Staying Safe: Refresher Course for Older Drivers (Auckland)

Current Courses

About the refresher course

Driving helps many older people stay independent, connected, and active in their communities.

Age Concern Auckland offers Staying Safe: Refresher Courses for Older Drivers to help you feel confident and up to date on today’s road rules.

With support from NZ Transport Agency Waka Kotahi, these free classroom-based courses are designed especially for older drivers.

What you’ll learn

Our courses cover practical, real-world driving situations, including:

• Roundabout signalling
• The “Top of the T” rule
• Blind spots and hazard awareness
• Sharing the road with cyclists and other road users

You’ll also receive helpful information about driver licence renewal from age 75.

Courses are delivered in a relaxed, friendly environment with other older drivers.

Who it’s for

This course may be helpful if you:

• Want to refresh your knowledge of road rules
• Feel less confident driving than you used to
• Are preparing for licence renewal
• Haven’t driven in a while

Course availability in Auckland

Staying Safe courses are run periodically across Auckland.

To find out about upcoming courses or to register your interest:

📞 (09) 820 0184
📧 ageconcern@ageconak.org.nz

When courses are scheduled, we may also share flyers with specific dates and booking details.

Check your driving skills online

You can complete a free self-assessment through NZTA to reflect on your driving:

👉 https://drive.govt.nz/

This is a government website and the assessment is for your own information only.

Licence renewal from age 75

From age 75, you’ll need to renew your driver licence more often and complete a medical check with your doctor.

If you’re unsure about the process, Age Concern Auckland can help you understand what’s involved.

Looking for upcoming course dates? View our current events.

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