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Built during the Second World War, and serving the nearby city of Bathurst, Bathurst Airport runs several flying schools, as well as servicing flights to and from a handful of destinations. Often referred to as Gold Country, Bathurst played an important role in the Gold Rush and was the site of one of Australia's toughest endurance races. The Bathurst 500, made legendary driver Peter Brock a local legend in the city.
By hiring a car at Bathurst Airport, you'll have easy access to Bathurst and the surrounding areas in the region.
There is plenty to see and do in the city of Bathurst, and it is highly recommended that you look into renting a car at Bathurst Airport so that you can explore the city at your own speed. The city has many fascinating cathedrals which are great to explore, as well as museums which cater for all kinds of interest.
In the old courthouse, you will find the Bathurst Historical Society Museum which tells the story of the city, as well as containing a number of Aboriginal artefacts. There is also the Australian Fossil and Mineral Museum for those who are interested in those things
Nearby to Bathurst Airport is the city of Lithgow, which is packed full of interesting sights and things to see and do. From the Glow Worm Tunnel, to the State Mine Heritage Park, you'll find that Lithgow has something to offer everyone who visits. A highlight of any visit to the city of Lithgow is the Zig Zag Railway, an old heritage steam railway track which you can travel on and experience what rail travel was like in the late 18's. Lithgow is just a short drive from Bathurst Airport, and well worth the journey.
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Driver’s Licence Requirements
As the renter you are required to present a valid driver’s licence at the time of pickup. You and any person driving the vehicle must be 21 years of age or over (unless approved in writing by Hertz) and must hold a current drivers licence that:
Digital Driver License
The Digital Driver Licence is legal for use across NSW & SA and is accepted by most businesses. However, it does not replace the plastic card and the official authorities recommend everyone still carry a physical card as a backup.
Hertz customers will still need to supply their hard copy license until further notice.
Vehicle Licence Requirements
A log book may, or may not, be required. Check with the location to confirm requirements.
Additional Drivers
Apart from the renter, who may operate the vehicle, may allow other persons to drive the vehicle provided that you have checked that the person meets the age and licence requirements specified in this section and that they are either:
If a driver does not meet the above requirements, they must be added to the rental as an additional driver and must us show their licence. An additional driver fee is payable as follows:
ADDITIONAL DRIVER CHARGE (per driver)
PER DAY (inc GST) CAPPED AT 5 DAYS (inc GST)
AUD $5.50 AUD$27.50
If the vehicle is from Hertz's Prestige, Adrenaline or Dream collection, you and any person driving the vehicle must be at least 25 years of age.
Tasmania - Driver’s Licence Requirements
Renters in Tasmania must have held a Full driver's licence for at least three years and not be on a provisional licence. Provisional licences are not accepted in Tasmania.
Additional Drivers in Tasmania
All additional drivers in Tasmania are required to sign an ‘Additional Driver’ form, with the exception of company rentals, where fellow employees are automatically authorised to drive on company business.
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GRACE PERIOD
You may be charged an extra day’s rental for each 24 hour period entered into following the return time at then current rental rates, although you are allowed a ‘grace period’ of
Daily rental charge for that vehicle for each additional day (or any part thereof) vehicle is returned late.
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ONE WAY FEE
May apply if you return the vehicle to a location different from the start location. You will be advised at the time of reservation if you are permitted to return the vehicle to a different location and if so, any applicable fee.
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Fuel & Electrical Recharging Policy
Fuel is not included in your rental rate. Your vehicle will be provided with a full tank of fuel or if the tank is not full, we will provide you with credit for the missing fuel and you can decide how you wish to pay for the fuel you use during your rental. You have the following options:
Buy a full tank at the start …
Buy a half tank at the start….
FUEL PURCHASE OPTION (FPO)
We charge you at the start of your rental for a full tank of fuel at a price competitive with local fuel stations. You will have nothing more to pay to us for your fuel. Please note that we do not provide a refund for unused fuel.
HALF TANK OPTION
We charge you at the start of your rental for a half tank of fuel at a competitive price with local fuel stations and return with only half a tank of fuel. Please note that we do not provide a refund for unused fuel.
Return with a full tank …
IMPORTANT: Fuel gauges may still indicate that the tank is “full” many kilometres after it was last re-filled. To deal with this, we ask you to refill the tank within 15 km of the return location and bring your fuel receipt with you when returning the Vehicle. We ask you to present a copy of the fuel receipt to a Hertz employee or leave a copy in the Vehicle. If you do not do so, we reserve the right to apply a small charge – please ask at the counter for details.
…..or without refuelling
REFUELLING SERVICE CHARGE: We will charge you a price per litre to refill the tank. These prices are indicated on your Rental Agreement.
EV Battery Recharging Service Fee
You are liable for any reduction in battery charge percentage from when you picked up your EV to when you returned it (no refund will be provided if this figure is higher, upon return). If we are required to recharge the EV to return it to its battery departure level, we will charge you a price per kilo watt (kW), as detailed on your Rental Agreement.
EV Low Battery Recharging Service Fee
If you return the vehicle at 15% battery charge level or less, we will charge an additional recharging service fee, as detailed on your Rental Agreement.
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