The State Government’s decision to cut vehicle licence concessions for Local Governments will cost the sector up to an additional $10 million per annum. These cuts will affect all WA Local Governments, not just on their vehicle registrations each year but also on State stamp duty charges as vehicles are replaced over time.
With Local Governments’ limited means to raise revenue, this additional cost they are now required to pay the State will have to be funded either through significant budget reductions most likely leading to reduced services, or raised rates to meet the revenue shortfall.
This is another example of cost shifting from State to Local Government as an easy fix to the State’s dire financial situation rather than redressing overspend or achieving genuine savings.
WALGA is campaigning to have this decision reversed immediately in light of the impact it will have on Councils and their communities.
Vehicle Registration Cut Campaign
