All children aged 12 years and under will ride the bus for free from today.
The Government announced the initiative last month in an attempt to ease the cost-of-living pressure on families.
Gisborne District Council network technician Hanoa Morete says that from June 30, yesterday, the temporary half-price fares would end, so it was good timing and a great initiative for many families.
“We have approximately 500 school students riding our Waka Kura buses each week, so this will benefit a lot of people.”
As part of the Government initiative, half-price fares will also be available for passengers under 25 as well as Community Service Card holders with a registered Bee Card.
