Hailo

02/04/2026

Meet Jane, one of our Ventura team members, who recently downloaded the Hailo app - and it’s changed the way she travels.

With real-time connection to her bus driver, Jane now feels more confident and in control of her journey. No second guessing, no stress - just a smoother, more independent travel experience across the public transport network.

At Ventura, we’re proud to support innovations that make travel more accessible for everyone.

Download the Hailo app today and travel with confidence.

31/03/2026

We’re expanding accessibility.

Hailo now supports… birds.

If you see a pigeon at a bus stop today, please don’t judge… they’re learning.

💛 Happy April Fools 💛

[Image 1: A non realistic pigeon standing at a Melbourne bus stop with a bus approaching in the background.]

31/03/2026

Free travel across Victoria this April is the perfect chance to try Hailo for yourself.

If you’ve ever missed a bus because the driver didn’t see you, or worried about overshooting your stop, Hailo has you covered.

With Hailo you can:
- Hail the driver so they know you’re waiting
- Get clear notifications when your stop is coming up
- Explore new routes with confidence
- Travel independently even in busy or unfamiliar areas

Fares are free all month, so it’s the ideal time to test Hailo on a new trip or routine.
Download the app, jump on a bus, and see how much easier your journey can be with Hailo guiding you.

💛 Move freely. Move confidently. Move with Hailo.

Public transport is free across Victoria - starting today and running throughout April - no ticket or myki needed, just hop on and go.

This includes Melbourne trains, trams and buses; and regional trains, coaches and buses.

If you’re travelling regionally, there is a few things to keep in mind:
- Travel must be within Victoria (with a few cross-border exceptions like Albury, Mount Gambier and Deniliquin)
- No seat reservations on V/Line trains
- Some coach services still require a reservation

Jump onboard!

31/03/2026

🚍 Free fares + Hailo = easy rides

Public transport is free this month in Melbourne and if you’re on a Ventura bus, Hailo’s got your back.

No tapping on. No guessing if the driver saw you.
Just hail your bus in the app and roll.



[Image 1: Ventura electric bus at a stop with its ramp down and ‘Hailo’ on the display]

30/03/2026

Waiting for the bus shouldn’t feel like guesswork.
With Hailo, your driver knows you’re there every time.

Whether you’re travelling with a cane, a guide dog, a pram, use a wheelchair, or are just juggling life, Hailo gives you confidence at the stop and clarity for the driver.



[Image 1: A person stands at a suburban bus stop, reading the timetable]

29/03/2026

💬 We love hearing from the public, especially when your stories remind us why Hailo exists.

Recently, someone shared an experience that so many people relate to:

“Having to hail buses is probably one of the most stressful parts of catching a bus. Instead of relaxing or reading at the stop, you’re constantly scanning the horizon. You wait until the bus is close enough to check the number, then you have to hail it. Relax at the wrong moment… and it just flies past.”

This is exactly one of the problems Hailo was built to solve.

Built for accessibility.

Used by everyone.

Whether you’re blind, new to the area, juggling a pram, carrying groceries, tired after work, or simply want to zone out with a podcast, no one should have to worry about missing their bus because they didn’t see it coming.

With Hailo, you can:

• 📱 Select your stop
• 🚌 Notify the driver ahead of time
• 😌 Relax knowing you won’t be passed by

28/03/2026

Accessibility deserves a bigger stage.

This April, it gets one. Catch Santiago at TEDxBrisbane as he shares the story behind Hailo and the future of inclusive transport.

TEDx

[Image 1: Santiago Velasquez stands outdoors holding the leash of his black guide dog. Behind him is a large billboard showing Santiago seated with the same dog, promoting his upcoming TEDxBrisbane talk with the event date and the tagline “Ideas change everything.”]

27/03/2026

Ever wondered why our logo looks the way it does?
It’s actually H in Braille.

26/03/2026

Hailo is on Talking Vision!

Our co‑founder Santiago sat down with Sam Colley from Vision Australia to chat about how Hailo is making public transport more accessible for people who are blind or have low vision.

The episode is now live, tune in to hear the story behind the app, what’s next, and why accessibility is everyone’s journey.

Listen here: https://omny.fm/shows/talking-vision-vision-australia-radio/talking-vision-824-week-beginning-23rd-of-march-2026?in_playlist=podcast



[Image 1: A screenshot of Vision Australia Radio’s “Talking Vision” podcast showing the episode tile and player for “Talking Vision 824 – Week Beginning 23rd of March 2026.”]

25/03/2026

Today our co‑founder Santiago wanted to say a huge thank you, to every commuter who’s downloaded Hailo, and especially to the Ventura Bus drivers who’ve stepped up to make public transport more accessible.

Your support is what turns an idea into real impact. We’re so grateful to be building this future together.

24/03/2026

🌟 Review Spotlight: “Game changer!” 🌟

This review says it all.

Whether you’re a daily commuter, a tourist exploring Melbourne, or someone riding an unfamiliar route, Hailo takes the guesswork out of public transport.

Clear stop alerts. Less stress. More confidence for every traveller.



[Image 1: A screenshot of an app store ratings section showing a 5.0 out of 5 rating based on 16 ratings. Under “Most Helpful Reviews,” a review titled “Game changer!” from user It’s Jess V gives five stars and says, “I cannot recommend this app enough. As someone who used to spend entire bus trips glued to the map, watching that little blue dot and stressing about whether I’d miss my stop, this app has completely transformed my commute.”]