Apprentices in Sunbury and Macedon Ranges who travel across the border for work purposes will soon be able to apply for a 50 per cent discount on their vehicle registration fee and Transport Accident Charge as part of the state government’s Trade Apprentice Registration Discount scheme.
Roads and Road Safety Minister Melissa Horne said the scheme will give apprentices who live in Victoria but are working in New South Wales and South Australia the same savings as those who live and work in Victoria only.
“We’re putting more money back in the pockets of Victorian apprentices so they can get the skills they need for their future careers,” she said.
“Bricklayers, carpenters, joiners, electricians and plumbers rely on our roads to get to and from each job – with many travelling across the border for work.
“That’s why we’re giving our apprentices the support they need, with the expansion of this scheme to ensure those who travel to New South Wales and South Australia for work have access to the same discounts.”
About 400 Victorians currently completing their apprenticeships in New South Wales or South Australia will benefit from the scheme.
