Speed Limit Signs
- 1/16The maximum open road speed limit for light vehicles towing trailers is
90km/h.: Towing vehicles often have reduced speed limits for safety.
The open road speed limit for school buses over 2000kg is
80km/h.: Heavier school buses have a lower speed limit to ensure safer travel.
You must drive at 20km/h or less when passing a stopped school bus if
The lights are flashing or children are getting on or off.: Regardless of direction, you must slow down to protect schoolchildren.
When driving slower than the limit with vehicles behind, you must
Keep as far left as safely possible.: This helps following traffic pass safely and maintains flow.
On roads with no centre line, you must be able to stop
In half the length of clear road you can see.: This ensures you can avoid head-on collisions on narrow roads.
A vehicle towing with a non-rigid connection has a maximum speed of
50km/h.: These setups are less stable and require slower speeds.
Temporary speed limit signs are typically used when
Roadworks or hazards are present.: These signs warn of altered conditions requiring lower speeds.
The recommended safe speed in good conditions.: The number guides you to maintain control through the bend.
When a red ring is flashing on a school zone sign
Drive no faster than 30 or 40km/h, depending on the sign.: This indicates the speed limit near schools during active times.
Adjust your speed to match it.: These signs are used to manage traffic flow safely.
When there’s no street lighting, parked cars must be
Clearly visible to other road users.: Use tail lights or position under lighting for safety at night.
If you exceed a permanent speed limit by over 40km/h
You face an automatic 28-day licence suspension.: Severe speeding offences carry serious penalties.
If you’re following a vehicle with a lower speed limit
Adjust your speed to maintain safe following distance.: Be aware of other vehicles’ speed restrictions to avoid collisions.
Angle parks require you to
Follow road markings and signs.: Some areas allow angle parking where indicated.
For heavy vehicles without suspension, the speed limit is
45km/h.: These vehicles have limited handling and require slower speeds.
If a crash or emergency sign is ahead, your speed must be
20km/h or less.: This protects emergency workers and others near the incident.