Invercargill’s Bus System Needs a Total Reset | Wellington News

Wellington News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Jul 10, 2026 · 1m

Invercargill’s mayor is demanding a total reset of the city’s failing public transport system, calling for a blank slate approach after a damning report revealed buses are barely used while parking lots overflow — proving most residents still prefer driving. Councilors are frustrated with incremental fixes and want a bold, community-driven overhaul, inspired by how other cities succeed. With only six regular routes and funding from a patchwork of sources, the city’s bus service is struggling to compete. The mayor’s vision? A transport system that actually works for Invercargill — not just…