The Victorian government has announced an extension of its free public transport initiative through May 2026, followed by half-price fares from June until the end of the year.This policy aims to reduce fuel demand and ease economic pressures amid the ongoing conflict in the Middle East.Public transport across both metropolitan and regional networks in Victoria will remain free for an additional month.Starting June 1, fares will be reduced by 50% until December 31, 2026.Transport Infrastructure Minister Gabrielle Williams confirmed that the initiative has already led to a roughly 10% increase in public transport patronage since the fare waiver began in... [Continue Reading]