Roads Minister Luke Donnellan says drivers who complete both their red and green probationary periods with no traffic offences or demerit points will be rewarded with a free three-year licence.
The new Free Licence Scheme starts today - from 1 February 2016.
The first round of registration renewal notices will be issued this week outlining the steps for eligible young drivers and motorcycle riders under the age of 21 to take advantage of the Free Licence Scheme.
From 1 February, young drivers who complete both their red and green probationary periods with no traffic offences or demerit points will be rewarded for their safe driving practices with a free three year licence.
The licence, worth $76, will be awarded to drivers when they receive their full licence for the first time.
As well as having a good driving record, drivers must be issued a probationary licence before the age of 21 to be eligible for the scheme.
Young and inexperienced drivers face the greatest risk on our roads, with road crashes continuing to be one of the leading causes of death for young people aged 18 to 25 years.
Luke Donnellan, Minister for Road Safety, said he hoped the scheme would encourage safe driving. “Responsible and safe young drivers are an example to their peers and it's important that we recognise and reward them. We can reduce road trauma among young people by rewarding Victoria's most responsible young drivers,” Mr Donnellan said.
