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Wet Weather Driving

Driving is an essential part of modern life – we all need to get to work and the shops, not to mention enjoy the freedom of visiting friends and family and going on recreational trips. But driving is not without its hazards. Wet Weather When it is raining, there are a number of things you […]

How to be a Good Driver

Let’s get one thing straight from the start – good driving is safe driving. We can’t stress that enough. Safe Driving A lot of people pride themselves on how skilled they are at driving, and a lot of these people are in fact dangerous drivers. It doesn’t mean anything if you know how to race […]

Who is Brisbane’s Best Driving School?

There are a lot of driving schools in Brisbane, and it can be hard to choose which one. Here at Great Western Driving School, we are confident we are the best. Why is GWDS the Best? Great Western has the edge over the competition in a lot of ways. Some of the other schools around […]

Country and City Driving

Driving in the country compared to in the CBD can be like chalk and cheese. If you learn to drive in the country or the outer suburbs, going for a drive in the CBD can be quite a shock. The Differences The main difference between country and city driving is the amount of cars you […]

Driving Advice for Beginners

If you’re learning to drive, it can be quite daunting. Being in charge of a vehicle involves a lot of responsibility, as you know there is a lot of danger involved. Here at Great Western Driving School, we’ve put together a guide for those of you just beginning the learning process of driving. Be Aware, […]

Common Driving Mistakes

If you’re learning to drive, there are some common mistakes that drivers make that you should be aware of so you don’t develop bad habits. Also, knowing these mistakes will make you more wary of bad drivers in certain situations. Indicating Some drivers don’t indicate for long enough or at all. You are supposed to […]

Speeding Fines in QLD

In Queensland, there are high number of traffic cameras everywhere and you might get pulled over by police officers.  It is always right to keep your speed moderated. Because as we all knows, if you speed that means you will react to the situation slowly and the damage will more than what it needs to […]

Ask Scott for Driving Tips

Our experienced Driving Instructor Scott would like to share some tips on the road. If you have further questions why not ask him by email greatwesterndrivingschool@outlook.com or call on 0412 913 775. Also we update our facebook page for more information.     Safe Distance  The distance between your car and the vehicle in front of you is […]