Residents in Newport are calling for improved bus services, saying better connections are needed to link the growing suburb with nearby shops, the waterfront and Kippa-Ring train station.
The discussion has gained attention in recent months through a community petition calling for expanded bus services in Newport. The petition asks for routes that better connect residents to key destinations across the Redcliffe Peninsula, including Kippa-Ring station, local shopping areas and the foreshore.
Current Transport Services in Newport
Newport is already served by public transport through the Translink network. One of the primary routes operating in the area is Route 699, which services several stops including Newport Drive, Griffith Road and Endeavour Esplanade.
According to Translink timetables, Route 699 travels through the peninsula and connects with Kippa-Ring station, providing access to the Redcliffe Peninsula Line for travel towards Brisbane.
The route means Newport residents do have access to public transport, although some locals say the current service does not fully meet the needs of a growing residential area.
Newport Residential Growth
Newport has seen steady residential growth in recent years, with new housing developments bringing more families and commuters to the suburb.
For residents without regular access to a car, buses play an important role in connecting the community to daily destinations such as schools, workplaces, shopping centres and medical services.
Public transport can also provide easier access to the train network at Kippa-Ring, which many peninsula commuters rely on for travel into Brisbane.
Community Advocacy Gaining Attention
The call for improved services has also drawn interest from the South-East Queensland Transport Association (SEQTA), a community advocacy group focused on public transport issues across the region.
SEQTA describes itself as an independent community organisation advocating for improvements in public transport frequency, accessibility and network coverage across South-East Queensland.
Earlier this year, members of the group met with Redcliffe MP Kerri-Anne Dooley, who later shared on social media that the discussion included public transport improvements on the peninsula and encouraged residents to sign the Newport bus petition.
The Newport discussion comes as transport planning continues across South-East Queensland in the lead-up to the 2032 Olympic and Paralympic Games. Leaders are currently exploring several potential expansions to the Brisbane Metro network.
But the key question remains whether the current bus network will evolve alongside Newport’s growth. Advocates say improving local bus connections would make it easier for residents to travel around the peninsula without relying entirely on cars.
Published 17-March-2026
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