That's a great link Andy , I'll be aware of what it says, and believe it applies to us here too.

If anyone is wondering why I am taking the law more seriously now I am legal, this is because being legal actually will change the mileage I do, and the places I go, the types of vehicles I'll drive and possibly will need to be more aware of the safety of others. For example going for a ride in the country on my own on a bike is very different from collecting family members from an airport.

As far as I can see I am correct, as a Chinese driving license can be renewed without them officially needing to see your passport or visa (I'm sure they'd ask though), which means if a driving license was invalidated by being on another visa other than a residency visa, they would of course ask to see your visa and there would be a provision for it to be seen when renewing your license.