Bayes buses big birthday

Last month, Bayes Coachlines celebrated 40 years of providing a local school bus service, as well as coach tours.

Local community, church and school groups have also been transported on many day trips and to camps, sporting and cultural events over the years.

The family business was started by David and Joan Bayes of Dairy Flat. It has grown from a fleet of five school buses in 1979 to almost 80 vehicles, including double decker and bendy buses and luxury coaches.

David and Joan’s sons, John and Richard, now look after the day-to-day running of the business.

The company celebrated the milestone with a special event at the Dairy Flat depot where more than 150 current and former staff reminisced and celebrated the achievements of a great team – including many who have worked for the company for a very long time.