Over the past 18 months, we have been campaigning with the NSW State Government to consider the unfairness in the current NSW toll system. Last month, the Government announced that there will be a formal review of the road toll system in the Sydney area; this review commenced this week. Many members have written to their local State Members of Parliament, and to me, which proved valuable in our communication with the Government.
On Wednesday, I was joined by Ken Newton (Chair of the Australian Caravan Club) and collectively under the umbrella of RV Clubs of Australia (RVCAL) we met with both sides of Government to discuss the key issues around this toll system. We presented the issues followed by a solution to both sides of Government, which we believe could be a fairer system for all RV consumers.
Issue 1 – Current Classification
Currently the fee structure is a debacle, with the Government and operator only allowing two categories. However, we are proposing a third category be added between the current two classes which will allow vehicles between 2.81m to 3.5m in height to be recognised for the Recreational Vehicle.
Class A Vehicles 2.8 metres or less in height and 12.5 metres or less in length.
Class B Recreational Vehicles between 2.81 metres to 3.5 metres in height or between 12.51 metres 16 metres in length.
Class C All other vehicles
Issue 2 – Vehicle Recognition
Currently, Transurban operate with a scanning program that detects height and length of vehicles. We are also seeking a simple change to have vehicle recognition through the number plate system that refers to registration and identification of that specific vehicle. Having RVs recognised through their registrations is a simple and easy resolution.
We will continue to work on these above issues, as they are major election elements in the lead up to the NSW election scheduled for March 2023. I would like to take this opportunity to thank our many CMCA members who have written to their local Members of Parliament voicing their concerns. I encourage you to continue doing this and forward a copy for myself to keep on hand.
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