Friday 16 October. Details: ptv.vic.gov.au/coronavirus
15.01.2022 We are renewing overhead lines on the Port Melbourne light rail. Until last tram Friday 9 October buses replace Route 109 trams between Stop 125 Clarendon Street Junction and Port Melbourne. For details visit our website: https://bit.ly/3iYpgUD
15.01.2022 Due to renewal works in St Kilda, from first tram Monday 28 September to last tram Saturday 3 October, buses replace Route 96 trams between Stop 125 Clarendon Street Junction and Stop 138 Luna Park. For details visit our website: https://bit.ly/2ZCFgnt
15.01.2022 Stage 4 restrictions are now in place. Exercise is limited to once a day for 1 hour. Shopping is limited to 1 person once a day. And when doing either, you must stay within 5kms of your home. You must stay home between 8pm and 5am.... Current restrictions: vic.gov.au/CORONAVIRUS See more
14.01.2022 On Friday 16 October and Saturday 17 October, all Night Network services, which run after midnight on Friday and Saturday nights, will be suspended. Details: https://bit.ly/33WcGAn
14.01.2022 Thank you Melbourne, for being patient and kind to our staff and each other while travelling on public transport, and for saying something as important as thank you. Because changing how we travel keeps us together. Find out more about taking public transport for permitted reasons, here: ptv.vic.gov.au/coronavirus
13.01.2022 We're conducting renewal works along Hawthorn Road from first tram Saturday 10 October until last tram Sunday 11 October. Details: https://bit.ly/3kKpxuY
12.01.2022 Today is World Rhino Day, and as many Victorians would know, rhinos have become quite synonymous with our tram network. Back in 2011 we launched the 'Beware the Rhino' campaign, which encouraged safer pedestrian behaviour around trams. You can find out a bit more about World Rhino Day here: https://www.worldrhinoday.org/...
12.01.2022 Reminder: due to renewal works in St Kilda, until last tram Saturday 3 October, buses replace Route 96 trams between Stop 125 Clarendon Street Junction and Stop 138 Luna Park. Details: https://bit.ly/2ZCFgnt
11.01.2022 Whilst we continue to run services as normal to assist essential travellers and frontline workers to keep their distance on-board, were also sharing frontline stories to highlight why it is so important that Melburnians travel only when necessary. Associate Professor Craig French, head of ICU at Western Health, sees first-hand the terrible impact coronavirus has on patients every day. He witnesses the painful separation patients have from their families who are unable to be with them, including in their final moments. See how you can help protect yourself and your loved ones here: vic.gov.au/CORONAVIRUS
11.01.2022 Whilst our network continues operating for permitted workers and essential travel, were also sharing the individual stories of the impact the coronavirus (COVID-19) is having on our community, reminding us that we all have a part to play in slowing the spread. Sam, was admitted to the COVID ward struggling to breathe after collapsing at home within days of contracting the virus. His message as a healthcare worker recovering at home, is clear. We are the frontline. More here: vic.gov.au/CORONAVIRUS
11.01.2022 Due to the Thank You Day/AFL Grand Final public holiday today, trams run to a Saturday frequency with the last tram approximately one hour earlier than the usual timetabled service. Night Network services will not run. Info: https://bit.ly/34cAi3P
10.01.2022 Tram 3006 arrives back at Kew Depot. Not only did T3006 wear a mask for its entire journey, it also practices good hygiene by undergoing a deep clean every night as well as having high-touch points cleaned regularly throughout the day - along with the rest of the tram fleet. And back in the shed, T3006 keeps its distance from others and only leaves for permitted purposes.... We're in this together, Melbourne. To find out more about travelling on public transport right now, visit: https://bit.ly/3b3sstH
10.01.2022 Some hump day trivia for our tram fans; on this day a huge 131 years ago, the first electric tram service ran between Box Hill and Doncaster along what is now appropriately known as Tram Road. Learn more about the history of trams in Melbourne here: https://yarratrams.com.au/melbournes-tram-history
10.01.2022 Thank you Victoria. Together, we can keep on top of this virus. When travelling, that means wearing a fitted face mask that covers our mouth and nose. Washing our hands before and after each trip. Keeping our distance where we can. And never travelling if we feel unwell. To keep us safe, there’s extra cleaning right across the network. It’s up to all of us to protect what we’ve achieved.... STAY SAFE, STAY OPEN. For details go to ptv.vic.gov.au/CORONAVIRUS
09.01.2022 Masks on. Keeping their distance. Members of our team showing how it's done as we keep the network running for permitted workers and essential travel for food and care.... More: ptv.vic.gov.au/coronavirus
09.01.2022 How it started. How it's going.
09.01.2022 Our people, like Tamara, have been working tirelessly throughout the COVID-19 pandemic to keep essential workers and passengers with permitted reasons to travel moving. Follow the link below to the article in The Age about what's changed on the network for our frontline team through these times, and what still brings joy to people's eyes. Thank you for being patient and kind to all our people, and each other.... Click here: https://bit.ly/33L3eyb
08.01.2022 From first tram Monday 28 September to last tram Saturday 3 October, buses replace Route 96 trams between Stop 125 Clarendon Street Junction and Stop 138 Luna Park due to renewal works. Details: https://bit.ly/2ZCFgnt
07.01.2022 R U OK? Today is R U OK Day, a reminder not just today but every day, to consider checking-in on those around us by doing something as simple as asking R U OK? It's more important than ever to look out for our friends, family, colleagues and fellow Melburnians....
07.01.2022 Were an essential service, and were taking a lot of essential workers to their workplace, says Derek Howarth, tram driver and driver trainer here at Yarra Trams Since the coronavirus pandemic began, Derek has been on the frontline helping those who must travel. Hes seen a lot of changes but says that feedback from our passengers has been positive. They (passengers) dont have to worry about getting to work, they can rely on us.... #ThankYou to all our passengers for being patient and kind to our people and each other. Read Dereks story, along with more tales from public transport workers, here: https://bit.ly/325X8J7
07.01.2022 Night Network services, which normally run on Friday and Saturday nights after 1am remain suspended: https://bit.ly/3obzQKX
07.01.2022 Due to renewal works in Wellington Parade, until last tram Sun 1 Nov, Route 48 trams divert via Victoria Street and Route 75 trams divert via Swan Street. Buses replace trams on Wellington Parade and Bridge Road, diverting around the work zone. Details: https://bit.ly/3jpv49Y
07.01.2022 From 8pm tonight, Route 72 trams will run as buses between Stop 25 Commercial Road and Camberwell. Bus replacements will divert around the workzone on Malvern Rd. https://bit.ly/2ZtTPtL
06.01.2022 Tomorrow marks the beginning of the tram track renewal works in Royal Park. Buses replace trams between the Royal Children’s Hospital and West Coburg. We’re still servicing a stop near the Zoo, so there’s no reason to miss the meercats! Details: https://bit.ly/3kGDhad
06.01.2022 As we welcome many of you back to the network, we just wanted to say a big THANK YOU to everybody who's helped us get here. We've all done this together, and can continue to do so by practising good hygiene and wearing a face mask as we get back to exploring our great city. More here: https://bit.ly/3b3sstH
06.01.2022 Due to stage 4 restrictions, after 8pm tonight tram services will run to a reduced frequency, with some services running to up to a 40 minute frequency. https://www.ptv.vic.gov.au/more/coronavirus-covid-19/
06.01.2022 Nightly tram services have been reduced to support the 8pm to 5am curfew, to slow the spread of coronavirus (COVID-19). The only reasons to leave home during these hours are permitted work and urgent medical care or caregiving. Otherwise, you must stay at home. If you need to catch a tram after 8pm, plan ahead at ptv.vic.gov.au/journey
06.01.2022 If you're out on our network for essential travel, you may notice some of our iconic trams joining the rest of us in donning face masks! It's just a fun way to remind all our passengers to wear a mask that covers your nose and mouth, to slow the spread of coronavirus and help protect yourself and those around you. More about face masks on public transport, here: https://bit.ly/3jgT52W ...
06.01.2022 Due to works along La Trobe Street from 8pm to last tram on Monday 24 August, no Route 86 trams will run between Stop 119 La Trobe St & Docklands. Route 30 trams are not running as part of the COVID-19 response plan until further notice.For details: https://bit.ly/2Xj1xpi
06.01.2022 From first tram Monday 5 October to last tram Friday 9 October, buses replace Route 109 trams between Stop 125 Clarendon Street Junction and Port Melbourne due to renewal works. Details: https://bit.ly/3iYpgUD
05.01.2022 Lest we forget.
05.01.2022 Remember, due to Stage 4 restrictions, from 8pm tram services will run to a reduced frequency. Check our website to see which trips have been cancelled and to plan your journey: https://bit.ly/3gHWlTT
05.01.2022 Phone Keys myki ... Hand sanny Mask As restrictions ease, don’t forget all the essentials when you head out on the network to reconnect with your friends, family, and Melbourne. More here: https://www.ptv.vic.gov.au/more/coronavirus-covid-19/
04.01.2022 Phillip Tarquinio and Adam Snelgar used to fly planes together before the coronavirus pandemic grounded airlines across the globe. While they didn’t know it at the time, they both decided to try their hand at driving trams and ended up running into one another at their first day of training. Both have noted how similar our network is to the airline industry, particularly in regards to safety always being the highest priority. But while there have been many skills they’ve ...been able to transfer to their new roles, Adam admits he’s definitely asked passengers to ‘disembark the aircraft’ a couple times during his trips! Phillip and Adam are just two of 30 new Yarra Trams recruits who are transferring their skills from the air to our network. You can read more about them and some of our people here: https://yarratrams.com.au/news/from-the-skies-to-the-rails
04.01.2022 Its been quiet Its good to see people are staying home and the essential workers are out and about going about their jobs, says Shanky Singh, a Senior Authorised Officer here at Yarra Trams. While Shanky hasnt been helping as many passengers as usual, the people he has have been very grateful for his support. Last week, an elderly gent got on the tram He was telling me he hadnt spoken to his family for a while, his grandchildren hadnt come to visit him for a while, ...and he started to tear up. Just having that five-minute chat with him just encouraging him to be positive, he thanked me a lot. Thank you to all our passengers for being patient and kind to our people and each other. Read Shankys story, along with more tales from public transport workers, here: https://bit.ly/325X8J7
04.01.2022 Brenden Schonfelder is a long-time tram driver who also happens to be a passionate and talented photographer. Recently he caught up with Australia Locked Down to talk about life on our network during the coronavirus pandemic. To and from work, Brenden has been capturing Melbourne during lockdown with some of his photographic work featured in the Australia Locked Down archive. Check out part of the interview, below.
03.01.2022 To help slow the spread of the coronavirus and help keep you and fellow travellers healthy, you must wear a fitted face mask when on the public transport network. More info here: https://www.ptv.vic.gov.au/more/coronavirus-covid-19/
02.01.2022 Our network is operating for permitted workers and essential travel, but we're also sharing the individual stories of the impact the coronavirus (COVID-19) is having on our community, reminding us that we all have a part to play in slowing the spread. June, went from knowing she didnt feel quite right, to 32 days in ICU. As coronavirus quickly took hold, medical staff believed she may not live through the first night. The virus has left its mark, with June now home, but continuing to fight against its impact on her body. More here: vic.gov.au/CORONAVIRUS
02.01.2022 NAIDOC week invites all Australians to embrace the true history of this country. We acknowledge the Traditional Owners of the land on which our network operates the Wurundjeri and Boon Wurrung peoples of the Kulin Nation, and pay respect to their Elders past, present and emerging. The first footprints on the land in which our trams travel belonged to First Nations peoples. Always was, always will be.
02.01.2022 8pm Monday 24 August: service changes affect Route 86 trams due to La Trobe Street works. Further information: https://yarratrams.com.au/service-cha/la-trobe-street-works
02.01.2022 Its Rail Safety Week and our trams are still running to support permitted workers. If your travel is essential, being safe around rail is too. #RAILSAFE Learn more at https://tracksafefoundation.com.au/
01.01.2022 I have seen a lot of people reminding each other to physically distance... Its good to see the public helping each other out and reminding everyone to keep safe, says Beth McKinnon, one of our Customer Service Officers here at Yarra Trams. Beth is out on the network every week helping people make their essential journeys. It was one night outside the Alfred hospital that really brought home for her how important our network is right now for Melbourne. I started chatting t...o a nurse who said she doesnt drive and relies on the trams to get to and from work she said thank you for running the service and that she feels safe knowing the trams are still running and were here to help her out. Thank you to all our passengers for saying something as important as thank you to our people, like Beth. Read Beths story, along with more tales from public transport workers, here: https://bit.ly/325X8J
01.01.2022 A pair of good lookers here, don't you think? We recently welcomed back two more iconic W-Class trams to service Route 35 City Circle, now running every 15 minutes. As we welcome more passengers back to the network, remember to practice good hygiene and wear a face mask on board so we can stay safe, and stay open. Photo credit to our multi-talented driver Brenden Schonfelder Photos.
