Free Rides for Kids: Vic Budget Eases Family Costs in 2026
Phil speaks with Shane Oliver, Chief Economist at AMP, about the Victorian government’s plan to make public transport free for all children under 18 as part of its 2025/26 budget.
Starting 1 January 2026, the initiative could save families up to $755 per child each year. It’s a major investment aimed at easing cost-of-living pressures and supporting households doing it tough.
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