Brisbane 50c public transport fares turn retiree into city explorer
Queensland's flat 50-cent public transport fares have sparked heartwarming stories across Brisbane, including retirees ditching Bunnings trips to explore the city's train, bus and ferry network for just a dollar return. The scheme has drawn widespread community praise.
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What Reddit is saying: Brisbane residents celebrated how affordable fares bring communities together, recommending cheap day trips across the bay and ferry network.
Top comments on r/brisbane
He should start doing reviews.
Public transport does way more for community and travel than car infrastructure
Let him know he can also get a ferry to Coochiemudlo island for 50 cents, but he needs to get to Victoria Point first. He could get the train to Cleveland again, spend $10 on the water taxi to Straddie, then the bus to Point Lookout is only 50c. Might see some whales this time of year.
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