A trial community transport link between Ōamaru and Dunedin will continue operating after receiving a funding boost. The Otago Regional Council voted to extend the Ōamaru community transport trial by six months until September 30. Otago Regional Council transport portfolio co-lead Cr Alan Somerville said the extension allows time to develop a permanent option. ‘‘Now that this trial has started, it’s important it is continued until we come up with a permanent solution,’’ Cr Somerville said. ‘‘Later this year the council will look at a long-term solution to public transport between Dunedin and Ōamaru.

Source: Otago Daily Times April 08, 2026 18:03 UTC