Wednesday,
22 January 2025
Call for driving age drop due to poor rural transport options

THERE have been renewed calls for Victoria’s probationary driving age to be reduced to 17, bringing it in line with other states and reduce disadvantage for young people in rural areas.

Victoria is the only state or territory in Australia that still requires P-plate drivers to be aged 18 or over.

Northern Victoria MP Gaelle Broad said the move would be a game-changer for many rural and regional fa...

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