IS IT LEGAL FOR ELDERLY AUSTRALIANS TO KEEP DRIVING? ALL THE RULES BY STATE AND TERRITORY

A deadly car accident in Melbourne involving a 91-year-old driver has reignited the debate over elderly drivers on Australian roads.

While some Australian states and territories mandate regular medical evaluations and driving tests for older drivers to retain their licences,

Elsewhere, some states and territories urge older drivers to self-evaluate their driving capabilities as they grow older.

Here’s a comprehensive look at how each state and territory handles regulations for older drivers.