Qld drivers hit by L-plate 'rip off'

December 07, 2022 05:51 PM PST | By AAPNEWS

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Queensland drivers pay more than any other state or territory for a learner's permit, prompting calls for the government to slash the $186.55 fee.

Young drivers are slugged more than seven times the permit cost of other states in what Liberal National leader David Crisafulli labelled an "absolute rip off".

In comparison, a permit costs $25 in the Northern Territory and $26 in NSW and Victoria.

"Queensland learners pay the highest fee in the country by a country mile to get their learners," Mr Crisafulli told reports on Thursday.

"These learner drivers are starting out in life ... the learner's is a key to opening up a future for a young person. It's the ability to take a step towards getting your own job and your own independence.

"It is time to end this rip off, and it is time to stop the madness of Queenslanders paying the highest fees in the nation to get their learners."

Mr Crisafulli said Queenslanders were already feeling the pinch as everyday costs spiral out of control.

"It's time this government gave these kids a break," he said.

Transport Minister Mark Bailey transport confirmed the costs were being scrutinised.

"A review is now under way into all Queensland licence fees, including C class, R and RE class, P class, L class, and others," Mr Bailey said.

However, the minister fell short of promising to lower licence fees, saying "I'll let the department conduct that review and provide an update to any potential changes to licence fees as soon as possible."

COSTS OF LEARNERS PERMITS IN AUSTRALIA

Qld: $186.55

WA: $126.10

SA: $69

ACT: $51.10

Tas: $35.29

Vic: $26

NSW: $26

NT: $25

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