Victoria to Offer Free Public Transport on Weekends for Two Months

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Victorians can look forward to free public transport every weekend this summer as the state celebrates the opening of the $15.5 billion Melbourne Metro Tunnel.

From early December until February 1, all trains, trams, and buses across Victoria will be free on Saturdays and Sundays. Commuters won’t need to tap on or off their myki cards, and anyone who does by mistake won’t be charged.

Premier Jacinta Allan called it the “biggest free transport event in Victoria’s history,” thanking residents for their patience during the long construction period.

The free travel period, dubbed “Summer Start,” coincides with major events like the Boxing Day Test and Australian Open, making it easier for locals and tourists to explore the state.

The Metro Tunnel, featuring five new underground stations, is set to officially open in early December after eight years of development.

Allan said the project will cut congestion and slash travel times, marking a major step forward for Melbourne’s growing transport network.

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