New measures are being introduced across Melbourne's metro trains to tackle the issue of late-boarding passengers, who are being blamed for mass delays.
New measures are being introduced across Melbourne's metro trains to tackle the issue of late-boarding passengers, who are being blamed for mass delays.
Live countdown 'tickers' have been added to City Loop station screens telling commuters how soon train doors will close. Markings are also being painted at Richmond Station, directing boarding passengers where to stand to ease congestion. Image: News Corp Australia
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