Thursday 24 November 2022 01:08 AM Victoria election: Huge change coming to driving rules if Matthew Guy's ... trends now
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The age at which Victorians can get their licence would be lowered to 17 if the Coalition wins the upcoming state election.
Currently only those 18 and older can get their probationary licence in Victoria and the change would bring the state's road rules into line with the rest of Australia.
The licence shake-up would particularly benefit young Victorians living along the border with NSW, according to Shadow Minister for Police Brad Battin.
'By lowering the driving age, we are opening up a world of work and study opportunities for 17-year-olds,' Mr Battin said.
It comes as Victoria's major parties were set to release the costings for their election promises two days out from polling day.
The age at which Victorians can get their licence would be lowered to 17 if Matthew Guy's Coalition wins the state election on November 26
Treasurer Tim Pallas will provide an update about 1pm AEDT on Thursday.
So far Labor has made $12 billion worth of commitments while the Liberal and Nationals have pledged $28b, according to the Parliamentary Budget Office.
The Victorian Greens announced $37b worth of promises over the campaign.
Labor committed to upgrade at least seven hospitals, including a new Maroondah Hospital for $1.05b and earmarked $855 million to renovate the Northern Hospital.
Other major pledges include a $1b regional rail package and $1b on
