A former policeman has been using toy cars to teach new residents Tasmania's road rules. His method has proved such a hit that demand is growing — and not just among migrants.
When Kim Smith retired from Tasmania's police force, he decided to volunteer at his local neighbourhood house.He's travelled the state creating maps and other visual props for people preparing to take their learner's testHe was asked to take classes on road rules and found himself on day one in a room full of migrants, many of whom knew little English.
"In every country, wherever you go, if you want to settle down, you need to get the drivers licence first," she said."When there are so many people, it's difficult to follow the rules every time," she said. "Kim is very energetic… when I'm not able to understand something, when I ask him one question again and again, he's never tired."
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