can you drive with headphones in qld

Short answer: yes, you can drive with headphones in Queensland, but only if you still have proper control and can hear what’s happening around you.

Learners and P1 drivers under 25 can’t use a mobile phone in any way, so Bluetooth headsets or earbuds tied to a phone are off the table. Crank the volume or wear noise‑cancelling cans and you risk a ticket for failing to have proper control or inattentive driving, not to mention missing a siren. Keep it low, consider one ear free, and don’t touch the phone while rolling. If an officer thinks the headphones contributed to dodgy driving, you won’t enjoy the chat at the window.