Overview

• Victoria's public transport network will transition to a contactless payment system, allowing passengers to tap on using bank cards, smartphones, and smartwatches.
• The rollout will begin with the rail network in early 2026, followed by buses and trams in a phased approach to minimize disruption.
• Over 20,000 new card readers will be installed across metropolitan and regional networks, replacing Myki readers without altering gate infrastructure.
• A successful trial in Wangaratta showed 79% of full-fare passengers preferred contactless payments over cash and paper tickets.
• Initial availability will be limited to full-fare passengers, with plans to expand to other fare types and account-based systems in the future.