weird driving rules in Oz
#16
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Re: weird driving rules in Oz
Originally Posted by jond
When in Port Douglas I saw someone get pulled up because he did not indicate when going round a bend that had a turnoff on it, even though he was just going round the bend.
My brother in Law also got in a bit of bother when he moved to Melbourne because he kept edging out into the traffic, a bit of a hard habit to break when you are used to driving in the East End of London.
John
My brother in Law also got in a bit of bother when he moved to Melbourne because he kept edging out into the traffic, a bit of a hard habit to break when you are used to driving in the East End of London.
John
We think everyone is loopy, indicating to go round the bend. Where the hell else are they going to go? and why aren't people as good at indicating when they are going to turn off the main flow of traffic? grrr!
#17
Re: weird driving rules in Oz
Originally Posted by DollyDaydream
They have rules??? coz I sure didn't notice many when we were over there
D D
D D
I'm pretty sure that if you have a Toorak Tractor you are exempt from obeying any driving rules.
#18
Re: weird driving rules in Oz
From my memory don't one way carriageways have a wrong way go back sign? That should be enough to suggest the general standard of driving!
Swapped jobs and homes with an Aussie a few years back - you can imagine what they thought of our country lanes!
Bezza
Swapped jobs and homes with an Aussie a few years back - you can imagine what they thought of our country lanes!
Bezza
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Re: weird driving rules in Oz
Originally Posted by JohnAndNetta
Valid for 3 months - then sit the test - but its not practical, just theoretical, and supposed to be quite easy.
This is certainly the case in QLD, but not sure about other states. I assume its the same
This is certainly the case in QLD, but not sure about other states. I assume its the same
#20
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Re: weird driving rules in Oz
Originally Posted by Perthforme
Roundabouts can be dodgy as the rule used to be 1st on it had right of way till early 90's now its give way to right but will still be some old school drivers out there , beep beep :scared:
Roundabout Rules They are beginning to advertise it again as so many people get it wrong
From the NRMA
Do roundabout rules leave you feeling dizzy and confused?
Many people are unclear about who has right of way and when is the appropriate time to indicate when using a roundabout. Here we unravel the roundabout mystery:
Take special care when you approach a roundabout. Slow down and prepare to give way to any vehicle in the roundabout. Only enter the roundabout when there is a safe gap in the traffic.
Many people are unclear about who has right of way and when is the appropriate time to indicate when using a roundabout. Here we unravel the roundabout mystery:
Take special care when you approach a roundabout. Slow down and prepare to give way to any vehicle in the roundabout. Only enter the roundabout when there is a safe gap in the traffic.
Who gives way at a roundabout?
A vehicle approaching a roundabout must give way to any vehicles that are already on the roundabout.
#21
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Re: weird driving rules in Oz
Originally Posted by marie197500
hi
does anybody know whether our english license will suffice over their or do we need to retake test
marie
does anybody know whether our english license will suffice over their or do we need to retake test
marie
#22
Re: weird driving rules in Oz
How's this meant to help?
http://www.hobbiesplus.com.au/signsp...goback0197.JPG
By the time you've read it ...... crash!
Bezza
http://www.hobbiesplus.com.au/signsp...goback0197.JPG
By the time you've read it ...... crash!
Bezza
#23
Joined: Feb 2004
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Re: weird driving rules in Oz
Originally Posted by ABCDiamond
Roundabout Rules They are beginning to advertise it again as so many people get it wrong
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What's that indicating left when going straight across a rounabaout, thing about
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#24
Joined: Mar 2004
Posts: 123
Re: weird driving rules in Oz
Originally Posted by marie197500
hi
does anybody know whether our english license will suffice over their or do we need to retake test
marie
does anybody know whether our english license will suffice over their or do we need to retake test
marie
Truck liceneces aren't recognised for some reason though ???
#25
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Re: weird driving rules in Oz
Originally Posted by kiwiloverjohn
Valid for 3 months in NSW then you simply exchange it for NSW licnece, no test no theory no drama, you can purchase (I think this is right) a 1 , 3 or 5 year licence then.
Truck liceneces aren't recognised for some reason though ???
Truck liceneces aren't recognised for some reason though ???
#26
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Re: weird driving rules in Oz
My advice is drive quite aggressively and don't let any one in turning from a junction etc, because thats how they drive here. Don't speed, because the speed cameras are invisible and they will always catch you, even if you break the limit for a second. I've been done FOUR TIMES NOW. Also learn the parking signs like your life depends on it, because your car can only be left for a couple of minutes and you will still get a ticket. I've been done THREE TIMES FOR THIS TOO. Careful with drink/drugs because the cops do regular random breath tests, too. When I was learning the driving rules handbook to take my test in Victoria (just before they relaxed the rule - bloody typical!) I didn't notice anything about turning left at red signals if it is safe, not for Victoria anyway.
I'll stop rambling on now.
I'll stop rambling on now.
#27
Re: weird driving rules in Oz
Originally Posted by Nick11
Are there any weird driving rules in Oz - like the one in USA where you can turn at a red light if there's nothing coming.Just thought I'd ask
Nick
Nick
1. drive as close to the car in front of you as possible :scared:
2. stay in the outside lane for as long as you can, driving at the slowest possible speed
3. never park within a parking bay, always park over the line
4. never let another car out at a junction or slip road
5. never freely give up right of way
Sam
#28
Re: weird driving rules in Oz
Originally Posted by sam&molly
There are a couple of strange unwritten rules when driving in OZ:
1. drive as close to the car in front of you as possible :scared:
2. stay in the outside lane for as long as you can, driving at the slowest possible speed
3. never park within a parking bay, always park over the line
4. never let another car out at a junction or slip road
5. never freely give up right of way
Sam
1. drive as close to the car in front of you as possible :scared:
2. stay in the outside lane for as long as you can, driving at the slowest possible speed
3. never park within a parking bay, always park over the line
4. never let another car out at a junction or slip road
5. never freely give up right of way
Sam
When in a multistory car park don't wait for a car doing a parking maneuver. Just squeeze past and block.
When looking for a space in a multistory don’t let people leave a space or block them trying to exit. It must be easier to find a space if you block people actually in the spaces.
When approaching a roundabout don’t bother to give way and if you do make sure its at the wrong time, like if someone wants to get on from the exit to your left!
When on the number 1 pacific highway make sure you stay in the left hand lane that is about to run out for as long as possible then without looking behind to see if its safe pull out into the fast or overtaking lane.
Remember to be blissfully unaware of your surroundings and leave your cruise control on set to 10kph less than the speed limit. Now its safe to fall asleep.
Also be extra courteous to fellow road users by always speeding up to match an overtaking car.
When overtaking on a freeway do so as slowly as possible and carefully adjust your speed to 1kph faster than the car you are overtaking, take as long as you can to pass the car and ignore the cars now running up your backside.
Hoot as much as possible when you see someone else do a U turn at a set of lights that they are not supposed to. HOOT HOOT TELLING!
Save fuel by getting within 3 feet of the car in front and use his slip stream to reduce drag on your car.
Oh and one last thing always lock you car or get a fine.
#29
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Re: weird driving rules in Oz
On entering a car park with plenty of empty spaces, pick a car at random and place your car close behind it. Be prepared to wait until the owner returns from shopping and moves their vehicle, then you can nip into the space. Much easier than parking in all the empty places around......
(I kid you not, they all do it here! WHY!!!!! Good game to play if you see someone waiting for you to move - get into your car and just sit there for several minutes without moving - winds people up no end as they rev their engine, waiting to move in on that favourite space...... )
(I kid you not, they all do it here! WHY!!!!! Good game to play if you see someone waiting for you to move - get into your car and just sit there for several minutes without moving - winds people up no end as they rev their engine, waiting to move in on that favourite space...... )
#30
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Re: weird driving rules in Oz
Originally Posted by Nick11
Are there any weird driving rules in Oz - like the one in USA where you can turn at a red light if there's nothing coming.Just thought I'd ask
Nick
Nick
Drive as close to the rear bumper of the car in front, as close to, or over the permittaed speed limit, until you have intimidated the driver in front so much that they pull over and let you past.