Do you have your Restricted Licence and want to move on to your Full Licence sooner? The upcoming Defensive Driving Course in Thames will be the last course for 2026, so eligible students are encouraged to book now.
Particularly important if you gained your Restricted Licence from August 2025 onwards and want the opportunity to progress to your Full Licence before the end of this year.
It’s also worthwhile for students who gained their Restricted Licence from February 2026 onwards. Completing the course can reduce the amount of time you need to hold your Restricted before progressing to your Full Licence.
Thames High School 
4.00pm–6.00pm
Starts Tuesday 7 September The course runs over four sessions – Tuesday and Thursday, followed by Tuesday and Thursday the following week.
Cost: $245 per person
Bookings are made directly through the AA website. When booking, select “THAMES” as the location: https://www.aa.co.nz/drivers/driving-school/defensive-driving-course/
Licence rule changes are coming: The new 12-month Restricted Licence period will only apply to people who gain their Restricted Licence after 27 January 2027. If getting your Full Licence sooner is important to you, don’t miss this final 2026 course.