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Victoria's First 7-Character Number Plates: The Seven Reserve Auction Explained

Victoria is about to make history. On 26 May 2026, VicRoads will release the state's very first 7-character number plates through Seven Reserve — a premium live auction at the Park Hyatt Melbourne featuring 12 one-of-a-kind lots including FERRARI, PORSCHE and MCLAREN. Here's what Victorian plate owners need to know.

The Ausplates Team·26 April 2026·6 min read

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Victoria's First 7-Character Number Plates: The Seven Reserve Auction Explained

Victoria is about to make history. On 26 May 2026, VicRoads will release the state's very first 7-character number plates through Seven Reserve — a premium live auction at the Park Hyatt Melbourne featuring 12 one-of-a-kind lots including FERRARI, PORSCHE and MCLAREN. Here's what Victorian plate owners need to know.

The Ausplates Team·26 Apr 2026·6 min read

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QLD Personalised Plates: The Complete 2026 Guide

Complete guide to QLD personalised plates through PPQ. Every style from $195 Classic Plates to $5,000 Prestige Plates, how to transfer ownership, and how to sell your Queensland plates on the private market.

The Ausplates Team·26 Mar 2026

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Market Insights

Victoria's First 7-Character Number Plates: The Seven Reserve Auction Explained

Victoria is about to make history. On 26 May 2026, VicRoads will release the state's very first 7-character number plates through Seven Reserve — a premium live auction at the Park Hyatt Melbourne featuring 12 one-of-a-kind lots including FERRARI, PORSCHE and MCLAREN. Here's what Victorian plate owners need to know.

The Ausplates Team·26 April 2026·6 min read

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Victoria's First 7-Character Number Plates: The Seven Reserve Auction Explained

Victoria is about to make history. On 26 May 2026, VicRoads will release the state's very first 7-character number plates through Seven Reserve — a premium live auction at the Park Hyatt Melbourne featuring 12 one-of-a-kind lots including FERRARI, PORSCHE and MCLAREN. Here's what Victorian plate owners need to know.

The Ausplates Team·26 Apr 2026·6 min read

Guides

QLD Personalised Plates: The Complete 2026 Guide

Complete guide to QLD personalised plates through PPQ. Every style from $195 Classic Plates to $5,000 Prestige Plates, how to transfer ownership, and how to sell your Queensland plates on the private market.

The Ausplates Team·26 Mar 2026

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How Much Is My Number Plate Worth? A Realistic Guide to Australian Plate Values

Find out what your personalised number plate is actually worth. Real price ranges by character count from Australian market data, what drives value up (and what doesn't), and a free AI-powered valuation tool to check your specific plate in 30 seconds.

The Ausplates Team·19 Mar 2026·10 min read

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Guides

SA Personalised Plates: The Complete 2026 Guide

South Australia offers one of the most diverse plate programs in Australia — from $219 personalised plates to historic numeric plates worth six figures. This guide covers every EzyPlates style, current pricing, how transfers work, what your plates might be worth on the secondary market, and how to list them for sale.

The Ausplates Team·17 Mar 2026·9 min read

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VIC Personalised Plates: The Complete 2026 Guide

Victoria has the widest selection of personalised plate styles in Australia — from $250 slimline blacks to heritage plates worth six figures at auction. This guide covers every VPlates style, current pricing, how to transfer plates, and what your combination might be worth on the secondary market.

The Ausplates Team·12 Mar 2026·9 min read

Education

Number Plates as Art: The Design Story Behind Australia's Most Overlooked Canvas

How 115 years of colour, typography, and craftsmanship turned a bureaucratic necessity into collectible design objects.

The Ausplates Team·10 Mar 2026·8 min read

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What's Your Number Plate Worth? Introducing Our Free AI Valuation Tool

Find out what your personalised number plate is worth in seconds. Our free AI-powered valuation tool analyses real auction data to estimate your plate's market value.

AusPlates·8 Mar 2026·6 min read

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Where to Sell Personalised Number Plates in Australia (2026)

Thinking about selling your personalised number plates? Compare Australia's top selling platforms, understand fees and transfers, and learn how to price your plate for a quick sale.

The Ausplates Team·28 Feb 2026·12 min read

Market Research

Australian Number Plates as an Investment: The Data Is Jaw-Dropping

How a piece of pressed metal has outperformed shares, property and gold over the past three decades. We crunch the numbers on Australia's most overlooked asset class.

The Ausplates Team·18 Feb 2026·6 min read

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Introducing the AusPlates Resources Hub: Your Complete Guide to Number Plate Transfers

We've launched a comprehensive resources section packed with state-specific transfer guides, fee calculators, valuation insights, and scam prevention tools. Everything you need to buy or sell personalised plates with confidence.

The Ausplates Team·15 Feb 2026·4 min read

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WA Personalised Plates: The Complete 2026 Guide

Complete guide to WA personalised plates through PlatesWA. Every plate style from affordable Platinum plates to the new Nostalgia series, how transfers work, and how to sell your Western Australian plates.

The Ausplates Team·11 Feb 2026·10 min read

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Your Ute Is a Billboard: Why Custom Plates Are the Smartest Tradie Marketing Hack in 2026

Australian tradies drive 25,000+ km per year. A custom number plate turns every trip into free advertising — at $0.02 per thousand impressions. See the data.

AusPlates·10 Feb 2026·12 min read

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How to Sell Your Number Plate in Australia (2026 Guide)

This comprehensive guide covers everything: State-by-state transfer processes for NSW, VIC, QLD, WA, and SA with official government links. How to price your plate based on length, composition, and market demand. Where to list for maximum exposure (hint: general classifieds attract time-wasters; specialist marketplaces attract serious buyers). Common mistakes that cost thousands. Scam protection strategies.

The Ausplates Team·7 Feb 2026·18 min read

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Number Plate 101: Why Are Some Plates Worth More Than a House?

Ever wonder why someone would pay house money for a number plate? The answer lies in scarcity, state significance, and heritage status. Here's your complete guide to what makes Australian plates valuable.

The Ausplates Team·4 Feb 2026·6 min read

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FUHRER, IH8PIGS, and the Mum Whose Own Name Got Banned: Inside Australia’s Number Plate Censorship Wars

From FUHRER to IH8PIGS to a mum banned from using her own name — explore Australia’s most controversial rejected number plates, the secret committees that decide, and the $100M+ industry behind it all.

AusPlates·28 Jan 2026·10 min read