A controversial levy imposed on Victorian public transport users to fund major infrastructure projects like the Suburban Rail Loop will be abolished, the state premier has announced. The decision follows criticism over the lack of transparency in how the levy was introduced and enforced. The move comes as part of broader reviews into the state’s major infrastructure commitments. Readers seeking updates on Victoria’s transport policy shifts can follow live coverage or subscribe to breaking news alerts.
Premier confirms levy, which was intended to help pay for the multibillion-dollar Suburban Rail Loop and other Big Build projects, will be abolishedFollow our Australia news live blog for latest updatesGet our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcastA levy secretly slapped on Victorian public transport users – designed to help pay for the Suburban Loop and other Big Build projects – will be scrapped, the state premier has announced.Ben Carroll announced on Thursday that he would move to abolish the levy “because there was no transparency in its creation and implementation”. Continue reading...
