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Lead Balloon
The definition of "passenger transport operation" I've quoted above is in the Dictionary in the CASRs.
If an operation falls within the definition of "passenger transport operation", it falls within the scope of Part 121 or Part 135. PPL PIC verboten.
If an operation does not fall within the definition of "passenger transport operation", the answer to the question whether a PPL can be PIC depends...
Good luck.
Edit think I found the answer.
Per CASR Dictionary Part 1.
A cost-sharing flight can only be definitionally conducted in an airplane with 6pob or less on board,
Hence, If i rent a C172 plane from a commercial flight school and pay for at least my share, that is allowed.