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operator in

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, Australia.

History

Russell Mee commenced a body builder business in 1941. Initially trading as Mee's Bodyworks banner and later Melba Busworks, it built bodies for many operators as well as the

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. A route from

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was purchased route from L Drumgold in 1965, however ceased in 1967. In June 1972 Mee's commenced operating some routes around Warrandyte. These were sold in 1973 to Hurstbridge Bus & Taxi Service 1973. It now operates an extensive school run and charter business, as well as a coach service from

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under a contract with

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Mee's Bus Lines

Fleet

As at January 2023, the fleet consists of 117 buses and coaches. The fleet livery is cream, brown and orange.

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{{MelbournePublicTransport Bus companies of Victoria (Australia) Bus manufacturers of Australia Bus transport in Melbourne Vehicle manufacturing companies established in 1941 Vehicle manufacturing companies established in 1987 1941 establishments in Australia Companies based in Melbourne