Victorians get free public transport for a month in bid to ease surge in fuel demand

Allan government says measure is temporary as energy shock from Middle East conflict sees petrol prices soar

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Public transport will be free in Victoria for a month, in an effort to encourage people to switch from driving and alleviate the surge in demand for fuel.

The Allan government announced on Sunday that it would make all metro and regional V/Line trams, trains and buses free from 31 March until the end of April.