These states have introduced free public transport amid fuel crisis
As fuel prices continue to rise some states have moved to make public transport free, while others say that fares are already low enough. Find out where.
These states have introduced free public transport amid fuel crisis
As fuel prices continue to rise some states have moved to make public transport free, while others say that fares are already low enough. Find out where. Grouped from 4 articles across 3 sources.
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Free public transport introduced in Australia to combat rising fuel costs
Public transport will be made free in two Australian states because of rising petrol shortages due to the Iran war.
Fuel tax halved and free public transport offered as war pushes up prices in Australia
Victoria and Tasmania are incentivising commuters not to drive in a bid to ease cost pressures.
Free public transport not responsible, like free puppies, SA treasurer says
Tom Koutsantonis says the South Australian government is not considering offering free public transport like Victoria and Tasmania have, saying "yes, it would be lovely to give everyone free public transport and free car parking and a puppy".
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