The HWLLEN is supported by the Victorian Government
THE TAC L2P PROGRAM
The TAC L2P Program assists young Victorian learner drivers aged 16 to 21 who don't have access to a supervising driver or vehicle, gain the 120 hours driving experience required to apply for a probationary licence.
The TAC L2P Program is funded by the Transport Accident Commission (TAC) and Department of Transport and Planning (DTP), and coordinated by Hume Whittlesea Local Learning & Employment Network (HWLLEN).
How Does it Work?
The TAC L2P Program matches learners from 16 to 21 years old with a fully licensed volunteer driver and program vehicle to help them gain driving experience required for a probationary licence.
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Before being matched with a volunteer mentor, learners participating in the program have access to up to seven free driving lessons throughout the program with a professional instructor. This helps learners build their skills before getting on the road with a volunteer mentor and continue progressing through the stage of learning.
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The Program has been helping young people become safe and confident drivers for over 10 years.
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It also provides an opportunity for young people to interact with positive adult role models, gain confidence and move towards social independence.
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Getting a driver's licence provides independence, opens the doors to new opportunities, such as employment and education.​
Learner Drivers
Who is eligible for the TAC L2P Program?
Learner drivers need to meet the following criteria to join the TAC L2P program:
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be between 16 and 21 years old
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hold a current learner permit
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have no access to a vehicle or a supervising driver*
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live Hume local government area
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are an Australian citizenship or Permanent Resident (including new arrivals and/or refugees).
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* Applications outside of the standard criteria may also be considered, on a case by case basis, please contact your TAC L2P Coordinator for further information.
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Application Process for learners
If you meet the criteria, please apply online through your myVicRoads account. For more information, click here
Volunteer Mentor Drivers
Becoming a TAC L2P Mentor
The TAC L2P Program doesn’t just benefit learner drivers. The program gives our volunteer mentors an opportunity to connect with their community and directly help a young person.
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We have a full training program for mentors 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.
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Mentors can have a vital role in empowering and enhancing a young person's confidence, by teaching them to drive safely and reduce crashes, injuries, and fatalities among young drivers.
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Sharing your knowledge can be a rewarding experience that offers a sense of accomplishment and satisfaction.
Mentors need to meet the following criteria to join the Hume TAC L2P program:
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be over 21 years of age
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hold a current full Victorian driver licence
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have a satisfactory driver licence history
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be medically fit to drive (we may discuss this further through the application process
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undertake a screening process by Hume TAC L2P Coordinator
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can commit approximately 1-2 hours per week.
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Support young people in your community to become safe drivers. Road safety is a shared responsibility of everyone. To find out more or make an enquiry, click here
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Application process for volunteer mentors
If you meet the volunteer mentor criteria, please apply online through your myVicRoads account. For more information, click here
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CONTACT US
Contact Hume TAC L2P Coordinator:
Email: L2P@hwllen.com.au
Office: 0435 653 371
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Address: 46-48 Katrina Drive
Gladstone Park VIC 3043
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Current Mentor Booking System:
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