Just my 2c. I came off my P plates a few weeks ago, and I didn't accrue one demerit point the entire time. I am not the most "lawful" driver on the roads - I drive consistently on or 5kms above the speed limit at all times for example.

I think the real question is, will these new laws save the lives of the kids on the roads? Absolutely not. Once again it comes down to two key things - Driver training and education. Perhaps mandatory defensive driver training could make up part of the solution?

Perth drivers are frequently voted in the worst drivers in Australia, and a drive from Freo to Tuart Hill will show you just how bad - People's inability to merge on a busy freeway, people not stopping at stop signs, people cutting yellow lights..... P Platers learn from example, and the example Perth is setting is SHIT!

Training and education people, Training and education...!