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Hervey Bay - Ready for the road: Guiding your learner from L to P
Hervey Bay R.S.L (The Board Room)
Pialba QLD, Australia · Accessibility info
Description
Join us for a free workshop tailored for supervisors like you who are dedicated to helping learners become confident and skilled drivers.
Hosted by the Road Safety team from the Department of Transport and Main Roads, this workshop promises to arm you with the knowledge and confidence needed to foster a culture of safety behind the wheel, creating a lasting impact on your learners' journey towards responsible driving.
The workshop includes:
Information about key risks facing learner drivers
Practical advice for supervisors to help develop lifelong safe driving habits
An overview of the practical driving test
Tips to avoid common mistakes
What to expect on the day
Opportunity to ask questions and speak with our road safety experts.
Learner drivers are welcome to attend with supervisors.
Elevate your role as a driving supervisor and pave the way for a safer, more confident driving experience for your learner.
FAQs
- What is the Ready for the Road workshop?
Ready for the Road is a free workshop designed to help supervisors support learner drivers. It builds confidence, explains what’s required at each stage, and shares practical tips to help learners become safe drivers.
- Who should attend?
This workshop is for anyone supervising a learner driver — parents, carers, family members or friends. Learner drivers are also welcome to attend with their supervisor.
- What will I learn?
You’ll learn:
What supervisors need to know (rules, responsibilities and expectations)
How to safely guide a learner through different driving stages
Practical tips to build skills, confidence and good driving habits
Common challenges — and how to handle them
- Do I need any experience or knowledge before attending?
No. The workshop is designed for all experience levels — whether you’re just starting out or already supervising.
- Is the workshop free?
Yes — the workshop is fully funded and free to attend.
- Where is the workshop held?
The location is listed in the event details. Some sessions may also be offered online from early 2027.
- Why should I attend?
Supervisors play a critical role in shaping safe drivers. This workshop gives you the tools, confidence and support to do it well.
Testimonials
"It was what I was looking for in getting real-world experience!"
"Great interaction between presenters and also between presenters and the audience."
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