Victorian drivers are now eligible for major cost savings and rewards under the state's Motorist Package, which encourages safer roads and rewards good driving behaviour.
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What is the Motorist Package?
The Motorist Package is a Victorian Government initiative introduced in mid-August 2022 to ease the financial burden of getting a licence. It waives several key fees for learner and probationary drivers:
- Learner Permit Test Online (car only) – normally $26.40
- Learner Permit Issue Fee (car and motorcycle) – normally $27
- Hazard Perception Test Online – normally $20.20
- Probationary Licence First Issue – normally between $88.90 and $118.50
While these fees are waived, in-person learner and drive test fees still apply.
Summary of Waived Fees
| Fee Type | Free Under Package? |
|---|---|
| Learner Permit Test Online (car only) | Yes |
| Learner Permit Issue (car and motorcycle) | Yes |
| Hazard Perception Test Online | Yes |
| Probationary Licence First Issue | Yes |
In-person tests such as the Drive Test ($69.40) and In-person Hazard Perception Test ($40.60) are not covered.
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The Safe Driver Discount
From 13 November 2022, eligible Victorian full licence holders receive a 25% discount when renewing their licence. To qualify, drivers must:
- Have held a Victorian licence for at least 39 months and 1 day
- Have no demerit points or serious driving offences in the 3-year period ending 3 months before their licence expires
This discount applies to car, motorcycle, and heavy vehicle licence holders.
Free Licence Scheme for Young Drivers
Probationary drivers under the age of 25 may be eligible for a free 3-year full driver licence if they:
- Have completed a full 4-year Victorian probationary period
- Are under 25 years old when their probationary licence expires
- Have a clean driving record with no traffic-related offences during their probationary period
This includes avoiding offences such as:
- Speeding
- Drink or drug driving
- Demerit point infractions
- Seatbelt violations
- Hit-and-run or accident-related offences
- Reckless or dangerous driving
VicRoads will send an application form by mail, so drivers must ensure their myVicRoads account is updated with a correct address.
Encouraging Safer Roads
These initiatives reflect Victoria's broader effort to improve road safety and reduce accidents by rewarding responsible behaviour. Whether you're a new learner or a veteran motorist, there's now more incentive than ever to drive safely.
To learn more, visit the VicRoads website or log in to your myVicRoads account.
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