Myki-less public transport for all passengers won’t happen until 2027, Victorian auditor reveals

The Guardian - World NewsCenter-LeftEN 1 min read 100% complete by Benita Kolovos Victorian state correspondentMarch 18, 2026 at 05:57 AM

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A report by the Victorian Auditor-General's Office (Vago) revealed that the full rollout of tap-and-go technology on Victorian public transport will be delayed until 2027. This means Myki cards will still be required for several more years. The delay is attributed to an 18-month dispute between the Victorian transport department and US-based contractor Conduent. The dispute has also increased the project's cost by $136.8 million. The project aims to eliminate the need for Myki cards by allowing passengers to directly tap on and off with credit cards or mobile devices.

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United States 40% Conduent 70% Victorian Auditor-General's Office 80% Victoria 90%

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public transport 90% myki 80% tap-and-go technology 70% project delay 70% victorian auditor-general's office 60% government contractor dispute 60% cost overrun 50%

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Center-Left (-0.40)

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Victoria

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