Chapter 1 - Licensing Information

Question 0

What are the conditions of a stage two probationary licence (Class 5)?

Answer 0

1. Held for a minimum of two years.
2. No more passengers than seat belts.
3. Licence suspended at 8 demerit points.
4. Zero alcohol level.
5. No upgrading to a commercial licence.
6. Cannot accompany a learner.

Question 1

What are the conditions of the learner’s licence (Class 7)?

Answer 1

1. Hold a Learner’s licence for one year
2. Be accompanied by a fully licenced driver who is at least 18 yrs. old and seated next to the learner.
3. No driving between midnight and 5 am.
4. No more passengers than seat belts.
5. Licence suspended at 8 demerit points.
6. Zero alcohol level.

Question 2

What is required to become a non-probationary (Class 5) fully licenced driver?

Answer 2

1. Retain suspension free for the last year.
2. Pass an advanced road test. (Note that blood alcohol level cannot be over 0.08/80 mg.%)

Question 3

Do parents or guardians have to give permission for a Class 7 or Class 5 licence if you are under 18?

Answer 3

Yes, and they can withdraw their consent at any time. Parental content is not required if you can prove you are married or self-supporting.