Bikinis banned on Sydney bus over ‘cleanliness’ concerns

The Guardian - World NewsEN 3 min read 100% complete by Ima CaldwellFebruary 13, 2026 at 05:37 AM

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Sydney's Northern Beaches council has banned passengers wearing only swimwear or shirtless from its free "Hop, Skip and Jump" bus service, which operates in coastal suburbs like Manly. The ban was implemented after the council received complaints regarding cleanliness and hygiene from other passengers. The council cited legislation allowing drivers to refuse entry to passengers whose clothing could dirty the vehicle or inconvenience others, including wet or sandy swimwear. The decision has sparked mixed reactions, with some supporting the ban due to hygiene concerns and others criticizing it as excessive and outdated. Deputy Mayor Candy Bingham noted that some swimwear styles were considered inappropriate, especially for elderly passengers.

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University of Melbourne 30% Sunrise ×240% Daily Telegraph 40% Lauren Rosewarne 40% Fairlight 50% Balgowlah 50% Blue Mountains 50% Manly ×260% Candy Bingham 60% Sydney ×270% Northern Beaches Council ×390%

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Sydney

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