Ferry service launched on Gold Coast waterways
Southport’s Broadwater Parklands will be one of five waterfront precincts to be included in a new Gold Coast ferry service trial.
Gold Coast Mayor Tom Tate said the new ‘Hopo’ service, which has recently been launched, sees the ferry stop at five locations including Southport, Marina Mirage and the popular Sea World attraction at Main Beach. It will also make stops at Appel Park and HOTA in Surfers Paradise. He added:
The Mayor said using the waterways as a transport route provided a number of benefits such as reducing road traffic and giving residents an opportunity to enjoy the beautiful canals, describing it as a ‘win-win’ for everyone.
He said transport demand was changing and growing, and the new ferry service provides an ideal way to diversify the transport network while keeping the City connected.
The trial will run for two years and is expected to carry an estimated 700 passengers weekly. Organisations promoting new services to the public often use flyer printing to inform.
General Manager of Ferry 1, Anthony Ardern urged locals to support the service, which will consist of two ferries travelling in different directions and operating hourly from 7am to 9pm every day.
Gold Coast Mayor Tom Tate said the new ‘Hopo’ service, which has recently been launched, sees the ferry stop at five locations including Southport, Marina Mirage and the popular Sea World attraction at Main Beach. It will also make stops at Appel Park and HOTA in Surfers Paradise. He added:
“This new service, part of our 2031 Transport Strategy, offers a unique travel experience to our residents and visitors, giving them greater access to our waterways and popular destinations.”
The Mayor said using the waterways as a transport route provided a number of benefits such as reducing road traffic and giving residents an opportunity to enjoy the beautiful canals, describing it as a ‘win-win’ for everyone.
He said transport demand was changing and growing, and the new ferry service provides an ideal way to diversify the transport network while keeping the City connected.
The trial will run for two years and is expected to carry an estimated 700 passengers weekly. Organisations promoting new services to the public often use flyer printing to inform.
General Manager of Ferry 1, Anthony Ardern urged locals to support the service, which will consist of two ferries travelling in different directions and operating hourly from 7am to 9pm every day.