Melbourne's East Deserves
Better Transport
.

The Eastern Transport Coalition advocates for world-class public transport, trails, and connected communities across Melbourne’s eastern suburbs.

1M+

Residents represented

5

Eastern councils

Since 2007

Advocating for change

PROUDLY BACKED BY FIVE EASTERN MELBOURNE COUNCILS

Fighting for a better deal for Melbourne's East.

The Eastern Transport Coalition has been advocating for improved public transport in Melbourne’s eastern suburbs since 2007. We represent over one million residents across five councils, pushing government to invest in the trains, buses, trails, and infrastructure our communities need to thrive.

  • Government submissions
  • Election platforms
  • Policy research
  • Community campaigns

Advocating for over 1M residents.

Our Campaign Priorities

We advocate across four key areas to improve how people move around Melbourne’s east.

We push for better train services, new lines, and improved infrastructure across Melbourne’s eastern rail network.

Melbourne’s east is heavily reliant on buses. We advocate for more frequent, reliable, and better-connected bus services.

Shared user paths and trails are vital for our communities. We campaign for safer, better-connected trails across the eastern suburbs.

A safe, reliable and well-connected transport network is essential to the liveability and productivity of Melbourne’s east.

Latest News & Updates

RESOURCES

Key Publications &
Reports

Access our latest policy documents, election platforms,
and government submissions.

ELECTION PLATFORM · 2026

ETC 2026 State Election Platform

BUDGET SUBMISSION · 2026

2026/27 Victorian Budget Submission

POLICY DOCUMENT · 2026

Trails for Tomorrow​

Want better transport for
Melbourne's East?

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