News Release
Friday 14 June 2013

Rotorua council’s new ‘Driver Directions’ course for young drivers

ROTORUA 14.06.13: Young drivers seeking valuable driving skills and practice on a safe off-road environment are being offered an opportunity on Rotorua District Council’s (RDC) new Driver Directions course in July.

The council is now taking registrations for the free course which is on Tuesday 16 July at Taupo Motorsport Park, and is supported by Rotorua Police, Rotary, NZ Fire Service and St John.

Driver Directions involves qualified driving instructors and police taking young participants through practical driving skills, accompanied by parents or caregivers.

RDC Road Safety Coordinator Jodie Lawson says Driver Directions is a valuable opportunity for teenagers on learners’ and restricted licences to practice their driving skills in a safe off-road environment.

“We and our project partners now also offer a driving simulator, tyre specialists and advisors, increased expertise on and off-road, and more one-on-one training.

Spaces are limited on the free Driver Directions course so those wanting to participate should register on-line on the council website rdc.govt.nz or by calling Rotorua District Council on 07 348 4199 as soon as possible.

Drivers must have a learner or restricted licence, their own car, and have a parent or guardian with them at all times when they take the course.

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