The Victorian Government announced on April 26 that car owners would be able to claim back 20 per cent of registration fees paid for the 2025-26 year from June 1.
Premier Jacinta Allan said the rebate would “provide relief” for people doing it tough amid ongoing cost-of-living pressures.
Car owners can save approximately $186 per vehicle, with households able to claim rebates for up to two light vehicles.
While Victorians can access the rebate through the Service Victoria website or app, state Member for Murray Plains Peter Walsh has raised concerns about accessibility for those less comfortable with technology.
He noted that many constituents, particularly older residents, regularly sought his assistance with government services that required online access.
“Again, Labor is making big announcements about doing everything it can to ease the cost of living while going out of its way to make it as difficult as possible for people to access it,” Mr Walsh said.
“Which means, once again, it’s going to be the elderly, many living on very limited incomes, who will miss out.”
Mr Walsh encouraged anyone struggling with the online process to visit his Echuca office on High St for assistance, or to contact their local neighbourhood house for support.
Vehicle owners have until July 31 to claim the registration rebate, which applies to cars registered between July 1, 2025 and June 30, 2026.
The Riv reached out to the government but did not receive a response before publication deadline.
