public transport

Myki update

From now, weekly and monthly train ticket options will only be available through myki, as the Ticketing Transport Authority (TTA) continues to phase out the Metcard.
 
Panorama spoke to TTA CEO Bernie Carolan about the phase-out, value for money, and the $1.3 billion myki project.
 

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Public Transport - where the parties stand.

Catching a train, tram or bus may be the most boring part of your day – and for many it’s also the most frustrating.  Public transport being late, crowded or just not showing up is something Melbournians have had to deal with for years. Late last year the provider of trams and trains changed and it was meant to help fix the problems – but so far Metro hasn’t met most of its own performance targets. 
Emma Buckley Lennox reports on what the parties are proposing to do about it.

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Schools On Air / April 13, 2010 / Billy, Deano, Nick & Kieren

Join Billy, Deano, Nick & Kieren as they tackle:
 

  • A review of the current AFL round 
  • Melbourne's public transport issues
  • Next round AFL, plus Premiership & Brownlow tips
  • Violence around Melbourne
  • Ticket inspectors & police vs. young people
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Week 5: Cars vs Public Transport (and Bikes and walking...)

On week 5 on either vs EITHER we wonder what mode of travel is the bestest ever?! LOLZ.
CARS?
Bikes?
TRAMS?
Trains?
Busses?
Teleportation (the ultimate winner...)
 
Emma and Ollie get passionate about their means of getting from A to B!
 

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