BRISBANE, Queensland, Feb. 10 -- The Queensland Cabinet issued text of the following statement:

Published Yesterday at 10:26 AM

Minister for Transport and Main Roads

The Honourable Brent Mickelberg

Queenslanders on Board with the LNP's Permanent 50 Cent Fares

* The LNP's Permanent 50 Cent Fares start today following the end of a 6 month trial. * The LNP's Permanent 50 Cent Fares is a key cost of living measure delivered by the Crisafulli Government. * South East Queenslanders have saved more than $181 million in the first six months of 50 cent public transport fares. * Under Labor, 50 Cent Fares would have ended as there was no funding beyond the 6 month trial.

The LNP Permanent 50 Cent Fares officially begin today, delivering on an...