Wednesday, 18 March 2026


Constituency questions

Wendouree electorate


Juliana ADDISON

Wendouree electorate

 Juliana ADDISON (Wendouree) (14:37): (1575) My constituency question is for the Minister for Public and Active Transport. How many passengers boarding trains at Wendouree and Ballarat train stations have trialled tap and go on the Ballarat line? I am delighted that Wendouree constituents are among the first Victorians to use the tap-and-go technology on the Ballarat line. Full-fare passengers travelling to and from Ballarat and city loop stations, including Southern Cross, will be among the first to test the technology. Passengers can now tap on with a Mastercard, a Visa, a debit card, a smartphone or a smartwatch, making travel easier and simpler. Concession card holders and passengers planning to transfer to another train line, tram or bus must use a Myki from the start of their journey to ensure that they are not overcharged. Concession card holders will be able to participate in later stages of the rollout. Participation in the trial is optional. If any passenger needs assistance, please speak to the helpful Ballarat or Wendouree train staff.