Tag: State budget
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PTUA welcomes train and bus service boosts
The Public Transport Users Association (PTUA) has welcomed public transport service upgrades in the 2026 State Budget, and said ongoing upgrades are needed to help give people more travel options. “The current fuel price crisis is a reminder that more Victorians need viable transport options”, said PTUA spokesperson Daniel Bowen. “Upgrades to bus and train…
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Train service upgrades applauded
The Public Transport Users Association (PTUA) has praised a State Government commitment to increased train services across the network. Waiting times for trains are set to be slashed on the Sandringham, Craigieburn, Upfield and Gippsland lines, with more peak services on the Werribee and Seymour lines, and more capacity on the Bendigo line – on…
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Public transport: Vic budget in a holding pattern ahead of Metro tunnel opening
The Victorian State Budget presented no earth-shattering surprises, but did include some welcome if modest investment in public transport services, the Public Transport Users Association said today. “There are some worthwhile upgrades for buses and V/Line which perhaps are not revolutionary, but will offer more travel options for people in regional Victoria and outer Melbourne”,…
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State Budget: Upgrades welcome, but no step change
The Public Transport Users Association (PTUA) has welcomed measures in the 2023 Victorian Budget funding incremental public transport improvements, particularly in outer suburban communities. “Bus upgrades for growth areas such as Melton, Maddingley, Wyndham and Casey will provide vital connections for those communities, enabling better access to education, employment and other opportunities”, said PTUA spokesperson…
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Incremental improvements welcome, still waiting for big investment in service, says PTUA
The Public Transport Users Association has welcomed the Victorian Government’s ongoing commitment to improving the state’s public transport networks, but says Victorians are still waiting for a ‘step change’ investment in service delivery to match the government’s record in building infrastructure. “We’re pleased to see improved metro and regional train services roll out with the…
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State budget brings good news for train users
The Public Transport Users Association (PTUA) has welcomed much needed investment and priority for rail projects for both for Metro and regional passengers. PTUA spokesman Daniel Bowen said it was pleasing to see public transport investment finally on par with roads. “We welcome the state’s commitment to fully find the Metro Tunnel project, but encourage…