We ask Queensland commuters what they think about 50c fares

We’ve asked everyday commuters from key routes what they really think of permanent 50c public transport fares. Here’s what they had to say.

We’ve asked South East Queensland commuters what they think about the 50 cent fares policy.

• How much you save on 50c fares

The state government announced this week that 50c fares are here to stay with the cost projected to reach $1.5bn across the next four years.

Transport Minister Brent Mickelberg says the fares would provide financial relief and improved traffic flow for motorists.

The Courier-Mail went to three key South East Queensland stations - Springwood, Sunshine Coast and the Gold Coast - to ask commuters what they really think.

Here is what they had to say.

George from Brisbane

Peter from Gold Coast

Sita from Ipswich

Sue from Springfield

Nikki from Springfield

Susan from Nambour

Originally published as We ask Queensland commuters what they think about 50c fares