South Australia Pushes for Free Public Transport

0:00Groups in South Australia are pushing hard for free public transport as fuel prices skyrocket. The state treasurer, Tom Coots and Tonus, called it a nice idea, but not realistic right now, since transit is already heavily subsidized. Victoria rode out free ride statewide this April, and Tasmania waved fairs until July, but New South Wales said no way. In South Australia, transport validations are up 3% from last year, showing more folks hopping on trains to the Adelaide Central business, district, liberals, greens, business groups, and unions all one fairs scrapped or slashed to ease the pain. Businesses report fewer city visitors, more workers staying home, and even some event cancellations tied to high fuel costs, hurting hospitality. Prime Minister Anthony Albanese just announced the federal government will cut the fuel excise in half for three months, dropping petrol and diesel, prices by about 26 cents per liter. South Australia's premier speaks this afternoon after National Cabinet,

1:03so we'll see if more relief is coming, or if free rides stay off the table for. Now, stay informed with Adelaide News today, AI-powered updates. I'm Corey with the story.