The deadline has been extended by three weeks on submissions to a proposed forward-looking cost base (FLCB) as a new approach to setting heavy vehicle charges.
The National Transport Commission (NTC) said that in recognition of current industry pressures, and to allow adequate time to consider the material and provide feedback, consultation will now close on Friday, June 12.
For more information, read a copy of the C-RIS and to make a submission, click here.
Heavy vehicle charges are currently set using a cost recovery mechanism known as PAYGO (pay-as-you-go), which has been in place since 1992.
The FLCB is an alternative approach to setting heavy vehicle charges by spreading the cost of road construction and maintenance over the life of road assets, providing greater transparency and predictability for industry.
To support engagement, NTC will be hosting a series of online information sessions between May 21-29. These sessions will provide an overview of the proposed model and an opportunity to ask questions.
- Thursday 21 May – 11am–12.30pm (AEST)
- Friday 22 May – 1.30pm–3pm (AEST)
- Wednesday 27 May – 3pm–4.30pm (AEST)
- Friday 29 May – 9.30am–11am (AEST)
This sessions will provide an overview of:
- The reasons for exploring an alternative to the current PAYGO approach.
- How the forward-looking cost base model works.
- The implementation options presented in the C-RIS.
- How stakeholders can provide feedback as part of the consultation.
If endorsed by ministers, the FLCB could be used to set heavy vehicle charges from 2027–28 onwards.