Design of a regional town and rural hinterland (RTRH) MaaS blueprint: final report on the overall project outcomes

The report begins with an introduction to MaaS, outlining its key components and benefits. The evidence base underpinning the development of the Blueprint is then presented and comprises an international review of experience with rural and regional MaaS and a summary of the primary data collection. The full Blueprint is then presented followed by an Action Plan for the NSW Government to take forward when implementing the Blueprint. The primary data collection and analysis is based on three strands of work. First, seventeen in-depth interviews conducted with supply-side providers and organisers in the three locations selected for detailed study (Dubbo, Nowra, and Coffs Harbour). These interviews yielded valuable insights into the perspectives and experiences of stakeholders who could be involved in MaaS provision in these areas. Secondly, community discussion groups with 45 participants, which included a "pencil & paper" survey, conducted in the same three locations. This approach engaged directly with end users and captured their mobility barriers, feedback and suggestions, contributing to a deeper understanding of their mobility needs and expectations. Finally, a NSW-wide online survey targeting residents of the 16 regional cities was conducted to provide a broader perspective, allowing for the identification of preferences and needs related to mobility and non-mobility services in regional and rural areas. Overall, this final report presents valuable insights derived from a comprehensive analysis of primary data. Findings have highlighted the transformative potential of MaaS in rural and regional areas, including: 1. The potential for improved accessibility, 2. The potential for enhanced user experience; and 3. The importance of tailored solutions.

• Record URL:
  • https://imoveaustralia.com/project/project-outcomes/maas-in-regional-towns-and-rural-hinterlands/
• Corporate Authors:

  iMOVE Cooperative Research Centre

  Port Melbourne, Victoria   

  Transport for New South Wales (TfNSW)

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  iMOVE Cooperative Research Centre

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• Publication Date: 2023-6

Media Info

• Pagination: 55p

Subject/Index Terms

• TRT Terms: Accessibility; Computers; Data collection; Demand responsive transportation; Mobility; Public participation; Regions; Rural areas; Surveys
• Uncontrolled Terms: Interviews
• Geographic Terms: Australia; New South Wales
• ATRI Terms: Accessibility; Demand responsive transport; Interview; Mobility; Online Survey; Public participation; Region; Rural area
• ITRD Terms: 1157: Demand responsive transport; 9105: Mobility (pers)
• Subject Areas: Society; I72: Traffic and Transport Planning;

Filing Info

• Accession Number: 01907043
• Record Type: Publication
• Source Agency: ARRB Group Limited
• Report/Paper Numbers: iMOVE 3-020
• Files: ITRD, ATRI
• Created Date: Feb 6 2024 9:05AM