The NSW Nationals have stood up for vulnerable regional residents, forcing the Minns Labor Government to reverse its decision to cut support for long distance coach services.
The 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.
After sustained pressure by The Nationals, the government has backflipped on its reckless decision and decided to reinstate the Transport for NSW (TfNSW) subsidies.
Shadow Minister for Regional Transport and Roads, Dave Layzell, welcomed the government's about-face.
"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's harder to travel.
"We also couldn't stand the fact Labor chose to rip more money from people's pockets in the middle of a cost-of-living-crisis.
"Common sense has prevailed, and our regional residents will finally get the support they need," Mr Layzell said.
