learning to drive
Jan 12th 2005, 7:23 am
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learning to drive
hiya guys, i was just wondering about learner drivers in oz.My daughter is coming up for 17 and i was just wondering what the age is for driveing in oz,and do they learn to drive in school like they do in canada,if not what prices are the average for driving lessons,any help i would be grateful.
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Jan 12th 2005, 9:14 am
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Re: learning to drive
Originally Posted by scissors
hiya guys, i was just wondering about learner drivers in oz.My daughter is coming up for 17 and i was just wondering what the age is for driveing in oz,and do they learn to drive in school like they do in canada,if not what prices are the average for driving lessons,any help i would be grateful.
Originally Posted by scissors
tracey.
Tracey
I found this - hope its useful....?
We are looking into the same thing for Queensland for Steve as he wants to learn how to drive when we get there...
http://www.news.com.au/common/story_page/0,4057,11598252%255E1702,00.html
Queensland begins L-plate trial
http://www.transport.qld.gov.au/qt/driver.nsf/0f122c06d5c309324a2565ca00059c43/5052d25a2bb421a94a256723000b4e1b?OpenDocument
Queensland Government Transport Dept
Jan 12th 2005, 9:15 am
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Re: learning to drive
Hi Tracey!
I just got my drivers licence here in Perth (no laughing that I waited til I was almost 30!) It is different than Canada and here's how;
1) You must be 17 to take the practical test.
2) You CAN get a learners permit at 16 in order to practice for your 17th birthday. You do this by passing the theory.
3) You can be taught by a parent, friend etc... as long as they have 2 years experience on a FULL licence. (Meaning not right after you get your P's off.)
4)Upon passing the practical, you still can't drive alone. You need to log a minimum of 25 hours of driving with an experienced driver in varied weather/traffic conditions.
5) Once the log book is done (and signed by a JP) you do a hazzard test (computer thingy that tests your reaction to different situations). When that is passed you get your P licence.
6) P's must be displayed on your car while driving for 2 years indicating that you are an inexperienced driver. Certain limitations apply as well.... lower alcohol limit for one. .02 is an offence for P platers.
Check out the website for The Department for Planning and Infrastructure for more specifics.
Tell your daughter good luck!
Siren
I just got my drivers licence here in Perth (no laughing that I waited til I was almost 30!) It is different than Canada and here's how;
1) You must be 17 to take the practical test.
2) You CAN get a learners permit at 16 in order to practice for your 17th birthday. You do this by passing the theory.
3) You can be taught by a parent, friend etc... as long as they have 2 years experience on a FULL licence. (Meaning not right after you get your P's off.)
4)Upon passing the practical, you still can't drive alone. You need to log a minimum of 25 hours of driving with an experienced driver in varied weather/traffic conditions.
5) Once the log book is done (and signed by a JP) you do a hazzard test (computer thingy that tests your reaction to different situations). When that is passed you get your P licence.
6) P's must be displayed on your car while driving for 2 years indicating that you are an inexperienced driver. Certain limitations apply as well.... lower alcohol limit for one. .02 is an offence for P platers.
Check out the website for The Department for Planning and Infrastructure for more specifics.
Tell your daughter good luck!
Siren
Jan 12th 2005, 9:31 am
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Re: learning to drive
thanks claire,i ll have to see if i can check out these sites later i cant seem toclick onto, them my computer is playing up a bit,hows work today. 
tracey.
Tracey
I found this - hope its useful....?
We are looking into the same thing for Queensland for Steve as he wants to learn how to drive when we get there...
http://www.news.com.au/common/story_page/0,4057,11598252%255E1702,00.html
Queensland begins L-plate trial
http://www.transport.qld.gov.au/qt/driver.nsf/0f122c06d5c309324a2565ca00059c43/5052d25a2bb421a94a256723000b4e1b?OpenDocument
Queensland Government Transport Dept
tracey.
Originally Posted by Jonahs_mummy
Tracey
I found this - hope its useful....?
We are looking into the same thing for Queensland for Steve as he wants to learn how to drive when we get there...
http://www.news.com.au/common/story_page/0,4057,11598252%255E1702,00.html
Queensland begins L-plate trial
http://www.transport.qld.gov.au/qt/driver.nsf/0f122c06d5c309324a2565ca00059c43/5052d25a2bb421a94a256723000b4e1b?OpenDocument
Queensland Government Transport Dept
Jan 12th 2005, 9:32 am
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Re: learning to drive
Originally Posted by scissors
thanks claire,i ll have to see if i can check out these sites later i cant seem toclick onto, them my computer is playing up a bit,hows work today.
tracey.
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Jan 12th 2005, 9:33 am
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Re: learning to drive
thanks hunny, thats very helpful, its quite different from in england isnt it?good idea about the p plates though.
tracey.
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Originally Posted by Siren
Hi Tracey!
I just got my drivers licence here in Perth (no laughing that I waited til I was almost 30!) It is different than Canada and here's how;
1) You must be 17 to take the practical test.
2) You CAN get a learners permit at 16 in order to practice for your 17th birthday. You do this by passing the theory.
3) You can be taught by a parent, friend etc... as long as they have 2 years experience on a FULL licence. (Meaning not right after you get your P's off.)
4)Upon passing the practical, you still can't drive alone. You need to log a minimum of 25 hours of driving with an experienced driver in varied weather/traffic conditions.
5) Once the log book is done (and signed by a JP) you do a hazzard test (computer thingy that tests your reaction to different situations). When that is passed you get your P licence.
6) P's must be displayed on your car while driving for 2 years indicating that you are an inexperienced driver. Certain limitations apply as well.... lower alcohol limit for one. .02 is an offence for P platers.
Check out the website for The Department for Planning and Infrastructure for more specifics.
Tell your daughter good luck!
Siren
I just got my drivers licence here in Perth (no laughing that I waited til I was almost 30!) It is different than Canada and here's how;
1) You must be 17 to take the practical test.
2) You CAN get a learners permit at 16 in order to practice for your 17th birthday. You do this by passing the theory.
3) You can be taught by a parent, friend etc... as long as they have 2 years experience on a FULL licence. (Meaning not right after you get your P's off.)
4)Upon passing the practical, you still can't drive alone. You need to log a minimum of 25 hours of driving with an experienced driver in varied weather/traffic conditions.
5) Once the log book is done (and signed by a JP) you do a hazzard test (computer thingy that tests your reaction to different situations). When that is passed you get your P licence.
6) P's must be displayed on your car while driving for 2 years indicating that you are an inexperienced driver. Certain limitations apply as well.... lower alcohol limit for one. .02 is an offence for P platers.
Check out the website for The Department for Planning and Infrastructure for more specifics.
Tell your daughter good luck!
Siren
