A boycott of some bus stops by Dunedin Tramways Union drivers because of safety concerns led to changes, at least in the interim.
Union president Alan Savell said he was delighted with moves that had been made.
A stop at the Normanby terminus had been shifted to a better location, affording drivers a clearer view, he said.
Another stop there was no longer over a fire hydrant.
A stop in King Edward St, South Dunedin, now had good entry and exit tapers, Mr Savell said.
A stop in Quarry Rd, near Mosgiel, had taper lines added.
The measures reflected well on the Otago Regional Council and Dunedin City Council, Mr Savell said.
"It’s demonstrated they can listen and respond in such a positive and practical way to the needs of their constituents," he said.
"Safe bus stops are integral to a viable public transport network."
A boycott of four stops was brought in last month to highlight the city council carrying out roadworks and then returning sub-optimal bus stops to the way they were, instead of improving them.
There were many other stops of some concern, Mr Savell said.
However, drastic action might no longer be needed, as the councils had acted.
"They have shown it can be done."
He expected the councils and bus companies, Go Bus Transport and Ritchies Transport, could work such considerations into their processes.
"We’re more than willing to help, if needed," Mr Savell said.
Dunedin City Council transport group manager Jeanine Benson said last week some of the union’s concerns related to bus stops that had been in use for many years.
"We have introduced temporary measures at some stops ... until decisions can be made on the need for any permanent changes," Ms Benson said.
"This needs to follow a regulatory process, which includes consultation and council decision-making."
A bus stop in Corrie St had been removed.
