Through Their Driving Paces

Thirty-two young people in the 15 to 19 age group entered the Gisborne section of the Jayeee Teenage Driving Contest. The standard was fairly good although many contestants fell down on their hand signals. The winner, Robert Hatwell, had only 64 points deducted.

Philip Hall reverses along the straight driving section, which isn't easy. Scrutineer is Peter Knox.

Peter Bayley receives instructions from Russell Searle.

Donna Kane reverses through the slalom test.

Pictured with Senior Traffic Officer I. C. Dobbin (who presented the prizes) are the place-getters. From left, Robert Hatwell (64 points deducted), Peter Ford (87 points off), and Donna Kane (159 points off). At right is Glenn Attewell, convener of the Jaycee project.

Paul Egan at the braking test where he is marked by Trevor Caley and Garry Robinson.

Joe Sherriff being judged at the braking test.

Peter Ford receives instructions from Russell

Bob Shand marks Eric Davies as he goes through the limited space turning section of the contest

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The Gisborne Photo News

No 194 : August 12, 1970

Through Their Driving Paces