A Municipal bus service began in Palmerston North in September 1921. The first fleet consisted of four 27 seater Commer buses, which were constructed on a truck chassis. The staff consisted of a Manager, inspector and nine drivers. During that first year a total of 312, 965 passengers were carried and drivers were paid ₤4.25 per six day week.

Bunnythorpe is a small rural community, close to Palmerston North. it was established in the 'Manchester Block' in the 1870s. From left: factory; School house; store; house; Bunnythorpe School.