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Vehicle Registration “Rego” All motor vehicles and motorcycles must be registered in a state or territory. Regulations on how to obtain the Rego vary from state to state and you should check the local specifications. When purchasing a vehicle, the Rego must be transferred to the name of the new owner of the vehicle. The process is simpler is you sell or buy a car within the state where it is already registered. Some states require a mandatory technical checkup when selling/purchasing or renewing the Rego. Compulsory Third-Party Insurance (CTP) insurance is compulsory in all states of Australia and it is referred to as a green slip. CTP is included with the Rego in all states. CTP provides compensation for people injured or killed when your vehicle is involved in an accident, but it does not cover material damage so to ensure full coverage you should consider buying additional insurance. + Victoria Territory www.vicroads.vic.gov.au/registration + NSW Territory www.rms.nsw.gov.au/roads/registration/index.html + Queensland Territory www.qld.gov.au/transport/registration/register/vehicle + SA Territory www.sa.gov.au/topics/driving-and-transport/registration + TAS Territory www.transport.tas.gov.au/online/vehicles + WA Territory www.transport.wa.gov.au/licensing/license-my-vehicle- registration.asp + NT Territory nt.gov.au/driving/rego/check,-renew-or-transfer-your-registration + ACT Territory www.accesscanberra.act.gov.au/app/answers/detail/a_id/694/~/motor-vehicle- registration-and-renewal Car Insurance Except for the CTP, which is required by each state and territory, you are advised to consider 3 other types of general insurance based on your specific needs: Helpful Hint: For further information on vehicle registration, the relevant state or territory should be contacted.

Comprehensive

Third Party Property

Third Party Fire and Theft

Covers damage to your own vehicle and other people’s property, as well as theft and some other risks, plus legal costs.

Covers damage to other people’s property and legal costs, but not damage to your own vehicle.

Third Party Property with some add-on features that cover your vehicle.

Insurance premiums vary, depending on the type, size, weight of car, and the region. Most main insurance companies offer coverage.

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