In Pictures: Victoria opens tender for 800 electric buses as Queensland pivots to 630 diesel buses

Victoria's push to electrify 40 per cent of Melbourne's bus network hinges on new charging infrastructure.

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The state's four zero-emission bus franchises will require extensive depot charging rollouts across Melbourne.

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Queensland's order of 630 diesel buses stands in stark contrast to Victoria's electrification tender.

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Victoria aims to follow global cities in shifting its public transport fleet away from fossil fuels.

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The tender covers depot upgrades and maintenance facilities needed to service electric bus fleets.

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The Electric Vehicle Council criticised Queensland's diesel order as a step backwards for public transport.

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Melbourne's bus network electrification is expected to cut emissions significantly once fully rolled out.

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Zero-emission buses are central to Victoria's plan to meet its climate targets in the transport sector.

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The franchise tender marks one of Australia's largest single commitments to electric public transport.

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