Ben Carroll scraps hidden 1% tax on Victoria's public transport
Victoria introduced a hidden 1% tax on public transport fares in January 2025 without public notice. The levy on every trip, meant to fund the Suburban Rail Loop, was forecast to raise about $8 billion. The auditor-general exposed it this week and Carroll scrapped it.
Why it mattersTransport users paid a hidden tax with no awareness or choice. Scrapping it raises questions about potential refunds or credits.
AustraliaMelbourne and regional Victoria public transport commuters will no longer pay this undisclosed levy; some may see fare refunds.
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