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Driver’s licence a ticket to independence for Stuart
12 Jul 2024
PCYC worked with Stuart to teach him literacy skills to assist his licensing journey. The team at PCYC which is a DAEP grant funded organisation, also provided lessons for Stuart, while the DoT team supported Stuart to complete the Hazard Perception Test.
Driver’s licence opens up more work opportunities for Latoya
12 Jul 2024
On a visit to Warakurna community, our Remote and Mobile Services team met Latoya who had made the journey over to Warakurna from another community in the hope of getting her driver’s licence.
Second try a charm for Nikita
12 Jul 2024
Nikita came to a DoT delivery day at Wadjak to try again to get her learner’s permit. Our Remote and Mobile Services officer Jorja helped Nikita sit the theory test orally instead of on a computer.
Samiir’s sights set on the mines
11 Jul 2024
Samiir, an 18-year-old from Somalia, moved to Kalgoorlie with his mum. With the help of the McGovern Foundation, a DAEP grant recipient, Samiir got his driver’s licence which is a big step in the right direction towards Samiir achieving his goals!
Opportunities on the horizon for Capri
11 Jul 2024
“I am so excited!” Capri is helped on her licensing journey by WA PCYC, a Driving Access and Equity Program grant funded organisation, who were impressed with Capri’s dedication, with Capri attending every driving lesson WA PCYC booked for her.
Determination and family drives Preeven to success
11 Jul 2024
Preveen’s older sister has always driven the family of four girls around. Preveen was very keen to get her licence to be able to take care of her new baby and help out with the rest of the family.
Sister act - Ciara and Preveen both get their driver’s licence
11 Jul 2024
Sisters, Ciara and Preveen both got their driver’s licence with the help of MEEDAC, a Driving Access and Equity Program grant recipient. Allowing them to help their siblings and family, while supporting their employment opportunities.
Clifton on the road to licensing success
11 Jul 2024
Clifton is a step closer to getting his licence after attending a Department of Justice Open Day in Cue, assisting Clifton in sourcing POI documents and preparing for his learner’s permit test.
Support and determination pay off - Damon's journey
11 Jul 2024
Damon’s employer was keen for him to get his licence and were proactive in supporting him to have lessons with the McGovern Foundation, supported by DAEP. After initial set backs, Damon's hardwork paid off with the help of his mentor and his employer.
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