Learner drivers
For information on getting your license and practicing your test visit the RTA website.
GEARED helps young drivers get their license, teaches about cars and driving skills and tips.
The 2012 Central Coast Rotary Youth Driver Awareness (RYDA) program is supported by Wyong Shire Council and commences on 5 March. For more information contact RYDA.
Workshops for Parents
Graduated Licensing Scheme
Wyong and Gosford councils’ hold four workshops each year for parents and supervisors of learner drivers.
The Graduated Licensing Scheme (GLS) workshop, ‘Helping Learner Drivers Become Safer Drivers’, is based on the NSW licensing scheme. This requires learner drivers to have at least 120 hours of supervised practice in a wide variety of situations, including a minimum of 20 hours night time driving.
The workshop covers:
- planning the supervision of learner drivers
- information about the changes to L and P plate requirements and restrictions
- tips for completing the Log Book for learners and the benefits of driving practice
- providing constructive feedback
- tips for dealing with the emotional side of teaching and learning to drive
Feedback from parents and supervisors who have attended the course has generally been positive.
Workshop Dates
There will be workshops scheduled in March, April, May and June 2012 in Gosford and Wyong local government areas. Workshops are advertised in the local newspaper. Bookings are essential.
The next workshop will be held on:
| Date: |
Monday 4 June 2012 |
| Time: |
6.30pm to 8.30pm |
| Venue: |
Tuggerah Library, Westfield Shopping Centre Tuggerah |
| Bookings: |
Kate Keogh on 4350 5232 |
Contact Council’s Road Safety Officer on (02) 4350 5232 for additional information.