The 2026-27 Budget is delivering important cost-of-living relief for Tasmanians, with Premier Jeremy Rockliff today announcing an extension to free public transport.
This important cost-of-living measure will see Tasmanians continue to travel on buses and ferries for free until June 30, 2027.
Premier Jeremy Rockliff said this Budget delivers a strong economy and caring community.
"Since we delivered free public transport, Tasmanians have voted with their feet, with a more than 35 per cent up tick in patronage on Metro services and 45 per cent on Kinetic," Premier Rockliff said.
"Extending free public transport will help Tasmanians get to where they need to go without the cost.
"A passenger travelling from Launceston to Hobart on a Kinetic service - at full price $33.60 adult fare - won't be paying a cent.
"These savings are not small; they are transformative.
"They will help families manage rising costs, support our older Tasmanians, back in students and workers who rely on regular travel, and strengthen connections between our regional towns and major centres.
"Public transport is also great way to reduce traffic and save Tasmanians money.
"As we extend this important initiative, we hope more Tasmanians hop on the bus or the ferry for the first time."
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