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Guides, state requirements, and honest comparisons.
Guides
The 120-Hour Logbook: Everything You Need to Know
Most Australian states want 120 hours of supervised driving before you can get your Ps. Here's what counts, what doesn't, and how to actually finish.
GuideHow to Export and Submit Your Driving Logbook
Your hours are done. Now you need to present your logbook at the licensing centre. Here's how submission works in every Australian state.
GuideFree Printable Driving Logbook (Australia)
Need a paper logbook for your learner hours? Here's where to get the official one for your state, plus why most families end up switching to an app.
GuideGraduated Licensing Explained: L Plates to Full Licence in Australia
How the graduated licensing system works in Australia. L plates, P1, P2, full licence — what each stage means and how long it takes.
GuideHow to Log Your Learner Driving Hours in Australia
A practical guide to tracking your supervised driving hours. What to record, how to record it, and how to stay sane across 120 hours.
GuideHow to Prepare for Your Driving Test in Australia
Everything you need to know before your practical driving test. What to expect, what to practise, and how to avoid the mistakes that fail people.
GuideHow Instructor Bonus Hours Work in Australia
Most states let you count driving instructor lessons at 3-for-1. Here's exactly how the bonus hour scheme works, which states offer it, and what the caps are.
GuideWhat Happens If You Fake Your Logbook Hours?
About 40% of learner logbooks contain false entries. Here's what the penalties are, why it's risky, and how digital logbooks are changing things.
GuideWhat Counts as Night Driving in Australian Capital Territory?
Australian Capital Territory defines night driving as sunset to sunrise. You need 10 night hours for your permit. Here's how it works.
GuideWhat Counts as Night Driving in New South Wales?
New South Wales defines night driving as sunset to sunrise. You need 20 night hours for your permit. Here's how it works.
GuideNight Driving Rules in Northern Territory
Northern Territory doesn't require specific night hours, but you should still practice after dark. Here's what to know.
GuideWhat Counts as Night Driving in Queensland?
Queensland defines night driving as sunset to sunrise. You need 10 night hours for your permit. Here's how it works.
GuideWhat Counts as Night Driving in South Australia?
South Australia defines night driving as sunset to sunrise. You need 15 night hours for your permit. Here's how it works.
GuideWhat Counts as Night Driving in Tasmania?
Tasmania defines night driving as sunset to sunrise. You need 15 night hours for your permit. Here's how it works.
GuideWhat Counts as Night Driving in Victoria?
Victoria defines night driving as sunset to sunrise. You need 20 night hours for your permit. Here's how it works.
GuideWhat Counts as Night Driving in Western Australia?
Western Australia defines night driving as sunset to sunrise. You need 5 night hours for your permit. Here's how it works.
GuideA Parent's Guide to Supervising Learner Drivers in Australia
A no-nonsense guide for parents supervising a learner driver. What to expect, how to stay calm, and how to survive 120 hours in the passenger seat.
GuideSpeed Limits for Learner Drivers in Every Australian State
Some states cap learner drivers below the posted speed limit. Others don't. Here's the exact rule for every state and territory.
GuideWhat Counts as Night Driving in Australia? Every State's Definition
Night driving hours count in every Australian state, but when does 'night' actually start? Here's the breakdown for all 8 states and territories.
GuideHow Moda Detects Night Driving Automatically
Night driving hours are required in most states, but the definition of 'night' varies. Moda uses GPS and real sunset times to get it right.
GuideFamily Linking: How Parents Track Their Teen's Driving Progress
Link your parent and teen Moda accounts so everyone can see driving progress, session history, and hour breakdowns in real time.
GuideHow Moda's Live Activity Keeps You on Track
See your driving session progress right on your lock screen and Dynamic Island. No need to open the app while you drive.
GuideWhy Weather Tracking Matters for Your Driving Log
Moda records weather conditions for every driving session automatically — because some states require it, and all states benefit from it.
GuideBest Practice Routes for New Drivers
How to pick the right roads for learning to drive. A progression from parking lots to highways, with specific route ideas for every stage.
Comparisons
Best Learner Logbook Apps in Australia (2026)
An honest look at every learner driver logbook app in Australia. We tested Roundtrip, myLearners, QLD Learner Logbook, and more.
ComparisonDo You Need a Logbook App? (Or Is the Paper Logbook Fine?)
Paper logbook vs app for your learner driving hours. An honest look at whether spending $5 on an app is worth it when the paper logbook is free.
ComparisonModa vs myLearners: Which Victorian Logbook App?
myLearners is VicRoads' official app. It has 2.9 stars. Moda costs $4.99 but doesn't lose your hours. Here's the honest comparison.
ComparisonModa vs Roundtrip: Which Learner Logbook App?
An honest comparison of Moda and Roundtrip for tracking learner driving hours. One's free and NSW-official. The other works everywhere. Here's the trade-off.
Permit Requirements by State
Every state's supervised driving hours, night rules, and permit details.
Australian Capital Territory Permit Hours
100 total hours, 10 at night
AU-NSWNew South Wales Permit Hours
120 total hours, 20 at night
AU-NTNorthern Territory Permit Hours
0 total hours, 0 at night
AU-QLDQueensland Permit Hours
100 total hours, 10 at night
AU-SASouth Australia Permit Hours
75 total hours, 15 at night
AU-TASTasmania Permit Hours
80 total hours, 15 at night
AU-VICVictoria Permit Hours
120 total hours, 20 at night
AU-WAWestern Australia Permit Hours
50 total hours, 5 at night