65 Years Training Qualified
Truck & Bus Drivers In NSW

How to Start?

Visit a Service NSW Centre:

Complete the Knowledge Test:
The Knowledge Test is a computer test you must book and take at Service NSW. Please find the link below to practice the Knowledge Test.
Pass an Eyesight Test: This can be done at Service NSW.
Contact us to book the Course.

Driver Knowledge Practice Test

Heavy Vehicle Driver Handbook

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Courses

Courses
Which Licence Is Right for You?

Light Rigid Licence

LR vehicles include:

small trucks with a gross vehicle mass (GVM) up to 8 tonnes. Any towed trailer must not weigh more than 9 tonnes GVM
buses that seat more than 12 adults, including the driver, and a GVM up to 8 tonnes.

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Medium Rigid Licence

MR vehicles include:

trucks and buses with a GVM more than 8 tonnes and 2 axles
any towed trailer must not weigh more than 9 tonnes GVM.

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Heavy Rigid Licence

HR vehicles include:

trucks and buses with a GVM of more than 8 tonnes, and 3 or more axles.
Any towed trailer must not weigh more than 9 tonnes of GVM

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Heavy Combination Licence

HC vehicles include:

Articulated vehicles with 3 or more axles
Heavy rigid vehicle trailer combinations including unladen dolly, with 3 or more axles
any towed trailer with a GVM more than 9 tonnes.

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Multiple Combination Licence

MC vehicles include:

An MC licence is the highest level of licence class. This licence allows you to drive all types of vehicles except motorcycles.
MC vehicles include:
B-doubles
prime mover, low loader dolly and low loader trailer combinations
road trains.

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B Condition

Removal

A heavy vehicle licence with a condition “B” restricts the licence holder to driving heavy vehicles fitted with automatic or synchromesh gearboxes only. The licence holder is prohibited from driving vehicles with Crash/Roadranger (double clutching) gearboxes.

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Bus Authority

Legislation in NSW requires any operator who intends to drive a public passenger vehicle, which is defined under the Regulations as, a public passenger vehicle other than a ferry, to hold a NSW Driver Authority for drivers of public passenger vehicles.

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Pre-employment assessment

Macquarie driving school provides pre employment assessment for new drivers. in which a driving assessment is conducted to new drivers and a full driving report sent to the company including all the details about the driver’s habits and a final recommendation regarding the driver’s abilities and safety on the road.

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About Us

At Macquarie Driving School, we’ve been setting the standard for heavy vehicle driver training in NSW since 1960.

As a proud member of the Australian Driver Trainers Association (ADTA), we bring unparalleled expertise, professionalism, and a commitment to your success.

Transform Your Career with Our Comprehensive Truck & Bus Driving Courses in Sydney! At Macquarie Driving School, we specialize in truck and bus driver training, offering a wide range of courses to help you obtain your Light Rigid Licence (LR), Medium Rigid Licence (MR), Heavy Rigid Licence (HR), Heavy Combination Licence (HC), or Multi Combination Licence (MC). With over 65 years of experience, we’re Sydney’s most trusted and best truck driving school, committed to providing professional driver training with high pass rates and expert heavy vehicle instructors.

Our training programs are tailored for those seeking a career in the transportation industry, including bus driver authority courses, Condition B removal, pre-employment assessments, and road rule refresher training. We offer affordable licence courses, flexible training schedules, and personalized support to help you succeed. Whether you’re looking for truck driver training near Wetherill Park or want to complete your bus licence training in Sydney, we’ve got you covered.

Join the hundreds of successful students who’ve passed their tests with us. Start your journey with defensive driver training, learn from highly qualified experienced instructors trainers, and obtain your commercial vehicle licence quickly and confidently. Don’t wait—get your truck or bus licence today and drive towards a rewarding career! Explore our full range of courses and discover why we’re the best driving school in NSW. Contact us now for fast results and affordable pricing!

Why Choose Us?

Macquarie Driving School has been a cornerstone in NSW's heavy vehicle training sector for over 65 years. As a proud member of the Australian Driver Trainers Association (ADTA), we are committed to delivering top-tier training programs tailored to meet the diverse needs of our students.