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Rules of the Road
Rules of the Road
Short, practical lessons covering the rules and numbers you need to know.
1 of 15
Licence codes and driver responsibilities
Know what your learner licence allows, carry the correct documents and take responsibility for using the road legally and safely.
2 of 15
Lights and visibility
Lights help you see, be seen and communicate. They must work, remain unobscured and be used for the conditions.
3 of 15
A roadworthy, controllable vehicle
A safe vehicle gives the driver a clear view and reliable steering, brakes, tyres, mirrors and warning devices.
4 of 15
Seatbelts, child safety and helmets
The driver is responsible for making sure occupants use available restraints, while motorcycle riders and passengers need suitable helmets.
5 of 15
Speed limits and safe speed
A posted limit overrides the general limit. Even below the limit, choose a speed that is safe for traffic, visibility, surface and vehicle load.
6 of 15
Loads, passengers and projections
Loads must stay secure, keep the driver's view clear and remain within permitted dimensions and markings.
7 of 15
Keeping left, shoulders and lanes
Keep left, stay in your lane and make every lane change early, visible and safe.
8 of 15
Overtaking safely
Overtake only when you have a clear view, enough space and a legal route back into your lane.
9 of 15
Intersections and right of way
Approach every intersection ready to yield, stop or adjust for signs, signals, traffic officers and other road users.
10 of 15
Parking and stopping
A vehicle must not be left where it hides signs, blocks access, reduces visibility or creates danger.
11 of 15
Following distance and driver duties
Leave time to see, decide and stop. Your gap must grow when the vehicle, surface or visibility increases stopping distance.
12 of 15
Motorcycle riding rules
Motorcycle riders must remain properly seated, keep control and carry passengers or loads only as the law allows.
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Pedestrians, emergency vehicles and freeways
Protect vulnerable road users, give emergency vehicles room and treat a freeway as a high-speed controlled environment.
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Towing, railway crossings and compulsory stops
Towing needs the correct connection, speed and control. Stop whenever signs, officers or road conditions require it.
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Accidents, impairment and emergencies
After a collision, stop, help, exchange the required details and report when required. Never drive impaired or recklessly.