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Usage of the Bathurst bus system remains low among residents and visitors alike despite skyrocketing petrol prices and growing environmental concerns. Poor community experiences and a lack of accessibility to tourists stop widespread adoption of local public transport. As the cost of living in Australia continues to rise, a revival of the Bathurst bus service could provide a cleaner way into the future of travel.