Why are adults on school buses? Horror Junee–Wagga assault raises safety questions (opens original article in a new tab)

A violent incident on a Junee school bus sparked concerns about adult passengers' presence and safety measures for children.

• A violent altercation on a Junee to Wagga Wagga bus involved two men confronting each other in front of schoolchildren
• Current NSW rules allow random adults on rural bus services used by students without requiring a Working With Children Check
• NSW Police arrested a 52-year-old man charged with assault and other offenses following the incident
• Parents and officials raised concerns about the safety of children on buses with adult passengers
• Transport for NSW stated safety is a priority but did not directly address changing regulations for adult passengers