At its most recent meeting, the Motorsport Australia Australian Off Road Commission approved of new changes to the Off Road Licence Matrix to include a greater pool of potential assessors for Observed Licence Tests (OLT).

AORCOM considered a proposal to expand the pool of OLT Assessors to include Clerks of the Course at Motorsport Australia permitted Club and State events.

The Commission recognised Clerks of the Course are senior officials with significant responsibility for the conduct and safety of events.

Their standing provides them with the remit to assess competitor behaviour, determine compliance with Motorsport Australia regulations, and take action where driving standards or other competition requirements are not met.

Based on this fact, Commissioners unanimously agreed that Clerks of the Course possess the knowledge, experience and judgement necessary to appropriately assess a competitor’s competency through the OLT process.

From this finding, the proposed amendment to the Licence Matrix will:

• increase the number of opportunities available for competitors to complete an OLT, making it easier for new and returning competitors to obtain or renew their Off Road licences.

Successfully completing an OLT is a critical component in obtaining your off road licence. The OLT allows you to demonstrate your attitude, skills and understanding of vehicle handling.

During the test, Motorsport Australia accredited evaluators will observe and evaluate your driving abilities under modified race conditions.

Your OLT assessment can take place in a privately organised assessment with an accredited OLT Assessor, or during the Prologue of your first event.

An accredited OLT Assessor will sign your Observed Licence Test Assessment form upon successful completion.

To view the updated amendment, view the Competition Licences document as part of the 2026 Motorsport Australia Manual’s General Appendix.