Case Study: Hawke’s Bay Regional Council creates a more accessible, equitable bus network with Remix by Via Transportation

Hawke’s Bay Regional Council expands bus access to 75% of residents within 400m with Via Transportation

Hawke’s Bay Regional Council, which manages public transportation for a diverse New Zealand region, faced the challenge of overhauling its transit network. The council sought to bring planning in-house to gain full control and create a more accessible system, moving away from relying on external consultants. They partnered with Via Transportation and used its Remix software to achieve this goal.

Using Via's Remix platform, the council dynamically redesigned its bus network, enabling detailed stop-by-stop planning and live cost analysis. The solution facilitated extensive public collaboration through visual maps, allowing residents to provide direct feedback on proposals. This process resulted in a more equitable and accessible network, increasing the number of residents within a 400-meter walk of a scheduled service by 21% and building greater trust with both the public and decision-makers.

Hawke’s Bay Regional Council