In Queensland, the rules require you to obtain 100 hours in order to gain your provisional licence. There are always exceptions to rules, however, and this is no different. Read below to see if any of the exemptions apply to you. It might make your driving learning journey easier and quicker.
EXEMPTION ONE: You're above the age bracket
In Queensland, if you are above the age of 25, there are no requirements for you to obtain 100 hours. or log your driving hours The only requirement is that you have held your learners for at least 6 months.
EXEMPTION TWO: Hardship
No car:
If you don't have access to a car, it does make it very difficult to obtain your 100 hours. It's important to note that you have to actually not have a car if you have access to a car but it's not your preferred transmission that isn't going to cut it.
No supervisor:
A supervisor has to be someone who holds an open licence and has held it for at least one year and sits with you whilst you are practicing driving. This can be hard if you are living away from home for work or study or if your family doesn't drive. If this sounds like you, you might be eligible for an exemption.
You will need someone to give a supporting statement (immediate family member, carer, or guardian) to prove that this is true.
Limited access to a road network:
This will only apply to learners in remote areas, but if you can prove that you live in an area with a limited network, you'll be eligible for an exemption. This might be a small number of roads of the same kind, for example on an island. You will also need to prove that you are not able to relocate to gain your hours.
Applications for these exemptions can be found here.
EXEMPTION THREE: You have held an international licence
Living in Queensland with an international learner or open licence? Read this article to find out about converting your licence.
Conclusion
So there you have it, the exceptions to the logbook rules. It is still incredibly important regardless of how many hours you are required to gain your licence that you are confident and have had lots of driving experience in different situations. Professional driving lessons can help speed up this process, especially for those without access to vehicles or supervisors. If this is you, a lesson package is a great idea to build that confidence and competence quickly.
