If you belong to a seniors club or organisation within the metropolitan area, Community Ed can visit your group and give you the opportunity to learn more about issues in your community that affect you. Alternatively, your group can book a presentation that can be held at our Head Office in West Perth. All of our presentations run for at least 45 minutes.
If you would like further information regarding the services we offer, please contact the Community Ed office on 9436 4471, email communityeducation@rac.com.au.
RAC - Then and Now
In 1905, RAC - or Automobile Club of Western Australia as it was then known - was formed by a small group of enthusiastic car owners. They established the club partly for social purposes and to overcome the hostility of a community that was still dependent upon horses for road transport. Learn about how it all began, what has happened since, and what the future might hold for WA’s premier membership organisation.
LiveSafe Safety for Seniors
This invaluable program explains how to minimise the risk of you becoming a victim of crime at home or in your vehicle.
- Gain invaluable advice to help you live independently and with confidence.
- Simple ways to minimise the risks.
- Security tips and recommendations for the home.
- Safety advice for when you're out and about.
Scooters 4 Seniors
A one hour presentation that provides information on scooters as an to aid mobility.
- Learn about different types of scooters.
- How to transport, register, licence and insure your scooter.
- Road rules and safety advice for scooter users.
Surviving Our Roads
This invaluable presentation provides information that will help you to keep safe on the road, as both a driver and a pedestrian.
- Discover the latest road safety information.
- Learn how to choose the safest car.
- Learn survival tips for driving on today’s roads.
Your Driving Future
Things have changed since you got your licence; there are new rules, faster cars and more drivers. This presentation will help you to brush up on your road knowledge and prepare for your driving future.
- Keep up-to-date with changes in road rules and regulations.
- Learn how to assess your own driving ability.
- Get tips and advice for the Seniors Driving Assessment.
Seniors Driving Assessment
Western Australian Road Traffic regulations require the following of seniors who want to drive:
- 75 years - medical and eye test.
- 78 years - medical and eye test.
- 80 years - medical and eye test.
- 85years or over - medical, eye test and Seniors Driving Assessment.
If you are between the ages of 75 to 84 you will receive a letter from the Department for Planning and 
Infrastructure - Licensing Services 10 weeks before your licence expires.
- Take this letter to your doctor and get an eye test and a medical as soon as possible.
- Upon completion of your medical and eye tests, send the results to the Licensing Services.
- Licensing Services will update their system and review your licence.
If you are 85 years or older you will receive a letter from Licensing Services 10 weeks before your licence expires.
- Take this letter to your doctor and get a medical and an eye test.
- Then send the medical form to Licensing Services and they'll notify you so that you can book your Seniors Driving Assessment.
During the Assessment
- You will drive your own car during your assessment.
- The assessor may check your car and refuse to take you if your car is not roadworthy.
- The assessment will take 20-40 minutes.
- You are assessed on your ability to drive, react to traffic situations and obey the road rules.
- The assessor will let you concentrate on driving and only talk to give directions.
- Do not anticipate directions and if you are not sure ask them to be repeated.
- If you make a mistake, don't panic. Just correct it and carry on.
- You should have a practice drive to become familiar with the licensing area before assessment day.
- Try to arrive at the licensing centre 10-15 minutes before your appointment.
After the Assessment
- You will be advised whether you have passed or failed and the assessor may provide feedback on your driving.
- When you have passed, pay for your licence while at the centre.
- If you are unsure what to do, ask the assessor.
Failing the Assessment
If you fail your assessment, in most cases you will be able to book another assessment at a later date.
- If your licence expires before your second assessment, you will need to get a 'Learner Permit' to drive and must be accompanied by a licensed driver at all times.
Common Problems
The 5 most common problems for all drivers are:
- Incorrect use and indication at roundabouts.
- Incorrect speed, especially in residential and school zones.
- Cutting corners when turning.
- Not checking your blind spot before merging or changing lanes.
- Not coming to a complete stop at stop signs.
Help
RAC
keys2drive can help you with a Senior Driver Refresher Session prior to your assessment. We'll check your driving skills and discuss changes to the road rules.
Assessment Tips
- When you receive your letter you should contact your doctor as soon as possible.
- When advised you must book your practical test straight away.
- The licensing centre could be busy and you may have to wait several weeks for an appointment.
- If you wait too long your licence may expire and you cannot drive with an expired licence.
- Make sure your vehicle is roadworthy.
- Relax and concentrate on your driving, listen to the assessor.
- You can sit your assessment more than once.
Free Road Safety Workshops for senior drivers
If you have a group of 10 people or more and would like to arrange a free RAC road safety workshop contact Community Ed on 9436 4471 or complete the
Community Ed booking form.