This free online workshop from Northern Beaches Council is designed for parents and caregivers who supervise learner drivers. It offers practical, easy-to-follow guidance to help your teenager build safe driving habits and complete their learner log book with confidence. The session is friendly, jargon-free and aimed at busy families looking for clear road safety advice.
What to Expect
Expect a concise, practical webinar focused on everyday road safety and supervising learner drivers; the content is ideal for parents of school-aged children who are approaching driving practice. The tone is supportive and pragmatic, with tips you can use on your next drive together.
You will be guided through core topics including:
- Changes to the Learner Driver Licensing Scheme
- Approved log book apps and how to record driving hours
- Supervision techniques and safe on-road driving practice
The workshop will also cover licence conditions for learners and provisional licence holders and explain the safety benefits of supervised driving. These are high-value road safety and learner driver keywords that parents often search for, so you’ll leave with actionable steps to support your child.
Activity Details
This is an online webinar running for approximately 75 minutes, suitable for parents, guardians and supervising drivers; learner drivers are also welcome to attend alongside their supervisors. The session includes a short presentation followed by time for questions so families can clarify real-world scenarios.
The presenter will demonstrate how to complete the learner driver log book and recommend approved log book apps recognised by Transport for NSW. There will be practical examples to help you feel confident tracking hours and progress.
Plan to join from a quiet spot with your questions ready; the workshop is aimed at making supervising learner drivers less stressful and more effective for families. Road safety and supervising tips will be framed in a way that fits into a busy family schedule.
Location and Access
This event is delivered online as a webinar hosted by Northern Beaches Council, so you can attend from home or wherever suits your family. After booking, clear instructions on how to join the webinar will be emailed to you, including any access codes or links.
The webinar platform is accessible from most browsers and mobile devices; if you need assistance accessing the session, contact the Road Safety Team in advance. Note any accessibility requirements when you book so organisers can support you on the day.
If you prefer telephone help, the Council provides contact details for the Road Safety Team; keep your booking confirmation email handy when you call. Online delivery makes it easy for working parents to tune in after school or work and still get practical, road safety guidance.
Important Information
Bookings are essential and places are limited, so reserve early to secure your spot. The session is free but requires registration, and joining instructions will be sent to the email address you provide at booking.
Learner drivers are invited to attend with their supervising adults, which can help reinforce learning and reduce confusion about log book requirements. The workshop covers the latest licensing scheme changes and log book apps approved by Transport for NSW.
For further help, contact the Northern Beaches Council Road Safety Team by phone; they can answer questions about content, accessibility and follow-up resources. This workshop focuses on practical road safety, supervising learner drivers and log book compliance to keep young drivers safe.
Booking and Prices
Price: Free. There is no cost to attend this online workshop, making it an affordable way for families to learn essential road safety and supervision skills. Bookings are required to receive the webinar link and materials.
Register through the Northern Beaches Council events page; confirmation and detailed joining instructions will be emailed to you upon booking. If you do not receive the email, check your junk folder or contact the Road Safety Team for assistance.
The workshop is best suited to supervising adults and learner drivers who are working toward their licence; it’s a practical, time-efficient way to get the knowledge you need to support your child’s safe driving journey.