The drive safe and ride safe handbooks are owned and maintained by the western australian department of. Whether youre a new driver, in the process of upgrading your licence, or just driving through while temporarily visiting nsw, being familiar with the rules of the road is essential. For further information please see page 15 of this handbook. Since 2014, it has been law in the southern state to slow down to an absolute crawl 25kmh, in fact when passing through an emergency service speed zone. Note 1 the rules about speed limits are as follows. This portal is designed to give an overview of articles associated with the roads in australia, predominantly with a focus on the roads themselves, but also on their history, associated infrastructure, and other related topics work on the portal and its articles is managed at wikiproject australian roads. The book explains the traffic rules and road signs applicable to everyone holding a driver licence in nsw. Laws change often so make sure you have the most recent handbook or obtain more information from road rules 2014.
Your keys to driving in queensland publication sets. It covers some of the most arid parts of the country. The australian road rules are model laws that have no legal effect. Operation of class 2 bdouble and road train combinations. Towards zero together south australias road safety strategy 2020. The information in these handbooks align with towards zero, the state government road safety strategy 20082020. You can also drop into the adelaide visitor information centre, 9 james place adelaide and browse through the extensive range of brochures and collect all you need for your south australian holiday. Sapol road rules and safety south australia police. The nsw road rules are a framework for the safe and efficient movement of traffic on our roads. On 1 december 1999, the nsw government proclaimed the new australian road rules. Dpti cycling and the law updated 2017 south australia.
Road transport is an essential element of the australian transport network, and enabler of the australian economy. Information sheet road train speed limits including b. The road rules are a framework for safe and efficient movement of traffic on nsw roads. Responsibility for the project was passed to the national road transport commission in 1995. Road traffic act 1961 south australian legislation. The australian road rules set a default speed limit of. Follow our guide to australias road rules and regulations to make your selfdrive holiday in australia safer and more enjoyable. The information contained within this handbook has been prepared to help you become better informed about road safety, road rules, drivers and licensing and vehicle registration. Road rules cyclists must obey all road rules including stopping at stop signs and traffic lights, riding on the left side of the road and giving way to pedestrians on crossings and at intersections.
Most importantly, the information in this publication could save your life. Australian road rules south australian legislation. Figure 1 road deaths and serious injuries, south australia, 19812010. To confirm uptodate information on road rules, please contact the relevant state or territory road authority see. Each state and territory adopts the australian road rules in its own legislation. Unless a road sign or a licence condition indicates otherwise, these are the general maximum speeds at which you are allowed to drive.
The australian road rules were implemented in 1999 and have been regularly updated since then. A driver must not drive at a speed over the speed limit applying to the driver for the length of road where the driver is driving. The drivers handbook provides an overview of the road rules and the laws for drivers licences and registering a vehicle in south australia the information contained within this handbook has been prepared to help you become better informed about road safety, road rules, drivers and licensing and vehicle registration. Australian road rules notes under the road traffic act 1961. Road rules are developed and enforced for your safety. Driving rules you must comply with are provided in the drivers handbook. Further legislative information is available online. All drivers in queensland need to know the queensland road rules. The following section outlines rules that apply specifically to bicycle riders and includes other relevant road rules.
Road transport road rules regulation 2017 effective. In south australia, over the past few decades, road deaths have. Ensure that your drivers licence or permit is current, appropriate for the vehicle you are driving and with you. Feb 23, 2014 road safety largely depends on road users being able to understand and follow the road rules, so share the animation links with your friends and colleagues and refresh your memory. The handbook is essential reading for anyone learning to drive. The legislative history at the back of the regulations or rules.
For learner drivers its the best place to learn the road rules. Authorised by the act parliamentary counselalso accessible at. Visit the centre for road safety website for videos to help explain the 10 most misunderstood rules. Road transport safety and traffic management act 1999. You can also connect to free wifi at 60 locations across south. Australian road rules apply to vehicles and road users on roads and. Breaking basic road rules contributes to thousands of avoidable crashes resulting in injuries and fatalities every year. The most common road rules that aussie drivers get confused by. It includes 45 multiplechoice questions and is designed to help you gain confidence that youll pass the real thing.
Printed copies of the drivers handbook can be purchased at service sa customer service centres and selected newsagents. Within south australia and in fact throughout australia the maximum default speed limit outside a builtup area is 100 kmh. The state of queensland office of queensland parliamentary counsel 20142020 ver. Refer to the act road rules legislation or the act road rules handbook doc 4. Australian road rules national transport commission. They contain the basic road rules for motorists, motorcyclists, cyclists, pedestrians, passengers and others. Clause 6 provides that, subject to that regulation, the australian road rules are to be read with, and as if they formed part of, that regulation. Your keys to driving in queensland contains information about the queensland road rules.
The rules and regulations and how they apply to different kinds of roads, vehicles and. Rules apply to vehicles and road users on roads and road. Once you get on the road, here are some australian traffic rules to remember. South australias road safety strategy 2020 towards zero together. The australian road rules are a set of model road rules developed by the national road transport commission which form the basis for state and territory road rules across australia. Queensland road rules department of transport and main roads. The road to solo driving handbook outlines the rules and responsibilities for driving in victoria. Download a copy of towards zero together, south australias road safety strategy 2020 pdf 4. The principal act is the road traffic act 1961 and the regulations are set in the subordinate, australian road rules, road traffic road rules ancillary and miscellaneous provisions regulations 2014 and road traffic miscellaneous regulations act 2014. Road users must ensure they are familiar with the road rules and comply with the requirements prescribed in law. Both publications are available on the roads and maritime services website at rms. Initiatives for drivers as well as tips and resources to help make you a safer driver. South australian community must work together to address the trauma caused by everyday use of the roads regardless of the circumstances or the people involved.
Road rules are there to ensure the safety of all road users. The aim of this guide is to help you to understand the australian road rules the rules and the way they apply to different kinds of roads, vehicles and road users. South australia abbreviated as sa is a state in the southern central part of australia. Our practice test is based on the south australian road rules.
Oct 25, 2015 road rules cyclists must obey all road rules including stopping at stop signs and traffic lights, riding on the left side of the road and giving way to pedestrians on crossings and at intersections. Live traffic nsw live updates, traveller information and personalised alerts for nsw roads. The maximum default speed limit in a builtup area is 50 kmh. We are happy to support new editors who are interested in this subject area and to. This road users handbook is extremely helpful in preparing for new south wales driver knowledge test. Objects of these rules division 2 some features of these rules 4. No matter how well you think you know the road rules, there is never a reason to be complacent. Figure 1 road deaths and serious injuries, south australia, 19812010 the average road toll for the years 19811983 was 252, which reduced to 155 for the period 20012003, then to 112 for the period 20082010. This act road rules handbook contains practical information to help you master the.
Information sheet road train speed limits including btriples. This south australia drivers handbook should be used as an ultimate guide when preparing for the driver knowledge test, as it explains road signs, traffic rules. The guide also gives information on the structure of the rules. South australia australian road rules under the road traffic act 1961 contents readers guide part 1introductory division 1general 1 citation 2 commencement 3 object of the australian road rules division 2some features of the australian road rules 4 definitionsthe dictionary etc 5 diagrams 6 examples 7 headings 8 notes 9 readers. Everything you need to know about vehicle safety in victoria. In south australia the road rules are covered by the. Road rules 2014 made under the road transport act 20 as at 28 october 2019 reg 758 of 2014 table of provisions part 1 introductory division 1 general 1. This page outlines the key road rules changes that have been made in the last few years. In victoria, queensland, south australia and tasmania it is illegal for motorists to cross a. The rules and regulations and how they apply to different kinds of roads, vehicles and road users are in the australian road rules legislation. South australia australian road rules under the road traffic act 1961 contents readers guide part 1introductory division 1general 1 citation 2 objects of the australian road rules division 2some features of the australian road rules 4 definitionsthe dictionary etc. Sep 18, 2017 5 misunderstood road rules australia vol 2 duration. These notices have been redrafted to ensure that access to the south australia road network is. If you wish to drive in australia, you must hold a.
The legislative history at the back of the regulations or rules provides detail about the past. You can also connect to free wifi at 60 locations across south australia from the adelaide hills to kangaroo island. Towards zero together south australias road safety strategy 2020 3. You can access the full text of the nsw road rules on the nsw legislation website. Australian road rules 2012 and related acts and regulations. Escorting guidelines for oversize and overmass vehicles. A statewide disability parking permit scheme currently operates in victoria. Australian road rules the australian road rules state that a person using a mobility scooter is classed as a pedestrian if the maximum speed on level ground cannot exceed 10 kmh. The drivers handbook provides an overview of the road rules and the laws for drivers licences and registering a vehicle in south australia.
This south australia drivers handbook should be used as an ultimate guide when preparing for the driver knowledge test, as it explains road signs, traffic rules, licensing process and vehicle registration, as well as your road safety responsibilities. With a total land area of 983,482 square kilometres 379,725 sq mi, it is the fourthlargest of australias states and territories by area, and fifth largest by population. With minor exceptions, the australian road rules are applied consistently in each state and territory. Australian road rules reg 296 296driving a vehicle in reverse 1 the driver of a vehicle must not reverse the vehicle unless the driver can do so safely. The first edition of the rules was published on 19 october 1999, after decades of working towards a shared road safety policy with officials from jurisdictions across australia. Free sa learner permit practice test 1 aussie driver. Dec 22, 2018 the most common road rules that aussie drivers get confused by.
Larry rivera is a sydneybased writer, journalist, and editor who has covered the city and its surroundings since 1997. It is a useful exercise to periodically check your road rules knowledge. This information is also available in the road users handbook. Australia relies heavily on road transport due to australias large area and low population density in considerable parts of the country another reason for the reliance upon roads is that the australian rail network has not been sufficiently developed for a lot of the freight and. The australian road rules have been incorporated into the law of new south wales by clause 6 of the road transport safety and traffic management road rules regulation 1999. This page outlines the key road rules changes that have been made in. Australian road rules department of infrastructure. The five main causes of road trauma on south australian roads are.
These new rules include the australian road rules arrs which are a basically consistent set of rules which apply right across australia and make it easier all round for road users. The model australian road rules form the basis of road rules of each australian state and territory. It is a guide for anyone wanting to learn or refresh their knowledge about queenslands current driver licensing requirements and road rules. A guide to australian road safety, rules and regulations to make your driving holiday in australia safer and more enjoyable. In some instances, other laws of south australia directly vary the. Parking and the south australian road rules the city of west torrens a. The cycling and the law booklet provides details about cyclists legal rights and obligations in south australia. This section provides information you need to know about nsw roads and road rules. The information given in this section is a guide only and is subject to change at any time without notice. This strategy is about every driver, every motorcyclist, every pedestrian, every cyclist all having respect for each other.
The cycling and the law booklet provides details about. One major difference you need to be aware of when visiting south australia is the speed limit you must observe when driving past emergency vehicles. The department of planning transport and infrastructure dpti and the south australian tourism commission satc first produced the road sign guidelines guide to visitor and services road signs in 2006 to help tourism businesses and road authorities determine eligibility for road signs and demonstrate their most appropriate use. Some of the content in this information sheet has been sourced from state and territory governments and was correct at the time of publication. Dpti department of planning, transport and infrastructure south australia. Operation of class 2 bdouble and road train combinations in. If youre driving slowly getting used to the traffic the lane for you is the leftmost lane if there is more than one lane in the direction. Operation of class 2 bdouble and road train combinations in south australia background south australian heavy vehicle notices that transitioned on the commencement of the heavy vehicle national law hvnl in south australia expired on 9 february 2019. Clause 6 provides that, subject to that regulation, the australian road rules are to. Road rules are explained in the road rules section. Australian road rules reg 20 20obeying the speed limit. South australia australian road rules under the road traffic act 1961 contents readers guide part 1introductory division 1general 1 citation 2 objects of the australian road rules division 2some features of the australian road rules 4 definitionsthe dictionary etc 5 diagrams 6 examples 7 headings 8 notes 9 readers guide. Most importantly, you must drive with care and consideration of other road users.
Australian road rules as at 19 march 2018 as approved by the transport and infrastructure council published by the parliamentary counsels committee this is a consolidated version of the australian road rules. You never know when it may save you from getting fined or from causing a collision. The drivers handbookk provides an overview of the road rules and the laws for drivers licences and registering a vehicle in south australia. Road users handbook 1 this handbook is an interpretation of the law made easy to understand by using plain english.