Senior Drivers

For car drivers, annual medical reviews are required from 75 years of age and practical driving tests from the age of 85 years will now be conducted every 2 years (eg. 85, 87, 89) instead of every year. This is to ensure that older drivers are physically and mentally fit and are able to continue driving competently and safely.

A Guide for Older Drivers  is a useful education resource for drivers in this age group. The Guide contains a self-assessment quiz and advice about the Aged Driving Test. The Guide is available from your local RTA Motor Registry. To find your nearest Motor Registry please visit  http://www.rta.nsw.gov.au/cgi-bin/index.cgi?action=motorregistries.form.

The Guide can also be downloaded from the RTA website http://www.rta.nsw.gov.au/licensing/downloads/olderdriverguide_dl1.html

Safer Senior Drivers Workshop

Council offers a FREE Workshop to all senior drivers on the Central Coast. It is a proactive approach to road safety and driving longevity for seniors. The 2 hour workshop focuses on:

• Age-specific factors affecting driving ability
• Personalised advice on road rules
• Safe driving tips
• Vehicle safety
• Pedestrian safety
• Physical fitness
• Driving and mobility alternatives

The informative and informal presentation features up-to-date statistics and video footage delivered by trained NRMA presenters from within the peer group. It provides a viable platform for driver behaviour change, increases the longevity of driving and encourage a stress free Aged Driving Test.

For more information or to book into our next Workshop please contact Council's Road Safety Officer on 4325 8808.

Motorised Scooter Workshop

Council offers a FREE Workshop to all Motorised Scooter users on the Central Coast. The Workshop covers topics including:

• Your rights
• Your responsibilities
• Pedestrian nature of Motorised Scooter users
• Safety tips and devices

For more information or to book into our next Workshop please contact Council's Road Safety Officer on 4325 8808.