Labor promises $30 weekly cap for Victorian public transport amid push for free travel

The Labor government in Victoria has promised to cap public transport fares at $30 per week if re-elected. This means that commuters will not have to pay more than $30 each week for their public transport passes. The cap is set to take effect on 1 January, following the end of half-price fares. This move aims to provide cost-of-living relief to Victorians, particularly those who rely heavily on public transport.

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The proposed weekly cap on public transport fares in Victoria could increase disposable income for commuters, boosting their spending power. This, in turn, could have a positive effect on the local economy, as people are more likely to spend their money on

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