How to Fill Out the WA Logbook - Step-by-Step Guide for Learner Drivers and Supervisors

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How to Fill Out the WA Logbook – Step-by-Step Guide for Learner Drivers and Supervisors

Getting your WA learner logbook right is the first big step toward your P plates — and it doesn’t have to be stressful. Whether you’re a learner clocking up your hours or a supervisor keeping track, GOAT Driving will walk you through it, step by step, so you can focus on safe driving (and not paperwork headaches).

By following this guide, you’ll know exactly what to record, how to avoid common mistakes, and how to get closer to your Practical Driving Assessment (PDA) with confidence.

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What Is the WA Logbook?

The WA Logbook is used to record the required 50 hours of supervised driving, including at least 5 hours of night driving. This is mandatory before you can sit your PDA and get your licence.

You’ll receive your logbook when you pass the Computerised Theory Test (CTT) and are issued a learner’s permit.

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Who Can Supervise a Learner Driver?

Your supervisor must:

• Be aged 21 or over

• Have held a valid Australian driver’s licence for 4+ years (in the correct class)

• Be seated beside you at all times while driving

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💡 GOAT Tip for Faster Progress:

Filling out your logbook is only half the journey — the other half is building skills you’ll actually use on the road.

👉 Check out our DIY Driving Lesson Plans to turn your logged hours into confident, real-world driving.

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How to Fill Out the Logbook Correctly

Each logbook entry must include:

1. Date of the drive

2. Start and end times

3. Duration of the drive (in hours and minutes)

4. Conditions (e.g. night, wet, heavy traffic)

5. Type of driving (e.g. residential, highway, parking practice)

6. Supervisor’s full name and signature

You must total at least 50 hours, and you’ll need to clearly mark 5+ hours of night driving (drives between sunset and sunrise).

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Common Mistakes to Avoid

• Forgetting to include night drives

• Using incorrect or unreadable dates/times

• Missing signatures from supervisors

• Logging unrealistic or suspicious driving times

Tip: The Department of Transport may reject incomplete or messy logbooks — so take your time and double-check your entries!

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Can I Use a Digital Logbook?

Yes! The Learn&Log app by the WA Department of Transport is a digital option that meets all requirements. It also automatically tracks your progress.

But if you’re using the physical logbook, make sure to write neatly and include all details as required.

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Your Logbook is Sorted. Now Let’s Get You Driving Like a Pro.

The hours you record are only as good as the skills you’ve gained. GOAT Driving’s DIY Lesson Plans coach you through every entry with confidence—so you’re PDA-ready step by step.

Explore DIY Lesson Plans →

P.S. Hit a logbook snag? Drop me a message anytime — I’m here to help.