Ballina Shire Council will be running free workshops on Tuesday 10 November 2026 for older drivers planning to retire from driving.
"Changes in health and lifestyles can have impacts on safety when you're out and about. Whether you drive, ride, walk, catch public or community transport, or use a mobility scooter, these workshops can help you keep moving safely," said Ms Helen Carpenter, Road Safety Officer (Ballina Shire Council/ Transport for NSW).
The 'Over 65' workshops will provide information and tips to improve your safety when you're out and about on or near roads in Ballina Shire. Presentations will include:
- Safety on the road over 65
- Bus service information
- Community transport information
- Licencing for people 75 and 85 years old
The workshops will also provide information about commonly misunderstood road rules.
The workshops will be held on Tuesday 10 November –Gawandii and Jullum Rooms, Lighthouse Beach Ballina Surf Club
- Option 1: 9am to 12.15pm- morning presentation (9am-10am) and 10:15am Workshop
- Option 2: 10.15 am to 2pm - 10:15am Workshop and afternoon presentation (1pm- 2pm)
The Presentation (Session 1: 9am-10am and repeated in Session 2 1pm-2pm) involves a Presentation of Transport for NSW information and advice for planning transport for older drivers.
The Workshop (10.15am-12.15pm) will involve presentations from Community Transport, local bus services, Service NSW, and Transport for NSW Live Traffic NSW App. Police will be available to answer questions.
If you are interested in attending, please register for either Option 1 or Option 2 here: https://collections.humanitix.com/65-on-the-road-workshops
For more information contact Helen Carpenter, Road Safety Officer, by telephone on 1300 864 444 or email [email protected]
These workshops are supported by Transport for NSW and Ballina Shire Council.
