TTF Transport Position Papers provide succinct analysis of transport issues facing Australian governments and the private sector and make policy recommendations on how to address them.
OCTOBER 2011: Recent discussions on tax reform, most notably the Henry Tax Review and carbon tax debate, have focussed on rationalising inefficiencies in the tax and transfer system and rewarding behaviour more conducive to economic productivity and envir [Read More]
SEPTEMBER 2011: This paper promotes the implementation of integrated ticketing, whereby event tickets include the cost of public transport to and from an event. [Read More]
NOVEMBER 2010: This position paper outlines the inequities which arise from the fringe benefits tax regime in relation to salary-packaged cars. [Read More]
JULY 2010: This position paper details the benefits of integrated, electronic smartcard ticketing on public transport. [Read More]
MAY 2010: Public transport is crucial to managing congestion and investment is vital to maintaining liveability in our cities. [Read More]
MARCH 2010: Light rail is a reliable, high-capacity, sustainable mode of transport well-suited to urban and inner-suburban areas. [Read More]
NOVEMBER 2009: Public transport has a vital role to play in Australia's response to climate change. [Read More]
OCTOBER 2009: TTF research shows that First Home Owners Grant recipients are purchasing homes in areas poorly-served by public transport. [Read More]
OCTOBER 2009: TTF advocates franchising Sydney Ferries operations to the private sector in the interests of commuters and taxpayers. [Read More]
FEBRUARY 2009: Australian governments should incorporate transit oriented development in land use and transport planning strategies. [Read More]
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