50 cent fares for public transport in Queensland, in six month trial | ABC News
Bus, train, ferry and light rail fares will be dramatically reduced as the Queensland government hopes to "give people a reason to get back to public transport".
Commuters are being encouraged to ditch their cars in favour of a 50 cent flat-rate ride — no matter how far they're travelling — in a pre-election trial, kicking off on August 5 and running for six months.
Speaking from Mango Hill train station on Sunday, Premier Steven Miles told media the move is all about easing congestion on roads, making it easier to get around Queensland, and easing the cost of living.
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