YOUNG drivers from across the Central West are learning key road safety messages through practical workshops, thanks to a specialised program run through Rotary.
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Over 800 students from Bathurst, Blayney, Lithgow and Portland are undertaking the Rotary Youth Driver Awareness (RYDA) over the next few days.
The specialised course is designed to increase road safety awareness amongst 16 to 18 years olds. Throughout the interactive one-day experience, young drivers experience braking at varying speeds, get expert tips from road safety professionals and learn how to protect themselves and their friends.
Chris Bennett, from Bathurst Rotary, said students cover three different courses in the day-long program; including driver awareness, speed and stopping and mind matters.
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They also watch a video, "Genevieve's Story" which features the parents of a young driver killed in a car crash, speaking of their loss.
Mr Bennett said the students had been incredibly engaged and learned from the day.
"They've been really reactive, which was great."
Year 11 student, Madison Ford, from Scots All Saints, said the day was very helpful.
"I have my Learner's Licence, and it's been really beneficial for me, especially the peripheral vision part" she said.
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