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Wheels in Motion
RC Gawler Light is very pleased that one of its programmes “Wheels in Motion” is receiving the town of
Gawler’s community group of the year award in this year’s Australia Day awards.

This program started by the club in 2018 is managed by club member Dave Weatherly and his more than
able assistant Kirsten Impett, a non Rotarian. Thanks, must also go to Keith Scott of Keith’s Driving school,
Peter Kittle Motors, RAA, AMP services and Café Nova. Also, to the program’s mentor drivers, many of
whom are not Rotarians.

Wheels in Motion allows young people (17 – 25) in Gawler the opportunity to overcome a major barrier to
employment and further education, by assisting them to access driver experience, enabling them to qualify
for their P's

The mentors, who freely give of their time, many of them members of the Club, sit in the vehicle and
supervise the learner driver. They are vetted, have DCSI clearance and undergo an evaluation from our
Driving Instructor, with continued support and guidance from him. We have both male and female Mentors.

For further information visit: www.wheelsinmotiongawler.org.au

PDG Dick Milner president

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