Victorian motorists and public transport users will receive significant cost-of-living relief from June 1, as the state government introduces a 20 per cent vehicle registration rebate and halves public transport fares across the state.
Premier Jacinta Allan said the measures are aimed at easing financial pressures on households facing rising living costs and higher fuel prices.
Under the registration rebate program, eligible vehicle owners can claim up to $186 back on a single registration, while households with two registered vehicles may receive up to $372 in rebates.
The scheme applies to light vehicles used for personal purposes, including cars, utes and motorcycles, where registration fees were paid between July 1, 2025, and June 30, 2026. Claims can be lodged through Service Victoria until July 31, 2026.
In addition, public transport fares across Victoria will be reduced by 50 per cent until the end of the year. The maximum daily fare will drop from $11.40 to $5.70, allowing passengers to travel anywhere in the state at the discounted rate.
The Victorian Government estimates that regular commuters could save more than $850 by January 1, 2027.
Children under 18 and concession pass holders will continue to travel free under existing arrangements.
Roads and Road Safety Minister Ros Spence said the rebate acknowledges the financial challenges facing motorists, while Government Services Minister Ingrid Stitt said the initiative will help make everyday expenses more manageable for Victorian families.
The measures form part of broader efforts by governments across Australia to address cost-of-living pressures amid ongoing global economic uncertainty and elevated fuel prices.