Help CenterThe Distance Levy is a fair and transparent way to compensate Runners for long-distance travel. It ensures that Runs with higher driving distances are properly rewarded, based on the Estimated Working Time (EWT) of the job.
This article explains:
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How the distance allowance is calculated
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When the distance levy applies
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How to calculate your additional earnings if distance is exceeded
📏 Distance Allowance Based on EWT
Each Run includes a distance allowance based on the EWT duration (or minimum Run duration, whichever is higher).
The allowance increases by 10 km per hour (or 0.1667 km per minute).
| EWT Duration | Distance Allowance |
|---|---|
| 3 hours | 55 km |
| 3 hours 30 minutes | 60 km |
| 4 hours | 65 km |
| 4 hours 30 minutes | 70 km |
| 5 hours | 75 km |
| 5 hours 30 minutes | 80 km |
| 6 hours | 85 km |
| 6 hours 30 minutes | 90 km |
| 7 hours | 95 km |
| 7 hours 30 minutes | 100 km |
| 8 hours | 105 km |
| 8 hours 30 minutes | 110 km |
| 9 hours | 115 km |
| 9 hours 30 minutes | 120 km |
| 10 hours | 125 km |
| 10 hours 30 minutes | 130 km |
If the estimated driving distance for your Run is less than or equal to the distance allowance, no distance levy applies.
💰 Distance Levy Rates (Exceeding the Allowance)
If the Run's estimated distance exceeds the allowance, the extra distance is paid at the following rates:
| Exceeded Distance Range | Rate (inc. GST) |
|---|---|
| First 25 km (0–25 km) | $0.65 per km |
| Next 25 km (25–50 km) | $0.75 per km |
| Any km beyond 50 km | $0.84 per km |
📘 Examples
Example 1
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Run EWT: 3 hours 25 minutes
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Estimated Distance: 72 km
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Distance Allowance:
55 km + (25 mins × 0.1667 km/min) = 59.17 km -
Exceeded Distance:
72 km – 59.17 km = 12.83 km -
Distance Levy:
12.83 km × $0.65 = $8.34 (inc. GST)
Example 2
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Run EWT: 3 hours 45 minutes
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Estimated Distance: 98 km
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Distance Allowance:
55 km + (45 mins × 0.1667 km/min) = 62.50 km -
Exceeded Distance:
98 km – 62.50 km = 35.5 km -
Distance Levy:
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First 25 km × $0.65 = $16.25
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Remaining 10.5 km × $0.75 = $7.88
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Total = $24.13 (inc. GST)
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✅ Summary
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Distance levies are automatically calculated based on the job's EWT and estimated distance
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You’ll be paid more when you travel further than the standard allowance
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You don’t need to manually apply for the levy — it’s built into the Run system
💬 Questions?
If you believe the distance estimate or EWT is incorrect, or your levy was not applied properly, please contact GoPeople Support at support@gopeople.com.au with your Job ID and details.