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News, guides, and tips about personalised number plates in Australia.

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 February 2026·6 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

Product UpdatesGuides

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

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 February 2026·6 min read

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

Product UpdatesGuides

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

Australian tradie ute — your vehicle is a billboard for your business

MarketingNumber Plates

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.

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AusPlates

|10 Feb 2026|12 min read

Pair of Victorian heritage number plates showing 888-223 combination in classic black and white, example of custom plates for sale in Australia

GuidesSeller Resources

How to Sell Your Custom Number Plate in Australia: Complete 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

GuidesMarket InsightsEducation

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

Guides

The Complete Guide to Australian Number Plate Values

Discover what makes Australian number plates valuable. From single-digit heritage plates worth millions to personalised combinations, learn how to assess plate values.

The Ausplates Team

|3 Feb 2026|4 min read

Guides

NSW Custom Plates: Complete 2026 Buyer's Guide

The Ausplates Team

|1 Feb 2026|16 min read

Dictionary page showing the definition of censorship

Number PlatesCulture

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.

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AusPlates

|28 Jan 2026|10 min read

Market Insights

Top 10 Most Expensive License Plates Ever Sold in Australia

Discover the most expensive custom license plates ever sold in Australia. From single digits to prestigious combinations, see what collectors pay for exclusive plates.

The Ausplates Team

|25 Jan 2026|9 min read

Guides

The Ultimate Guide to Custom License Plates in Australia (2026)

Everything you need to know about buying custom license plates in Australia. Complete state-by-state breakdown of rules, pricing, plate types, buying tips, and market trends for 2026.

The Ausplates Team

|31 Jan 2025|12 min read