QConnect
qconnect is a network of integrated public passenger transport services that cover subsidised and/or regulated bus, coach and aviation networks in Regional Queensland, Australia. It was introduced by the Queensland Government in December 2007, and is an agency operated by the Department of Transport and Main Roads (TMR). "qconnect" provides public transport services and greater connectivity and accessibility of services throughout regional, rural and remote Queensland by working with contracted transport operators. "qconnect" is the regional counterpart for the TransLink (Queensland) network operating across South East Queensland. Bus Stops. "qconnect" has different types of bus stop designs, depending on  the projected patronage and usage of the bus stop. Hail'n'Ride Bus Stops. Hail'n'Ride bus stops are usually located in areas with low population or low projected passenger patronage. These stops generally feature no bus stop signage or infrastructure, and generally aren't wheelchair accessible. As with most "qconnect" routes, it is possible to hail a bus to stop anywhere along the bus route where it is safe to do so, so these stops are used as timing points for timetables. Minimum Boarding Point Bus Stops. Minimum boarding point bus stops are usually located in low population suburban areas, along outbound  routes, or in space constrained locations. These stops generally feature bus stop signage, along with tactile ground surface indicators, and are wheelchair accessible. They do not feature bus shelters, seating or any other infrastructure. Regular and Intermediate Bus Stops. Regular and intermediate bus stops are usually located in suburban or city areas with low-moderate passenger demand and moderate service frequency. These stops generally feature bus stop signage, tactile ground surface indicators, wheelchair accessibility and bus shelters and seating. Premium Bus Stops. Premium bus stops are usually located near major attractions, such as public services, shopping centres and bus interchanges . These stops generally feature improved bus stop signage, tactile ground surface indicators, wheelchair accessibility and multiple seated shelters. They can also feature infrastructure such as rubbish bins, vending machines and CCTV. Zones, Fares and Ticketing. qconnect fares are calculated depending on how many zones are travelled. Zone boundaries can be found on route and network maps along with a fare zone calculator. Fare zones and fare costs differ between regions. The following ticket types are available for bus patrons to purchase: Concession fares. "qconnect" provides standard concession fares for the following: Ticketing. Currently, all "qconnect" services are cash only and  do not accept go card payments. Queensland Department of Transport and Main Roads is currently in the testing phase of its Smart Ticketing Project. Once smart ticketing is rolled out, which is scheduled for the mid-late 2022, all "qconnect" services will be able to accept go card and credit cards, as well as being able to provide real-time bus tracking on the "MyTranslink" App and on third-party partners like Google Maps. Smart Ticketing, is currently being trialed in Bowen, Hervey Bay, Innisfail, Maryborough and North Stradbroke Island. However, cashless payment is not being accepted during the trial  in these areas. Regions Operated. "qconnect" contracts the operation of urban bus services in the following regions: