I'm gonna have the view from the bus tomorrow and I don't like the idea one little bit.

Where is Closetbiker with all his stats when we need him? I'm almost certain that bicycle commuting is statistically safer than riding on a bus - guess I'll find out tomorrow. Interestingly, I recently had a conversation with a Frenchman who has apparently ridden all over Europe and claims the Gold Coast is the most dangerous place he's ever cycled.

As far as passing buses goes, no hard and fast rules here. I judge each situation on it's requirements. Mind you, legislation in this country allows bicycles to overtake on literally whichever side they please.