Major cost-of-living relief is staying, with free public transport locked in through the 2026-27 Budget.

Alongside free public buses and ferries, through the 2026-27 Budget there is significant investment in infrastructure to ensure Tasmanians can get from A to B.

Premier Jeremy Rockliff said that free public transport was changing lives.

“Since free public transport was launched in March of this year Tasmanians have been responding with their feet,” the Premier said.

“We have seen a significant uptick in patronage across the board – and the 2026-27 Budget backs this in by providing another year of free public transport.

“This important cost-of-living measure means Tasmanians can get to where they need to go without the cost.

“It’s no secret, the nation and indeed the world are facing challenges.

“These steps have allowed us to back in key priorities, like major cost-of-living relief and free public transport.”

Minister for Infrastructure and Transport, Kerry Vincent, said there were a number of exciting projects backed by the 2026-27 Budget.

“Growing our public transport network across the State is vitally important for the future,” Minister Vincent said.

“We are investing $5 million in our new ferry terminals, which will activate the natural infrastructure provided by the River Derwent, and move Hobartians across the river with greater efficiency.

“There is also an investment to progress Hobart’s new Rapid Bus Network.

“When working in partnership with existing buses and ferries, this new network will move thousands of Tasmanians each day to and from work, education and leisure.

“With free public transport, we’re helping Tasmanians from every corner of the State get to where they need to be.

“We are ensuring that the 2026-27 Budget is making the savings needed, whilst continuing to deliver the services and infrastructure Tasmania must have now, and for the future.”