Queensland school road safety parents information booklet important topics covered in this guide page travel safety 1 stop, look, listen and think. You will be tested on this information in your theory and practical driving tests. Refer to the act road rules legislation or the act road rules handbook doc 4. Correct merging rules in queensland streetwise driver training. Basically if you are travelling in right lane and another car has any part of their car in front of you in the left they have right of way if there is no delineation markings across their lane. Nsw motorists urged to mind their merging nrma insurance. Do other drivers have to give way to a merging car. Australian road rules current as at 19 march 2018 4 68 stopping and giving way at a stop sign or stop line at other places 64 69 giving way at a give way sign or give way line at an intersection except a roundabout 65. The object of this regulation is to provide road rules in queensland that are substantially uniform with road rules elsewhere in australia. Roundabouts transport and motoring queensland government.
There are around 30 questions on rules of the road in the learners licence test, and learners need to score 74% 2230 or higher in the section in order to pass it. Whether youre a motorist, a bicycle rider, or both, we all need to share the road safely. Driver guide department of transport and main roads. Your keys to driving in queensland is not just for learner drivers it is important for everyone who uses the road, regardless of their level of experience, to read the book to update their knowledge of the road rules and road safety. The point of my earlier post about queensland drivers is that none that i found ever slowed down to allow me to merge. It is in no way purposed or designed to be used for legal defense or legal advice. This document does not constitute legal advice and is provided only as a guide to the road rules 2014. The queensland road rules uses the terms less than halfway round and more than halfway around. On roads where there are lanes marked on the roadif your lane comes to an end, you must give way to traffic already in the lane you are moving to. Contents transport operations road use management act 1995 page 2 17d notice of change in police information about a person. Hence i was pleased to see the large sign do not overtake merging vehicles on an overtaking lane. However, it is intended that each australian jurisdiction that adopts the australian road rules is to apply the provisions of the commonwealth criminal code to offences against the uniform rules.
If you are crossing a dotted line from one lane to another, you need to give way to the traffic already in the lane you are merging into. It contains essential information about the queensland driver licensing system and road rules. Where is the target audience getting their information from. The information given in this section is a guide only and is subject to change at any time without notice. Search results department of transport and main roads. The your keys to driving in queensland publication is the road rules hand book for all drivers. Download yourself a copy of the australian road rules. Jan 17, 2017 the aim of this post is to clarify any confusion regarding merging on our roads, after the issue was recently brought to police attention. It is a useful exercise to periodically check your road rules knowledge. The information in this guide is an interpretation of the rules applying to road. Learning south africas rules of the road is a vital part of getting your k53 learners licence. Most importantly, you must drive with care and consideration of other road users. Before taking any of the practice road rules tests, make sure you have read your keys to driving in queensland. Both publications are available on the roads and maritime services website at rms.
Roundabouts, merging, giving way most australians are surprisingly confused when it comes to tackling the rules of the road. Road rules for everyday driving transport and motoring. Pdf versions of this legislation produced from 23 september 20 are authorised by the queensland parliamentary counsel. It is a guide for anyone wanting to learn or refresh their knowledge about queenslands current driver licensing requirements and road rules.
On roads where there are lanes marked on the road, if your lane comes. Queensland road rules department of transport and main roads. Road rules information on signs and signals, speed limits, making turns, roundabouts, indicating and signalling, giving way, road positioning, hazardous localities, alcohol and drugs, heavy vehicles and other rules and responsibilities. Queensland transport operations road use management act 1995 transport operations road use management road rules regulation 2009 current as at 1 january 2015. The state of queensland office of queensland parliamentary counsel 20142020 ver. If its your lane thats ending, its just like any other lane change, you must give way to. You may have been merging wrong all along sunshine coast. The 10 most misunderstood road rules that drive motorists. This video relates to the road rules in queensland. Forget about sharing the road the law is on their side. The queensland road rules that significantly differ from the australian road rules are as follows. The road rules are a framework for safe and efficient movement of traffic on nsw roads. Transport and main roads, queensland government, queensland road rules refresher, licensed under creative commons attribution 3. Pdf, 1491 kb rspat 2014 report c powered two wheelers.
On roads where there are lanes marked on the road, if your lane comes to an end, you must give way to traffic already in the lane you are moving to. Road rage, willingness not to drink and drive, rules. Racq senior road safety adviser joel tucker said part of the issue was ignorance of the two road rules for merging. All drivers in queensland need to know the queensland road rules. Transport operations road use management road rules. To join free2go, you must be living in queensland and be 1619 years old. The 10 most misunderstood road rules that drive motorists around the bend. Divided road end divided road road narrows merging traffic added lane onelane bridge arrows indicate direction of traffic traffic travels in each direction turn reverse turns curve reverse curves winding road 65. The handbooks are not the law, but a simplified version of the road rules contained in the relevant acts and regulations. This test contains 10 give way questions, and 20 road rule questions, which you could be asked when applying for your licence. Personally i wouldnt try and argue with a highway patrol officer that i was obeying the national road rules and not the road rules for the state that i was travelling in. Feb 01, 2018 road rules are developed for your safety so make sure you know and follow them at all times. It is designed to help you know the road rules and do the right thing. You can access the full text of the nsw road rules on the nsw legislation website.
Laws change often so make sure you have the most recent handbook or obtain more information from road rules 2014. This regulation may be cited as the transport operations road use managementroad rules regulation 2009 or as the queensland road rules 2 commencement 1 this regulation, other than sections 266 and 2671, 1aa, 1ab, 1a, 1b and 1c, commences on 12 october 2009. You may have been merging wrong all along sunshine coast daily. 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. It will be the same rule number in the individual states adoption of these road rules. Driving rules you must comply with are provided in the drivers handbook.
Lets look at merging situation number one, when one marked lane comes to an end. Learn queenslands road rules about keeping left and overtaking. The official new zealand road code is a userfriendly guide to new zealands traffic law and safe driving practices. Road rules are developed and enforced for your safety. Transport and main roads, queensland government, your keys to driving in queensland, licensed under creative commons attribution 4. If the speed limit on a multilane road is 90 kilometres per hour or more, theres no need for a keep left unless overtaking sign. Transport operations road use managementroad rules. Heavy vehicles that have a do not overtake turning vehicle sign are allowed to take up more than one lane to turn at corners, intersections and roundabouts. Road users must ensure they are familiar with the road rules and comply with the requirements prescribed in law. South australian road rules about merging into traffic on various types of roads.
Straight ahead at a roundabout is taken to be at halfway around or at 12 oclock. A statewide disability parking permit scheme currently operates in victoria. The road to solo driving handbook outlines the rules and responsibilities for driving in victoria. The aim of this post is to clarify any confusion regarding merging on our roads, after the issue was recently brought to police attention. Transport operations road use management road rules regulation 2009. Road safety largely depends on road users being able to understand and follow the road rules. Always use your indicator to signal your intentions to other drivers when merging. Information about the rules around road lines in queensland.
By law cyclists must obey all the general road rules. If there are dual lanes, and the lane you are in ends, give way to the vehicles in the lane you are moving into. Do you know the rules for changing lanes and merging. Bicycle riders are legitimate road users and have the right to be treated with courtesy and care by others. This driver guide provides you with information regarding safe driving tips, road rules, driver education, and the risks of alcohol, drugs and speeding. On roads where there are lanes marked on the road, if your lane comes to an end, you must give way to traffic already. Please note this document is updated all drivers should. This information is also available in the road users handbook.
For more road rules information, quizzes and online videos, head to the department of transport and main roads site here. Heavy vehicles department of transport and main roads. When you change lanes, you must give way to any vehicle in the lane you are moving into. Your keys to driving in queensland your keys to driving. The your keys to driving in queensland publication is the road rules hand book for all drivers, including learner drivers. This information is also available in the road users handbook you can access the full text of the nsw road rules on the nsw legislation website before changing lane, signal in plenty of time and check for other vehicles by looking in your mirrors and your blind spot look over your. You should also read the motorcycle riders guide before taking the motorcycle test. Your keys to driving in queensland contains information about the queensland road rules. One of the major concerns we see are the courtesies or lack of around merging. What you need to know about safe following distances when driving. The updated november 2018 edition of your keys to driving in queensland is now available for immediate download. Road users handbook 1 this handbook is an interpretation of the law made easy to understand by using plain english.
Conversations continue with road rules refresher quizzes covering commonly misunderstood rules like merging, roundabouts and driving near bike riders. There is no corresponding rule in the australian road rules. It should be used as a guide by anyone preparing for their driver knowledge test or wanting to refresh their knowledge about queensland s road rules. This pages have been put together using qld road rules legislation as of 2009.
The changes to the child restraint rules mean a child under four. The rules and regulations and how they apply to different kinds of roads, vehicles and road users are in the australian road rules legislation. A road rule, which in theory seems like it should be easy to follow, is infuriating drivers, with many australians seemingly unable to get the hang of it. All drivers should refer to the departments website at. Any turn that exits the roundabout after 12 oclock can be considered a right turn. It should be used as a guide by anyone preparing for their driver knowledge test or wanting to refresh their knowledge about queenslands road rules. Road rules are developed for your safety so make sure you know and follow them at all times. For information for heavy vehicle drivers, please see. The information in this guide is an interpretation of the rules applying to road use in queensland. No matter how well you think you know the road rules, there is never a reason to be complacent. The tasmanian road rules handbook sets out the most common tasmanian road rules in a series of diagrams and explanatory text. Queensland road rules for cyclists queensland police news. For information for light vehicle drivers, please see the official new zealand road code.
Under the queensland road rules, bicycles are considered vehicles. This rule applies even if your lane is ending and you have to cross a lane line. Transport operations road use management road rules regulation 2009 page 2 2009 sl no. Queensland transport operations road use management act 1995 transport operations road use management road rules regulation 2009 current as at 26 july 20. Your keys to driving in queensland publication sets.
There are actually 2 different merging rules to remember, depending on the situation. If its your lane thats ending, its just like any other lane change, you must give way to any traffic already in the lane youre moving into. You never know when it may save you from getting fined or from causing a collision. To maximise uniformity between this regulation and the australian road rules, the numbers of some sections. Road users must ensure they are familiar with the road rules and comply with the requirements. Queensland transport operations road use management road rules regulation 2009. The drivers handbook provides an overview of the road rules and the laws for drivers licences and registering a vehicle in south australia.
Road rules pdf popular information on signs and signals, speed limits, making turns, roundabouts, indicating and signalling, giving way, road positioning, hazardous localities, alcohol and drugs, heavy vehicles and other rules and responsibilities. In this example, vehicle a white must give way to vehicle b yellow. For more information on qlds phone laws, you can download our pdf ebook that delves deeper into the matter. The laws around merging on our roads are pretty simple, and there are only two rules drivers need to remember. The rules change when there is more than one lane and both lanes merge into one with no road markings. Make sure you study your keys to driving in queensland. Bicycle riders have less protection than motorists and are more likely to be injured if there is a crash. Road rules transport and motoring queensland government. The queensland road rules are officially known as the transport operations road use management road rules regulation 2009. It seems a lot of people are not aware of a change in merging lanes road rules that occurred in 2012,nsw. A driver must give a minimum distance when passing a bicycle rider of one metre when the speed limit is not more than. Sharing the road with heavy vehicles department of transport.
Road use management road rules regulation 2009 part 18 miscellaneous road rules 296 driving a vehicle in reverse 1 the driver of a vehicle must not reverse the vehicle unless the driver can do so safely. This page outlines the key road rules changes that have been made in the last few years. Queensland road rules giving way at roundabouts youtube. Feb 26, 2018 ge as far as i know the national road rules were developed as a model and the states only use them for a guideline in determining which ones they adopt. In most cases this enables drivers to find a safe gap in. Correct merging rules in queensland streetwise driver. Be prepared to give extra room when a heavy vehicle uses an indicator. Queensland road rules refresher road rules refresher. The tasmanian road rules are an invaluable safety measure that, when followed, save lives. Nsw motorists urged to mind their merging 11 may 2016 nrma insurance is reminding new south wales drivers to take care and be vigilant when merging, with new research revealing merging is a common headache for many australian drivers. Below are the rules as stated by queensland transport relating to the two different give way rules for merging.
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