This is a community-based program developed to assist young Victorian learner drivers who do not have access to a supervising driver, or an appropriate vehicle, gain driving experience required for a probationary license.
Young people between the ages of 16 and 21 years (and in some circumstances up to 23 years) may be eligible.
The TAC L2P Program is funded by the TAC, administered by the Department of Transport and coordinated by the City of Greater Geelong.
How does it work?
Our Program matches eligible learners with a vehicle and fully licensed volunteer mentor driver to help learners gain driving experience.
Before being matched with a volunteer mentor and throughout the course of their L2P driving journey, participating learners have access to several free driving lessons with a professional driving instructor. This helps learners build their skills through the four stages of the Graduated Licensing System before getting on the road with a volunteer mentor.
Stage 1 – Basic car control
Stage 2 – Quiet streets
Stage 3 – Complex traffic
Stage 4 – Rehearsing solo
With a specific focus on reducing Victoria’s road toll, the TAC L2P program focuses on helping young people become safe, confident drivers.
Additionally, it also provides an opportunity to interact with positive adult role models, gain confidence and move towards social independence. Volunteer mentors also have opportunities to connect with other mentors within their geographical region.
Who is eligible for the TAC L2P program?
To be considered for a learner position within our TAC L2P Program, Learners need to meet the following criteria:(1)
- be between 16 and 23 years old (please note applicants between 21-23 are only considered under special circumstances)(2)
- hold a current Victorian learner’s permit
- not have access to a supervising driver and/or an appropriate vehicle(3)
- live in City of Greater Geelong, Golden Plains Shire or Surfcoast Shire
(1) If you’re accepted into the TAC L2P Program as a learner, The City of Greater Geelong will be responsible for your participation and ongoing advice.
(2) In some circumstances, we will consider applications up to 23 years of age, or outside our Local Government Area. Please contact us for further information.
(3) There are several factors that determine if a vehicle or supervising driver is appropriate. If you’re unsure, you can contact us on the number below.
Becoming a L2P Mentor
The TAC L2P Program doesn’t just benefit learner drivers. In joining the TAC L2P Program, volunteer mentors work with and are responsible to the City of Greater Geelong who will work with you and provide opportunities to directly help a young learner driver and connect with the community.
We have a full training program to ensure you’re well prepared to mentor a learner driver and understand your role as a supervising driver. Learners participating in the program also have access to free driving lessons with a professional instructor to build their skills before getting on the road with a volunteer mentor.
Volunteer mentors need to meet the following criteria to be considered for the TAC L2P program:
- be over 21 years of age
- hold a current full Australian driver's licence
- have a satisfactory driver license history report
- be medically fit to drive (we may discuss this further through the application process)
- not be currently working as a professional driving instructor
- can commit approximately 1 hour per week Additionally, as part of the application process, you will be asked to provide(4):
(4) Our Program can help with these if required.
Application process
To be considered for the TAC L2P program, learners and volunteer mentors must complete an application form and undergo an assessment.
The easiest way to apply is through the L2P Page on the Transport Victoria website.
Once the application form is received, we will be in contact to go through next steps.
Need to know more...
If you are interested in being a mentor please call the L2P Project Officer at the City of Greater Geelong on 03 5272 5272 or email [email protected]
