Greater Shepparton Secondary College students can travel to school by a Public Transport Victoria bus (Conveyance Bus) or a School Bus Program bus (Country Bus).
Bus Travel 2026
The Victorian Government announced earlier this year that from the 1st January 2026, public transport will be free across Victoria for all children aged 17 and under.
What this looks like for our region and how it applies to local school travel is yet to be confirmed by the Government. They are hopeful of providing all the details to us by early term 4, 2025.
As we receive this information, we will update and implement any new guidelines and requirements and of course, keep you informed!
Keep visiting this site to be informed for any released updates.
Here’s what we know so far…
Free travel is across the entire state of Victoria at any time including public holidays, school holidays, school days and weekends with a newly available Youth Myki card (Not available until December 2025).
Families will be able to purchase a Youth Myki for $5 online or via the PTV Call Centre. We will provide the details of the website for online Youth Myki purchases and the call centre contact number once the Government releases this information to us.
Students can use this Youth Myki on town buses in Shepparton/ Mooroopna for free travel and use the same Youth Myki card if accessing Myki equipped services in Metropolitan Melbourne/other services across Victoria.
Bus Passes
All that’s required is to fill out an application form to enable us to assess your eligibility.
Simply click on the link below or scan the QR Code to complete the Bus Travel Application Form.
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*Please be advised that the online process is our preferred method for submitting a bus application.
A paper application form is available upon request from either the Enterprise, Neighbourhood Receptions or directly from the Student Transport office; located in the Hub. Once the paper form is completed and signed by a parent/guardian the forms need to be returned to any of the locations listed above.
Please be aware that by submitting a paper bus application form, the process may take longer due to the additional time involved in processing a hardcopy.
Please ensure all address details are current and up to date when filling out the bus application. In order for us to proceed with processing the application, the details on the bus form need to mirror those we currently have on compass. In the event the details don’t match, processing will cease until we have made contact and informed you of the discrepancy and how to rectify it to enable us to proceed with the application.
If your child/ren reside between two addresses, please fill out an application for both addresses. This will ensure we can assess the eligibility for both addresses and provide the relevant bus routes for both residences.
Replacing a Bus Pass
A student’s initial bus pass is given to them at no cost.
However, if this card gets lost, misplaced or damaged you are required to go to the relevant bus company and order a new bus pass. This will come at a cost of $10.
Please see below the details of the bus providers.
Dysons (Red Bus Pass)
Address – 23 Industrial Rd, Shepparton
Phone: 5831 2150
Jacobsons (Yellow Bus Pass)
Address – 1 Huggard Drive, Mooroopna
Phone: 5820 3700
Conduct of Behaviour for School Bus Travel
There are expectations of all students using school bus travel from both the Bus Operators and GSSC.
Behaviours that aren’t accepted and in will result in further action include:
- Using offensive language
- Bullying, Teasing or Aggression
- Vandalism
- Smoking and Vaping
- Failing to listen to or ignoring instructions from the bus driver
School bus travel is a privilege and there will be consequences as a result of inappropriate behaviour while travelling on a bus.
Local and Country Bus services differ in how behavioural issues are managed.
If travelling on a Country Bus, an offense policy is already in place. This states that a fourth offence results in no further travel for the student for the rest of the calendar year. It is important to note that although there are four stages to this policy, the severity of an offence will determine the action and could possibly be escalated to a higher offence, even if it’s their first offence.
Inappropriate behaviour on a local bus is deemed a public matter. This could result in the bus driver calling the police and or bringing the behaviour to the attention of the Department of Education. The bus operator will also alert the Student Transport Coordinator. The matter will then be forward onto the leadership team at GSSC. Discretion will be used as to whether the school will also action consequences against the inappropriate behaviour.
Jacobson Bus Lines
Mooroopna Passenger Service Pty Ltd; Nosboc Nominees Pty Ltd; John Grieve Nominees Pty. Ltd;
Fred Hall Bus Lines Pty. Ltd & Adderley Holdings Pty. Ltd
Bus Service Letter to Parents(106 KB)
Bus Lines Code of Conduct (143 KB)
Child Safety & Wellbeing policy(232 KB)
Fords Bus Service Pty Ltd
Fords Parents Signed Letter(88 KB)
Fords Child Safe Standards(68 KB)
Fords Child Safety and Wellbeing Policy(233 KB)
Fords Code of Conduct 2022(141 KB)
For More Information Please Call: (03) 5891 2024
Change of Address
Moved or Moving?
All that is required is to update your new residential details by filling in a ‘Change of Contact Details Form’ and returning it to your Neighbourhood or Enterprise reception.
This form can be accessed through your Neighbourhood or Enterprise reception.
Once the form is completed and returned to reception, fill out an online bus application using the link or QR code. Once it’s received, it will be processed to determine eligibility.
Please note that we can only begin the application process once the new address details are verified and match those we have on compass.
School Bus Services for GSSC
Local Bus Routes
School Bus Services for Greater Shepparton Secondary College.
There are two bus travel services available for students. These include are, Public Transport Victoria Bus (Conveyance – local areas) and the School Bus Program (Country Bus)
Links to all local bus routes provided to our students are listed below. You can download the links below to determine which bus route and service you require. Alternatively, you can email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. to request details of the bus service, times and drop off locations to be sent to you.
Please note that bus routes are set by the Department of Transport Victoria and cannot be altered. Your closest stop may still be up to 1.5km from your home residential address.
You can download the Greater Shepparton School Bus Services Table in the link below to find the School bus/es servicing to Greater Shepparton Secondary College and determine whether your child/ren is a Public Transport Victoria bus (Conveyance Bus) or a School Bus Program bus (Country Bus)
Greater Shepparton School Bus Services
Please refer to the PTV Bus Routes listed below.
Please note that bus routes are set by the Department of Transport Victoria and cannot be altered. Your closest stop may still be up to 1.5km from your home residential address.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Bus travel free for all students in 2026?
The Victorian Government announced earlier this year that all bus travel will be free for children under the age of 17 in 2026. What this looks like for our region and how it applies to local school travel is yet to be confirmed by the Government.
As we receive this information, we will update and implement any new guidelines and requirements and of course, keep you informed!
How do I apply for a bus pass?
You can apply for a bus pass by visiting the GSSC website. Go to ‘OPERATIONS’ then scroll down to ‘Bus Travel Information.’ Here you will find the ‘Bus Pass’ accordion drop box where the application link and QR code are situated.
Students can also find the QR code for the bus application at their Neighbourhood receptions, Enterprise reception or the Student Transport office located in the Hub.
Please note, phone policy rules need to be adhered to, therefore scanning of the codes needs to be done before or after school.
Is every student eligible for a Bus Pass?
No, not every student will be eligible for a bus pass. The current requirement is to live a minimum distance of 4.8km away and attend your closest school to be eligible for free bus travel.
Can I fill out a bus application in paper form?
Yes, as a parent or guardian you can request a paper application form to be emailed to you. However, the preferred method of submitting a bus application is through the online process; either via the link or QR code.
Students can also see their Neighbourhood reception or head to the Student Transport office, located in the Hub, to request a paper application form.
Please note that submitting an application using this method may take longer to process due to the additional steps involved in processing a paper application form.
How do I know if my child is eligible?
Once you have submitted your application, it will be processed to determine the student’s eligibility. Upon the completion of this process, a confirmation email will be sent to the parent/guardian.
In the circumstance the application is deemed ineligible, the parent/guardian will receive a notification email informing them of this.
How do I know which bus to catch?
Upon an eligible application, a confirmation email will be sent to the parent/guardian. If you require information of which bus to catch, times and location of bus pick up or drop off simply reply to our email requesting this data. Alternatively, you can contact your local bus provider; Dysons or Jacobsons (Mooroopna) or visit the GSSC website where you can locate and download maps of the School Bus Services to determine which route you require.
Students can also see Linda, Sheree or Dean in the Student Transport Office, located in the Hub if they are unsure.
How long does it take for the application to be processed?
Once the bus application has been submitted, the students’ eligibility should be processed within approximately five business days.
Please note during high volume application times, the time frame could be longer.
Paper application forms can also take longer to process due to the increased processes involved in this application method.
Can my child’s bus pass be suspended due to inappropriate behaviour while travelling on the bus?
Yes. School bus travel is a privilege and there will be consequences as a result of inappropriate behaviour while travelling on a bus.
Local and Country Bus services differ in how behavioural issues are managed.
If travelling on a Country Bus, an offense policy is already in place. This states that a fourth offence results in no further travel for the student for the rest of the calendar year. It is important to note that although there are four stages to this policy, the severity of an offence will determine the action and could possibly be escalated to a higher offence, even if it’s their first offence.
Inappropriate behaviour on a local bus is deemed a public matter. This could result in the bus driver calling the police and or bringing the behaviour to the attention of the Department of Education. The bus operator will also alert the Student Transport Coordinator. The matter will then forward onto the leadership team at GSSC. Discretion will be used as to whether the school will also action consequences against the inappropriate behaviour.
What if my child hasn’t received their bus pass before the commencement of the school year?
Students do not receive their bus pass until the commencement of the new school year. There will be a bulk amount of bus passes distributed during the first couple of weeks of the school year. Bus passes will continue to be handed out after this period of time.
Please note, the bus operators are lenient throughout this time, giving students access to the service without needing to present their bus pass upon entering the bus.
What if my child is living between two addresses?
No worries! We simply need to have two bus application forms submitted, one for each address to determine the eligibility and the bus service/route required.
Where do I get my bus pass from?
Bus passes will be handed out to students by their Neighbourhood reception.
What happens if I lose my bus pass?
While the initial bus pass is given to students for free, if it is lost, misplaced or damaged, you will be required to pay $10 to receive a replacement bus pass.
To do this, you will need to go to the relevant bus operator to organise and pay for a new pass.
Dysons (Red Card) – 23 Industrial Drive Shepparton. Phone- 5831 2150
Jacobsons (Yellow Card) – 1 Huggard Drive Mooroopna. Phone- 5820 3700
Can my child still catch a local bus if they aren’t eligible for a bus pass?
Yes! You can either pay $1.50 cash each way to the bus driver upon entering the bus or contact Dysons Shepparton and purchase a bus pass which will eliminate the need of money each day!
What happens if I move houses?
All you need to do is update your new residential details by filling in a ‘Change of Contact Details Form’ and returning it to your Neighbourhood or Enterprise reception.
Once this has been completed, simply fill out another bus application form using the link or QR code.
Do I have to renew my application/bus pass every year?
No, once you have been deemed eligible for a bus pass, it is automatically renewed for the following year given the circumstances are the same, eg. no change of address.
For more information
For general information about the Conveyance Allowance Program or School Bus Program, refer to the GSSC website or visit: www.education.vic.gov.au (Search 'travelling to school') or contact the School Bus Coordinator on 5891 2024 or This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
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