News and events
Tram zone changes mean cheaper travel to Deakin University!
Students and staff who take the 75 tram heading in either direction along the Burwood Highway to the Melbourne Burwood Campus can now travel the entire route on a Zone 1 or Zone 2 fare. This is because the Zone 1 and 2 overlap has been extended to the eastern end of tram routes 42, 75, 86 and 109.
Welcome to the second edition of Travel Journey
Welcome to the second edition of Travel Journey – in this edition find out the latest news, campus initiatives and events that have been occurring on each of the 4 campuses in 2010.
We would also like to announce the completion of the Melbourne Burwood Campus TravelSmart Project which officially ended on 30 June 2010. Just to recap that TravelSmart was a joint initiative between the Department of Transport and Deakin University to reduce the number of staff and students taking a single occupant motor vehicle to the Melbourne Burwood Campus. Despite official funding at a close we also have some great news to share. Due to high demand from staff and students, key successful components have merged into the Office for Sustainability's Sustainable Transport program and will be extended across all four campuses over the forthcoming years.
This is a great outcome for us all here who have been on the TravelSmart committee and ensures not only the continuation of TravelSmart’s great programs but also its integration across all 4 campuses. So keep an eye out in the coming months for future developments – make sure to keep the TravelSmart website as a bookmark and become a friend of TravelSmart on facebook.
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Receive Student and Staff discounts at your local bicycle store!
Students and staff who present their Deakin Card at the following bicycle stores will receive the following discounts (see also flyer’s attached):
- Waterfront and Waurn Ponds: become a member of Degrandi’s VIP club (308KB)and receive various discounts throughout the store
- Warrnambool: receive a 10% discount on parts and accessories at the Bicycle Superstore (303KB). Join the e-riders club and receive specials throughout the year
- The Melbourne Burwood Campus: receive a 5% discount off bikes and 10% discount off parts and accessories at Cycle Works (122KB)
tram TRACKER: Find out when the next 75 and 70 tram is leaving Deakin!
Now you can find out when your tram is coming using Deakin University's TravelSmart website.
tramTRACKER uses the latest real-time technology to track the whereabouts of the 70 and 75 tram and lets you know when they are expected to arrive at your stop.
tramTRACKER is easy to use, click here to find out when the next 70 or 75 tram is coming.
Interest Free Loans available for Bikes and Metcards
Do you want to travel by bike or take public transport to Deakin but finding the cost of purchasing a Bicycle or Metcard a barrier? Did you know that the Division of Student Life provides interest free loans to students who are either in financial need or are progressing satisfactorily with their studies for transportation expenses?
Visit the Division of Student Life for more information and read the conditions for an application under 'Loans Scheme'.
Welcome to the 1st edition of Travel Journey
Welcome to the first edition of Travel Journey - this biannual newsletter contains all the latest developments relating to sustainable transport on the Melbourne Burwood Campus. Also find in this edition tips to cut down on fuel emissions and advice on finding the right bike for your needs. We also debunk some of the most common urban myths about public transport.
