zlev act victoria

In Victoria, the ZLEV Act was the clever-but-controversial law that slapped a per‑kilometre road‑user charge on EVs and PHEVs registered in the state.

Then in October 2023 the High Court said “nope”, finding the charge invalid because it strayed into Commonwealth excise territory, and the scheme effectively stopped.

If you were dutifully photographing odometers, that requirement evaporated with the ruling, and attention shifted to what happens with past payments.

Refunds and next steps have been steered through the State Revenue Office, but do check the latest guidance—these goalposts move like a winger with fresh legs.

Bottom line: the ZLEV road‑user charge isn’t currently being collected in Victoria; verify current details with official sources before you plan your next road trip spreadsheet.