Public transportation fares for trains, buses, and ferries are set to significantly decrease, with a temporary reduction to just fifty cents. This fare reduction will last for six months and is part of a series of cost-of-living measures introduced by the Premier, who also aims to reduce traffic congestion. However, the opposition criticizes the timing of this initiative, suggesting it is a strategic move to gain favor with voters ahead of the upcoming state election. James Kelly provides further insights into the implications of this fare reduction and the political debate surrounding it.