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Ride & Thrive
Transport support for apprentices and students in regional NSW
If you're studying, undertaking an apprenticeship or getting to work, and you don't have reliable transport, CCCS may be able to help.
This is a time-limited trial funded by Transport for NSW.
What is Ride & Thrive?
Ride & Thrive is a community transport trial funded by Transport for NSW. It's designed to help people in regional NSW who don't have reliable access to private or public transport get to study, training or work. As a trusted transport provider, CCCS has been selected to deliver the program in regional NSW.
Is this for you?
You may be eligible if you:
Limited transport access
Have limited or no access to private or public transport.
Study, apprentice or trainee
Are studying, or working as an apprentice or trainee.
Regional NSW resident
Live in regional NSW and are not already receiving government-funded transport.
Note: Other eligibility criteria may apply. Submitting an expression of interest does not guarantee eligibility.
How it works
Three easy steps to find out whether Ride & Thrive can support your transport needs.
Express your interest
Fill in the short form below to tell us about your situation.
We'll be in touch
A member of the CCCS team will contact you to discuss your eligibility and transport needs.
Get on your way
If you're eligible, we'll arrange transport support tailored to your local area.
Areas covered under the trial
Bega Valley
Eden, Merimbula to Bega
Hilltops
Boorowa, Harden, Young
Young to Wagga
Via Cootamundra
South Coast
Ulladulla to Nowra, Nowra, Kiama to Illawarra areas
Express your interest
Fill in your details below and we'll be in touch to discuss your eligibility and how we can help.
Community Transport “Ride and Thrive” Trial FAQ
What is the Community Transport “Ride and Thrive” Trial?
It’s a new trial funded by Transport for NSW to help people in regional NSW get to study, training or work when they don’t have a reliable way to get there. Coast & Country Community Services is one of 16 community transport providers chosen to deliver it. If transport has been the thing holding you back, we may be able to help.
Can I use it? Who’s eligible?
You might be eligible if you have limited or no access to private or public transport, you’re studying or working as an apprentice or trainee (or about to start), and you live in regional NSW. You also need to not already be receiving government-funded transport. Other eligibility criteria may apply, so if you’re not sure, the easiest thing is to register your interest, and we’ll talk it through with you.
Does it cost anything?
Registering your interest is free, and there’s no obligation. We’ll explain any costs involved when we talk through your options, so you’ll know where you stand before anything goes ahead.
How do I apply, and what happens next?
Fill in the short online form to register your interest; it only takes a few minutes. From there, we’ll get in touch to check your eligibility and talk about what you need and what’s available in your area. As capacity is limited, registering doesn’t guarantee a place, but it’s the first step to finding out.
I’m under 18. Can I still register?
Yes. If you’re under 18, just ask a parent or guardian to complete the form with you so they’re across it too. Everything else works the same way.
Where is it available, and how long does it run?
The trial runs until 30 June 2027. It operates along set routes across regional NSW. The areas currently covered are:
· Bega Valley — Eden, Merimbula and Bega
· Hilltops — Boorowa, Harden and Young
· Young to Wagga Wagga
· Ulladulla to Nowra
· Nowra, Kiama and the Illawarra
Start dates vary from route to route, so timing may differ depending on where you are. If your area is on the list, register your interest and we’ll let you know what’s happening near you. Places are limited.
Keeping regional communities connected.
Coast & Country Community Services is a not-for-profit organisation delivering transport, community connection and support services across regional NSW. We've been helping people stay connected, independent and active in their communities for decades, and Ride & Thrive is the next step in that journey.
NSW
Regional community transport
CCCS
Trusted local provider
Trial
Time-limited program
TfNSW
Funded by Transport for NSW