The New Toll Relief from July 2023

This post describes the 40% toll rebate, which has ended. Claims for the final 2023-24 period closed on 30 June 2025. It was replaced by a weekly toll cap: spend above the cap is rebated, up to $350 a week per tag or plate, on spending between the cap and $400 a week, to an annual limit of $5,000. The cap ran at $60 from 1 January 2024, was made permanent in December 2025, and is $50 from 6 July 2026 until 4 July 2027, after which it returns to $60. Toll administration fees were abolished at the same time. It is not automatic: link your toll account to a MyServiceNSW Account and claim every three months – claims for the first period under the $50 cap open in October 2026. See Service NSW.

The New Toll Relief from 1 July 2023

We all look forward to New Years, with parties, food, and fireworks. This new financial year has plenty to offer our clients as well. One of the more interesting introductions arriving on the 1st of July is the new Toll Relief Rebate. Those eligible may find themselves claiming a refund of 40%.

Who is eligible for the New Toll Relief Rebate?

First off, eligibility is only granted to NSW residents. To be eligible, one must spend $375 or more on tolls in a financial year. One must have already paid for the tolls and accumulate the expense on one single personal toll account at a time. Personal toll account providers include E-Toll or Transurban Linkt. You must make the claim within one financial year end by which you paid the tolls.

Exclusions from the New Toll Relief Rebate

Trips taken before the 1st of July 2022 will not be eligible for this rebate. Fees for administration, number plate recognition and other charges cannot be claimed. You will not be able to claim the yearly rebate if you have already received a refund during your quarterly lodgments.

There are also specifications for eligible cars and roads. You must accumulate the toll on a privately registered vehicle under 2794 kg in weight, so no heavy vehicles. The vehicle must be registered in NSW. Please read the Service NSW toll relief page for the scheme that operates now.

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