New wheels for learner fleet

LEARNER drivers within the Ballarat Foundation-run L2P mentor program will be able to strengthen their on-road skills in a brand-new car.

Community Bank Buninyong has funded the purchase of the vehicle to boost the fleet which is supporting 113 young learner drivers.

One of the Bank’s directors Debbie Rybicki said the process of gaining a drivers’ licence is a rite of passage for regional young people, and it means they can easily seek, gain and attend employment, travel to education and training, and meet up with family and friends.

“Community Bank Buninyong are thrilled to support the L2P Program to allow even more young people to gain independence to travel to their work or training,” she said.

The Foundation’s CEO Andrew Eales said Community Bank Buninyong have been generous in helping learner drivers get around, and gain confidence, and the new car will mean more people can access the program.

“They have provided a safe, new vehicle enabling more learners to access the TAC L2P program and set them on the right path towards independence in early adulthood,” he said.

“It’s a great example of community partnerships working together for the good of the community.”

The L2P program aims to support local young people in achieving 120 hours of supervised driving practice before their test, where otherwise they may not have had access to a supervising driver or appropriate car.