Is Melbourne University in the free tram zone?

You can travel free of charge within the Free Tram Zone, however, as none of the University's campuses fall within this zone, you must always touch on your myki when you board.
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Is Melbourne Uni in the free tram zone?

The University is located outside of the Tram Free Zone in the CBD. You will need a myki card when travelling on public transport in Melbourne. You can buy and top up a myki: At all 7-Eleven stores, plus other retailers displaying the myki sign.
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How do I know if I have a free tram zone in Melbourne?

The city's Free Tram Zone includes the city centre and extends from Queen Victoria Market to Docklands, Spring Street, Flinders Street Station and Federation Square. If you're only travelling in the city's Free Tram Zone you don't need a myki. Travel on the City Circle tram (Route 35) is also free.
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What trams go to Melbourne University?

Trams 1, 15, 21 & 22 running North up Swanston St. (e.g. from Flinders St. and Melbourne Central railway stations) stop at the University.
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Which tram stops are free in Melbourne?

City Circle Tram

Melbourne's burgundy and gold City Circle Trams offer free travel to city sights and attractions, with audio commentary on points of interest along the route. Trams run along Flinders Street, Harbour Esplanade, Docklands Drive, La Trobe Street and Spring Street. A complete circle takes around an hour.
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Melbourne Free Tram Zone

Can you catch a tram in Melbourne without a myki?

Tram exceptions

You don't need a myki if you're travelling within the Free Tram Zone [PDF]. If you're only travelling within Zone 2 (including a stop marked as both Zone 1 and Zone 2), tap on and off for a cheaper fare. You don't have to tap off if you're travelling in Zone 1, or across Zone 1+2.
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Why is there a free tram zone in Melbourne?

“The free tram zone helps reduce boarding times at some of our busiest tram stops and allows passengers to travel freely and easily around Melbourne's CBD,” they say.
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Is public transport free for students in Melbourne?

Students may be eligible for free or discounted travel. Many full-time students can get discounted public transport fares. Follow the rules on this page based on your student type. Postgraduate and part-time students can't get a student concession.
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What is the tram program at Melbourne University?

Translating Research at Melbourne (TRAM)

TRAM programs teach researchers to think like entrepreneurs and provide the education and support to transform their research and inventions into products and services that create impact. TRAM offers four programs for each stage of the research translation journey.
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How do tourists use trams in Melbourne?

Ticketing and transport passes. To use public transport in Melbourne, you'll need a myki card. This can be used on all trains, trams and buses, as well as on some regional services. You can purchase a myki card from train stations, ticket machines and some convenience stores.
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What happens if you accidentally touch on in the free tram zone?

For all travellers

You don't need a myki when only travelling within the Free Tram Zone, including on the City Circle Tram route. If you accidentally tap on with a myki card, you'll be charged a 2-hour fare for Zone 1+2.
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Can I buy a myki card at Melbourne airport?

Public transport – myki machines

Machine locations can be found at: T2 Arrivals. T3 Arrivals. T4 Baggage Reclaim.
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Do they check tram tickets in Melbourne?

They are authorised by the Victorian Government to: check your ticket and concession entitlement, even after you've left the vehicle or station. ask to take your ticket for use as evidence (unless you have a Mobile myki)
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Is Melbourne Uni gym free?

All students get free access to the pool, gym, and group fitness classes at selected times upon presentation of a valid UoM student card.
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Do you tap on in the free tram zone in Melbourne?

2. No Ticket Needed: You don't need to purchase a ticket or tap your myki card (Melbourne's public transport card) when riding trams within the Free Tram Zone.
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What time does the free tram run in Melbourne?

The service provides a circular route passing major tourist attractions, plus linking with other tram, train and bus routes. The trams run in clockwise and anti-clockwise directions approximately every twelve minutes, between 10am and 6pm on Sunday to Wednesday.
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Is Melbourne University free zone?

You can travel free of charge within the Free Tram Zone, however, as none of the University's campuses fall within this zone, you must always touch on your myki when you board.
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Are trams still free in Melbourne?

Melbourne offers free tram rides within the city centre. To use public transport outside of the free tram zone, you need to purchase a myki card. You can purchase a myki card from retail outlets displaying the myki sign, visitor centres and at train stations. Use your myki card on trains, trams and buses.
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What is the tram track at University of Melbourne?

From research to real-world impact through customer discovery. TRAM Track is an exploratory program designed for University of Melbourne research teams to delve into the potential impact of their work through customer discovery.
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Do students get free rail travel?

Student Train Tickets are available to holders of a valid 16-25 Railcard, and offer 50% savings against adult Super Advance fares. They are available on most long distance TransPennine Express routes for off-peak journeys in standard class only.
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How do tourists pay for public transport in Melbourne?

No matter what form of public transport you use throughout Melbourne, you can pay for all of them with one payment method: a myki card. myki is plastic card used to 'touch on' when you start travelling and 'touch off' when you finish travelling.
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Is there a free tourist bus in Melbourne?

The City Circle Tram service provides a free and convenient way to get around central Melbourne. Tourists, shoppers, families and city workers can use the City Circle Tram to travel to major attractions, restaurants, shops and city events.
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Which tram is free in Melbourne for Australian Open?

An extra 4,500 services will run on Route 70a to shuttle Australian Open ticket holders and staff for free during the two week main draw – with trams set to run every two to three minutes during peak periods.
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Are trams free in Melbourne for F1?

Travelling by tram

These trams run frequently (every 1-2 minutes during peak times) from Flinders Street Station and Southern Cross Station. The great news is Tram shuttles are completely free with your Grand Prix ticket!
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What to do in Melbourne for free?

Free Things to do in Melbourne
  • Go on a free walking tour. ...
  • Drive the Great Ocean Road. ...
  • Wander the Queen Victoria Market. ...
  • National Gallery of Victoria. ...
  • Explore the most beautiful library in Australia. ...
  • Take a walk down AC/DC Lane. ...
  • Tour Parliament House. ...
  • Check out the Block Arcade and Royal Arcade.
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