They toured macadamia nuts processor Macnuts before having a meal at the Nambucca Hotel in Macksville.

This outing was during business hours, but the Community Transport Company would like people to know it has recently extended its hours of operation to help those who cannot get out of the house in the evening or on weekends because it is too expensive.

“We’ve known for a long time there is a need in the community for extended hours of our service, which is affordable, reliable and trustworthy,” CEO Bethany Simmonds said.

“Our clients are people who have trouble using public transport because they may be living with a disability, are elderly, isolated or financially disadvantaged. Having reliable access to everyday services when they need and is what we are hoping to achieve by extending our services beyond normal business hours,” she said.

Existing clients can call the Southern Office on 1300 812 504, when needing an appointment out of normal business hours, to check the availability of transport for their needs.

“Everyone’s circumstances and needs are different, so we are changing the mindset of normal transport options for the community, focusing on the needs of our customers,” she said.

“We ask that our clients support the new service options but also be patient as we roll out the logistics of the program.”