Completing and submitting a learner driver logbook will now be much easier for learner drivers, parents and supervisors following the launch of the Queensland Learner Logbook app.

Main Roads and Road Safety Minister, Mark Bailey, said the new app will allow learner drivers to digitally record and store their 100 hours of supervised driving from their smartphone or tablet.

“The new app is easy to use, allowing learners to electronically submit their completed hours directly to Transport and Main Roads (TMR) for processing,” Mr Bailey said.

State Member for Morayfield, Mark Ryan MP, said Queensland learners will now be saved the cost and trouble of mailing their completed logbook and the logbooks can now be processed and checked faster.

“This will create relief for parents and supervisors who will no longer have to fill out paperwork,” Mr Ryan said.

“The app allows learners to view their progress, enter information from past journeys, use the timer to record new trips, save multiple vehicle and supervisor details and seek approval for trips from their supervisor by email.

“We’re the first government in Australia to produce an app of this kind.

“Queenslanders learning to drive in poor connection areas or without mobile internet connection don’t need to worry because the app can be safely used in an offline mode.

“Once the device reconnects to the internet or Wi-Fi, the data will be automatically uploaded and saved to their account.

“We’ve listened to learner drivers and considered their needs in developing a simple, intuitive tool that offers them a contemporary and convenient means of completing their logbook.”

The Queensland Learner Logbook app can be downloaded for free from the App Store or Google Play.