the driver's handbook

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The Driver’s Handbook
Obtaining your learner’s permit
To obtain a full driver’s licence you must progress through the stages
of the Graduated Licensing Scheme. You start the process by
obtaining a learner’s permit. You must be 16 years or older before you
can apply for a learner’s permit.
The Theory Test
To obtain a learner’s permit, you must provide full evidence of identity
and pass the theory test. A fee is payable for each attempt. If you
allow your learner’s permit to expire, you will be required to sit the
theory test again before the permit can be re-issued.
The theory test can be taken at any Customer Service Centre, listed
on the back cover of this booklet, or remote country police stations.
The theory test is based on the road safety and road rule information
provided in this handbook.
Theory tests can be conducted in languages other than English.
Wherever possible, an interpreter is provided free of charge to
applicants taking the test in a language other than English for their
first attempt (You are required to pay for an interpreter on subsequent
attempts).
Proof of age, address and identification documents must be
presented at the time of sitting the theory test.
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Proof of age
You must verify your date of birth to the licence examiner by
producing specific documents.
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