What do you think? Queensland's 50-cent public transport fares made permanent
Public transport should be treated as an essential public service rather than a revenue-generating enterprise.
SA should follow QLD too, as this aligns with the SA Government's goal of:
Reducing congestion by encouraging public transport use over cars, helping to ease traffic.
Lowering emissions as public transport is a more environmentally friendly alternative to individual car travel.
Promoting economic activity by providing affordable and accessible transport, enabling people to reach jobs, education, and essential services more easily.
------------_------------- The Queensland Government has announced that 50c fares on public transport will be permanent from today.
Over six months, fare savings have totalled $180 million. For a commuter travelling from Caboolture to Brisbane City, a standard adult bus fare would have previously cost $18 per day or $2395 over six months