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Come along to these great family outings in and around Perth where a number of our most popular heritage buses are on display.  You will have the opportunity to see and learn about our bus restoration projects and Western Australia's bus transport history.  

York Motor Show 2023

When: 10th September 2023
​Where:  Lowe Street,  York

​If you are heading to the wheatbelt town of York this weekend, check out our restored heritage buses at the York Motor Show.  This year we will be showcasing a 1962 Leyland Royal Tiger Worldmaster, a1967 Leyland Lion, a 1974 Hino RC520P as well as our recently refurbished BPSWA Events bus.  

Recent Events

City of Belmont Seniors' Day

Our heritage buses were out and about supporting the City of Belmont in a re-enactment of the old Beam Bus Company service  travelling from Perth to the Belmont and Redcliff area. We also enjoyed a lovely morning tea at the RSL Club in Belmont and lunch at the end of the ride at Forster Park.

Railfest 2022

When:  Sunday 2nd October 10am to 4pm
Where: Railway Museum, 136 Railway Parade, Bassendean.

This popular event was hosted by Rail Heritage WA at the Railway Museum in Bassendean. 
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It was a chance to wish Happy 75th Birthday to steam locomotive "Greenmount" and welcome the latest diesel loco GM1.  There were model trains, a railways swap meet and children's activities.

Buses from our collection that had an intrinsic link to WA railway services of the past were on display. 

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Friends of Ashley Day at Whiteman Park

The Bus Preservation Society was out in full force in September supporting the Bennet Brook Railway's Friends of Ashley Day, a regular family event at Whiteman Park.  

It was a beautiful spring day and our volunteers were on hand to provide bus services between stops around Whiteman Park, a successful market stall and a display of our heritage buses.  A great day was enjoyed by all.

Classic Car Show

When: Sunday 1st May 2022
​Where:  Ascot Raceway, Ascot

Curtin Radio Car Spectacular 2022

It was a bright autumn Sunday and the people of Perth were out enjoying the annual Curtin Radio Car Spectacular at Trinity Playing Field in Manning on the 3rd of April.

Mixing it with the best of Perth's car displays were BPSWA's classics; 1950 AEC Regal III (MTT 378), 1967 Leyland Lion (WAGR Dp90), and 1965 Leyland Royal Tiger Worldmaster (MTT 591).

Volunteer Recruitment Day

When:  May 2021

Where:  Whiteman Park, Village Centre

During National Volunteer Week at Whiteman Park, BPSWA members were in attendance to answer any questions about volunteering with the Bus preservation Society of WA.  We have many opportunities where you can enjoy working and contributing in your community - perhaps you would like to become a member  We offer the opportunity to:

• Meet and mix with people from a wide range of backgrounds.
• Participate in social outings using Historic Buses.
• Work in a congenial friendly environment.
• Be part of the team working at the Depot sharing skills and experiences to maintain and restore the collection of historic buses and bus memorabilia.
• Be valued and respected for your work.
• Be part of, and contribute to the future of Bus Heritage in Western Australia.

To see more, click here to see the many types of skills and knowledge we are looking for:

The British Car Day - Gingin

When:   May 2021 

Where:  The Town of Gingin, WA

​The weather stayed relatively fine for the Gingin British Car Day, a family friendly event with displays of every kind of veteran, vintage and current British cars.  BPSWA volunteers were attending with a selection of our British buses - AEC Regal Mark III (MTT 378), AEC Regal Mark VI (MTT 654) and Leyland Tiger OPS4-1 (MTT Tow Wagon 4).  
Photos:  B McPherson

2021 Heritage Festival - Historic Bus Trip

When:  April-May 2021
Where:  Whiteman Park Visitor Information Centre 
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​​The public had the opportunity to experience an enjoyable ride, with commentary, in a heritage bus within the grounds of Whiteman Park, learning why aboriginal groups lived in the park and seeing the natural vegetation that attracts many native animals to the area.

2021 Heritage Festival - BPSWA Depot Tours

When: April-May 2021
Where: Whiteman Park Visitor Information Centre
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​The public enjoyed a rare opportunity to see the Bus Preservation Society of WA's impressive fleet of restored buses and tour the workshop where they make it happen. There was plenty of time to  inspect the impressive collection of heritage buses, including some currently under repair or restoration.   

Shannon's Classic Car Show 

When:   April 2021
Where:  Ascot Racecourse

Curtin Radio Classic Car Spectacular

When: April 2021
​Where:  Trinity Playing Fields, Cnr Manning and Elderfield Roads, Waterford.

Friends Of Maylands Brickworks

When:  December 2020, 
Where:   Swan Bank Road, Maylands

There was a good turnout and plenty of interest at the Maylands Brickworks Open Day on Sunday, 13th December.  The Hoffman Kiln built in 1927 is the only one in WA and considered rare as there are only four left in Australia.  BPSWA was in attendance to support the event with our heritage buses - a 1949 Leyland Tiger OPS4 (Metro 81), and a 1965 AEC Regal Mark Vi (MTT 654).  
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Railfest 2020

When:  October  2020
​Where:  The Railway Museum, 136 Railway Parade, Bassendean  WA

BPSWA participated in this popular annual event hosted by Rail Heritage WA at Railway Museum in Bassendean. The weather was fine and families enjoyed the many displays featuring the history of rail in Western Australia. Our star attraction this year was our 1974 Leyland Panther PSUR1A-1R, former Transperth #988.

2020 Canning Show 

When:  November 2020 
Where:   Cannington Exhibition Centre & Showgrounds; Cnr Albany Highway & Station St Cannington

BPSWA displayed 4 of our restored heritage buses at this annual family-friendly event in Cannington, at one stage sharing the limelight with a small flock of sheep. 
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York Motor Show 2020

When:  September 2020
​Where:  Lowe Street,  York

In 2020 our display at the York Motor Show was impressive with four of our heritage buses and our bright yellow tow truck all making their way to York for the annual event.  This year, to ensure a more relaxed outing,  our volunteers took the buses up to York on Saturday and stayed overnight.  On Sunday the buses provided services around York as well as presenting at displays.  Our thanks to all our volunteers who attended and supported this successful event.  

Metro 81, our 1949 Leyland Tiger, was very popular with the crowd who took the opportunity to see the sights of York in the restored half-cab bus.  BPSWA members were thrilled when Metro 81 won the gong for Best Bus at the Show.   BPSWA Events Co-ordinator, Jake Dimovitis, proudly accepted the award from Shire of York President, Cr Denese Smythe and Veteran Car Club’s (York) Gary Byfield.  Afterwards, Andrew (driving) and Neil posed Metro 81 with her well-deserved trophy.  Photos: Pauline Orr and Jake Dimovitis.​

"Speed the Movie, the Play"

The Perth Fringe Festival requested the use of one of our heritage buses for their very successful comedy production  "Speed, the Movie, the Play"  Back by popular demand, this fun production was a hit once more with the people of Perth. 
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Our 1977 Mercedes Benz O305 (former MTT 171 City Clipper) stepped up to play the part of the hostage bus.  The interior of the bus was set up with lighting and special effects and the captive audience enthusiastically embraced their role as "hostages".  There was action, drama, fun props and good laughs for all. 

​171 played the part to perfection and following its short stint in the spotlight, returned to its everyday but valued role in service at Whiteman Park.

The Big Boys Toys Event

Two of our heritage buses stepped into the spotlight at the Big Boys Toys event held at Daimler Trucks Perth.  Representing us in style among the displays of trucks, bikes and other "toys" was our 1977 Mercedes Benz O305 (MTT 171) and 1952 AEC Regal Mark IV (Kalamunda 17).

​Photos by Colin Davison
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