Action for Public Transport (N.S.W.) Inc.

SPECIAL COMMISSION OF INQUIRY INTO SYDNEY FERRIES

Mr Bret Walker SC has been appointed Commissioner to, on or before 31 August 2007, inquire into and report on:

the present state of Sydney Ferries' provision of ferry services and any action which should be taken to improve the ability of Sydney Ferries to provide safe, efficient and customer-focussed ferry services. Such action may include, but is not limited to:

1. changes to management structures and practices;
2. changes to operations;
3. changes to industrial practices;
4. measures to achieve cultural change, and;
5. changes in regulatory and governance arrangements.

Any person wishing to make any comments, provide information, or make submissions on any matter relevant to the subject matter of the Inquiry is invited to do so, preferably in writing, to the address below by 21 May 2007.

The Secretary
Special Commission of Inquiry into Sydney Ferries
PO Box K 1026, HAYMARKET NSW 1240
Fax 9377-5411

Any enquiries should be directed to the Secretary of the Commission, Ms Margaret Lennan, on Freecall 1800-214-384.