Question 1

Do I need a Heavy Vehicle Learners Permit to drive a Truck?

Accepted Answer

No, you can do all of your training with Mareeba Truck School and even sit your practical test without having one. However, MTS recommends that you complete the theory test sometime during the training.

Question 2

How hard is the Heavy Vehicle Learners Permit? Can I practice the test beforehand?

Accepted Answer

The Heavy Vehicle Learners Permit consists of 10 basic multiple choice questions.
 
MTS recommends that you practice enough as to achieve 10 out of 10, 3 times in a row then you will be right to go in to your closest Department of Transport Customer Service Centre and sit the test. The test costs approximately $25.
 
To practice the test, click HERE.

Question 3

How long do I need to hold my Car Licence before I am eligible to get my Truck Licence?

Accepted Answer

As per the Department of Transport website, the minimum requirements before upgrading can be found in the table below:

Question 4

Can I do my Truck Licence whilst being on my P's?

Accepted Answer

Yes, on Green P's only. Please see the table below for further clarification.

Question 5

Can Mareeba Truck School book my test for me?

Accepted Answer

Yes! We can easily organise and book your test. Doing it this way ensures that the truck is definitely available for the test.

Question 6

Where do I attend the lessons?

Accepted Answer

You can meet Locky or Teeny at either the Mareeba Department of Transport, located at 147 Walsh Street Mareeba, the Atherton Department of Transport, located at 13 Atherton Herberton Road, Atherton. Or, if you'd like to arrange an alternate meeting point, please discuss this with us at the time of the booking!
 
Click HERE for directions to the Mareeba Department of Transport.
Click HERE for directions to the Atherton Department of Transport.

Question 7

How much is a Truck Licence?

Accepted Answer

All of our courses and prices are outlined on our Licences and Training page.

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