Labor promises $30 weekly cap for Victorian public transport amid push for free travel
Summary
Victoria’s Labor government has promised to cap public transport fares at $30 per week starting January 1, if re-elected. This measure aims to help commuters save money but will cost $206 million and last until December 2028.Key Facts
- The $30 weekly fare cap will start on January 1, after current half-price fares end.
- The capped fares are expected to save a regular commuter about $1,400 per year.
- The program will cost the Victorian government $206 million over two years.
- The government said the fare cap is temporary and not sustainable long-term.
- Funding will come from reduced spending in other parts of the budget.
- The Greens party wants public transport to be completely free and improved.
- Labor also promises to cap road tolls at $30 per week for one year.
- The opposition Coalition had promised a $50 weekly toll cap and criticized Labor’s toll record.
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