Public transport fares waived in two Australian states to reduce fuel costs

Public transport will be free for a month in Victoria and from March 30 to July 1 in Tasmania due to rising petrol prices linked to the ongoing war in Iran. Petrol prices in Australia have surged from an average of $1.70 to $2.50 per litre, prompting state leaders to encourage public transport use. In Tasmania, a 20% increase in public transport ridership was noted recently. Shortages and panic buying have also led to some fuel stations running dry across the country.

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