The NSW Liberals and Nationals have stood up for vulnerable regional residents, questioning the Minns Labor Government over its decision to cut support for long distance coach services.
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This move impacted routes between Eden and Bomaderry, as well as Lismore and Tweed Heads, meaning passengers paying $2.50 for a Regional Excursion Daily (RED) ticket would be forced to pay up to $65.
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After sustained pressure by the Coalition, the Government has backflipped on its reckless decision and has decided to reinstate the Transport for NSW (TfNSW) subsidies.
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We have always offered vital support to country communities, including the Regional Seniors Travel Card, because we understand that when you live in the bush it\u2019s harder to travel.
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We also couldn\u2019t stand the fact Labor chose to rip more money from people\u2019s pockets in the middle of a cost-of-living-crisis.
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Common sense has prevailed, and our regional residents will finally get the support they need.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Authorised by Richard Shields, Liberal Party of Australia, NSW Division, Level 2, 131 Macquarie Street, Sydney NSW 2000.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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