‘Drive Longer, Drive Safely Workshop’ - Helping Seniors Refresh Their Driving Skills

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The Mayor of the City of Canterbury, Cr Brian Robson, is encouraging seniors to freshen up their driving skills and knowledge of road safety at the Drive Longer, Drive Safely Workshop on Thursday 19th April.
"With so many people on the road these days it is important that seniors freshen up their driving skills and knowledge of road safety," Mayor Brian Robson said.
"We want local seniors to stay mobile for as long as possible and the easiest way for them to do so is to stay safe on the roads.
"By 2021 more than a quarter of our residents will be over the age of 55, and while age is not the sole indicator of driving ability, there is evidence that the skills needed for safe driving begin to deteriorate as we get older.
"There is also a risk that if an older driver is involved in a crash their injuries can be more severe due to their age.
"This Drive Longer, Drive Safely Workshop is designed to inform older drivers of the latest changes to the road rules, and improve their thinking, driving skills and knowledge of road and pedestrian safety.
"Older drivers' safety can be increased by adjusting the way they drive, and where and when they choose to drive.
"We also want older drivers to gain a better understanding of their future mobility needs because, once driving is no longer an option, we don't anyone feeling like they are stuck at home with no alternatives.
"These workshops are an important initiative in building and maintaining safety awareness among our older road users and help ensure they remain active and independent for as long as possible," the Mayor said.
The Drive Longer, Drive Safely Workshop is provided with the support of NRMA Insurance.
The Drive Longer, Drive Safely Workshop will be held Thursday 19th April at The Carrington Centre, 2 Carrington Square, Campsie. English presentation with Chinese translation will be from10 am - 12.30pm. English presentation with Arabic translation will be from1pm - 3.30pm. Places are strictly limited and bookings are essential. For more information or to book, contact Council's Road Safety Officer on 9789 9571.