LNP will give half prices licences to seniors under a plan to reduce the cost of living
Seniors will be able to buy half-price drivers licences and travel for free on any public transport on the Gold Coast, if the LNP wins government.
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SENIORS will be able to buy half-price drivers licences and travel for free on any public transport on the Gold Coast, if the LNP wins government.
Opposition leader Tim Nicholls was back on the Gold Coast today at spruik the LNP’s latest attempt to woo voters.
Mr Nicholls had a roll at the Musgrave Hills Bowls Club, in the marginal seat of Bonney, before talking to some Gold Coast bowlers.
“Seniors can save potentially up to $720 a year by travelling in off-peak times,” he said.
“When you are on a fixed income, it’s important because it helps you make ends meet.”
Seniors can already travel on any Gold Coast bus for free under a scheme by the Gold Coast City Council.
The LNP’s plan will expand that program to include the G: Link and train services.
A one-year drivers licence currently costs $72.25, meaning a $38 savings for seniors.
The plan is expected to cost about $114 million over three years.
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