A number of New England towns will soon have better access to government services and transactions, such as driver licence and vehicle registration renewals, Seniors Card applications, and driver testing, with a dedicated Service NSW Mobile Service Centre.
The “Kangaroo Bus” is expected to hit the road in mid-June 2024 and will visit more than 40 locations as part of a regular 10-week loop, visiting 10 more communities than previous Mobile Service Centre routes.
Communities that will get a visit from the Kangaroo Mobile Service Centre are typically 30 minutes or more away from the nearest Service NSW Centre, with the new Mobile Service Centre helping people save time and money.
“We are committed to ensuring all customers, from every corner of the State, can access the same high-quality service no matter where they live.” said Minister for Customer Service and Digital Government Jihad Dib.
“This dedicated Mobile Service Centre will make it easier for communities to access critical services, like driver licence renewals or getting a birth certificate, saving them time and money if they don’t live near a Service NSW Centre.”
The full suite of 1,300 NSW Government transactions and services will be available on the spot, whether it is vehicle and driving transactions, applying for a Working with Children Check, or accessing support for cost-of living initiatives.
Revenue NSW Aboriginal Outreach officers and the NSW Registry of Births, Deaths and Marriages community engagement team will also be available at certain locations to provide further assistance to customers.
A Business Concierge from the Service NSW Business Bureau will also be available to provide personalised guidance on how to start and grow a business, as well as navigate relevant business regulations and licence applications. Customers can also get connected with an independent Aboriginal business advisor for free one-on-one coaching and advice on topics including business planning, selling to government, marketing and cash flow.
More information on the new Mobile Service Centre route including schedule and community locations is available on the Service NSW website at www.service.nsw.gov.au/campaign/mobile-service-centres.
Appointments can be made for driver testing, Business Concierge and cost of living support by calling 13 77 88.
New England Schedule
Murrurundi Mobile Service Centre
113 Mayne St, Murrurundi NSW 2338
Tuesday 25 June
Open 9am to 3pm
Nundle Mobile Service Centre
Memorial Hall
101 Jenkin Street, Nundle NSW 2340
Wednesday 7 August
Open 10am to 2pm
Werris Creek Mobile Service Centre
Junction Park
55 Single Street, Werris Creek NSW 2341
Thursday 8 August
Open 9am to 12pm
Walhallow Mobile Service Centre
Walhallow LALC
1 Park Lane, Walhallow NSW 2343
Thursday 8 August
Open 1pm to 4pm
Bendemeer Mobile Service Centre
Bendemeer Hotel
112-130 Caroline Street, Bendemeer NSW 2355
Monday 17 June
Open 12pm to 4pm
Manilla Mobile Service Centre
DRIVER TESTING BY APPOINTMENT
Pioneer Park (Opposite Council Chambers)
210 Manilla Street, Manilla NSW 2346
Tuesday 18 June
Open 9am to 3pm
Boggabri Mobile Service Centre
Vickery Park
107 Merton Street, Boggabri NSW 2382
Wednesday 19 June
Open 10am to 3pm
Uralla Mobile Service Centre
Apex Memorial Park
55 Bridge Street, Uralla NSW 2358
Thursday 20 June
Open 9am to 12pm
Guyra Mobile Service Centre (Public car park)
119 Bradley Street, Guyra NSW 2365
Thursday 20 June
Open 1:30pm to 4pm
Tingha Mobile Service Centre
Tingha Town Hall
16/20 Ruby Street, Tingha NSW 2369
Thursday 18 July
Open 1:30am to 3pm
Deepwater Mobile Service Centre
Apex Park
30 Young Street, Deepwater NSW 2371
Thursday 1 August
Open 10am to 3pm
Ashford Mobile Service Centre
School tennis courts
39 Albury Street, Ashford NSW 2361
Thursday 18 July
Open 9am to 12pm
Yetman Mobile Service Centre
DRIVER TESTING BY APPOINTMENT
Yetman Store car park
1 River Street, Yetman NSW 2410
Wednesday 31 July
Open 10am to 3pm
Gravesend Mobile Service Centre
Gravesend Community Hall
Gwydir Highway, Gravesend NSW 2401
Tuesday 30 July
Open 10am to 3pm
Pallamallawa Mobile Service Centre (Near Pally Pub)
59 Bingera Street, Pallamallawa NSW 2399
Wednesday 17 July
Open 10am to 3pm
Mungindi Mobile Service Centre
DRIVER TESTING BY APPOINTMENT
Community park
St George Street, Mungindi NSW 2406
Wednesday 5 June
Open 10am to 3pm
Toomelah Mobile Service Centre
Toomelah Community Centre, Boggabilla NSW 2409
Tuesday 6 August
Open 9am to 11am
Boggabilla Mobile Service Centre
DRIVER TESTING BY APPOINTMENT
Community Health Service
74 Merriwa Street, Boggabilla NSW 2409
Tuesday 6 August
Open 12pm to 3pm
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