Anyone using new zealands roads contributes towards their upkeep. Road users handbook motor vehicle registry mvr your guide to safely sharing the roads in the northern territory august 2019. Knowing the road rules will help prepare you for safe driving. For other road users the handbook offers a way to check current road rules.
Licensing and road maintenance are under the purview of the transport department and the highways department respectively. The basic licence drivers handbook outlines the rules of the road, which apply to all road users including motorcyclists. The road users handbook provides practical information on nsw road rules as well as road safety, low risk driving, vehicle registration and penalties for driving offences. It provides practical information on road rules as well as road safety tips, lowrisk driving techniques, vehicle registration and penalties for. Crosssectional layout is ve ry importa nt from the. As a driver you share the road, it is vital for you to stay alert and be aware of motorcycles. Most importantly, the information in this publication could save your life. Navigation home road map road reports information get in touch report a road fault report a traffic light fault website. The northern territory governments roads reporting website provides uptodate information on all government controlled roads. A handbook for western australian road users major road rules and additional safety advice speed limits what are the speed limits. To help slow the spread of covid19 in our community, we request all customers to use our online services.
The handbook is essential reading for anyone learning to drive, or upgrading a licence. Jul 16, 2019 according to the nt road users handbook, it is against the law to park within 10 metres of an intersection without traffic lights, unless a sign allows you to park there. Roadrulesandtrafficoffences ntlawhbk austlii communities. It also provides information about canberra and the region from act government agencies, regional local government and the nongovernment sector.
The ta and tar can be accessed and downloaded at the nt government website. The nt has different licence classes for the various types of motor vehicles that use northern territory roads. You should also read the road users handbook to learn about road rules. A convenient online location for heartlands owners manuals in both pdf and web formats. Read about the rules of the road and basic driving skills in nt on nt. This act road rules handbook contains practical information to help you master the.
Northern territory road users are three times more likely to suffer an injury or fatality on our roads than any other state or territory in australia. Jun 29, 2016 the practice driver knowledge test will test your knowledge on the general road rules that apply to road users in the nt. This is based on the northern territory road users handbook you will need to study this before attempting the theory test. It provides practical information on road rules as well as road safety tips, lowrisk driving techniques, vehicle registration and penalties for driving offences. For example, gmis gear, mirrors, indicator, shoulder check and handbrake before pulling out from a kerb. Road user definition and meaning collins english dictionary. There is not a single law governing the rules of the road like other jurisdictions. This chapter focuses on the traffic offences that require court attendance. Other comprehensive guides released by the mvr include. The nt road users handbook is a comprehensive guide for. If you refer to the road users handbook published in december 2007 and thus being newer than the other reference, it shows that the default urban speed limit in the nt is still 60kmh. In the 10 years from 2007 to 2017, an average of 46 people died and 537 people were seriously injured each year on northern territory roads. Can you drive through a red light to let an emergency.
The heavy vehicle driver handbook is an informative resource addressing the rules and regulations that apply to heavy vehicles and the obligations of heavy vehicle drivers. This publication must be read in conjunction with the road users handbook and load restraint guide before undertaking a heavy vehicle driver knowledge test. Road users handbook introduction northern territory government. Staying safe on the road tac transport accident commission. You will see references to both drivers of motor vehicles and riders of motorcycles and to driving and riding. Your guide to safely sharing the roads in the northern territory. Road users handbook summary image 2 of 55 this summary is only an interpretation of the roads and maritime services road users handbook which itself is only an interpretation of the law made easy to understand by using plain english. Staying safe on the road is important for all drivers, however older drivers need to be particularly aware that there are a range of factors that can affect their driving and safety on the road. All road users in the northern territory are responsible for their actions and are subject to the rules, regulations, fees and charges as well as penalties.
It is published by the transport department there is not a single law governing the rules of the road like other jurisdictions. This handbook is a comprehensive guide to the road rules that apply in western australia. Licences section 2 road users handbook driving lessons. Protect yourself by wearing the correct safety gear and make sure you can be seen by other drivers. Changes to transport legislation in the northern territory commences on 11 december 2019. This handbook is not the law, but is a guide to some of the laws relating to driving in the northern territory. The access canberra website provides access to act government online services, payments, information and support. The nt road users handbook contains information about the rules of the road and basic driving skills.
Part 2 how to obtain a western australian licence 35. Others, such as drivers of light diesel vehicles and heavy vehicles like trucks, pay through road user charges ruc. The questions are selected from a pool of more than 300 questions. Always drive defensively so you wont have to pay for someone elses mistake. According to the nt road users handbook, it is against the law to park within 10 metres of an intersection without traffic lights, unless a sign allows you to park there.
Motor vehicle registry road users handbook vii rela ted publica tions. Heavy vehicle driver handbook roads and maritime services. The northern territory road users handbook is a comprehensive guide for the new driver, with important information in relation to obtaining a driver licence. Further information on road rules and traffic offences can be found in the northern territory road users handbook by clicking.
Other drivers may not be as skillful or as smart as you. You must get at least 26 out of 30 questions correct to pass. To prepare for your test you should study the nt road users handbook. The nt road users handbook is a comprehensive guide for all. This handbook is a supplement to the basic licence drivers handbook, which is available at all issuing agent offices. Before you start its always a good idea to check that we have the correct address to send your licence label to. You can use this as a guide to help you with your learners and driver licence tests.
The theory test, also known as the rider knowledge test, is based on the general road rules and other road rules that apply to motorcyclists in the northern territory. Buy a road user charges ruc licence before you start its always a good idea to check that we have the correct address to send your licence label to. Buy a road user charges ruc licence nz transport agency. Compliance and licensing division department of infrastructure government of the northwest territories for further information, please consult our website. Read the road rules and driving skills for all drivers in the northern territory. The label is posted to the registered persons address and should arrive within five working days. The nt road users handbook is a comprehensive guide for all drivers. The handbook also explains many of the australian road rules which are used in each state and territory of australia. The handbook also explains the australian road rules which are used in each state and territory of australia. Jun 29, 2016 the nt road users handbook contains information about the rules of the road and basic driving skills.
Mar 10, 2015 to obtain your nt learners licence you must be at least 16 years of age, pass an eyesight test and successfully complete a test conducted by a private driving examiner. Read through the road users handbook to refresh yourself on the current road rules, and in particular the system of vehicle control. An increase in the number of dishonest road users lying about accidents to claim compensation has led to a rise in motor insurance premiums. This applies to pedestrians as much as to drivers and riders. Offences dangerous driving offences murder and manslaughter.
Thats what prompted the government to lengthen the driver learning process to a minimum of 3 years. To obtain your nt learners licence you must be at least 16 years of age, pass an eyesight test and successfully complete a test conducted by a private driving examiner. Motor vehicle registry nt government motor vehicle. For the purposes of this handbook, the terms driver and driving. Drivers in the northern territory are also required to pull over to the left in order to. Ruc rates are changing for most powered and unpowered vehicles from 1 october 2018. The road users handbook is a plain english overview of road and traffic legislation. Department of transport content provided with permission of nt govt, department of transport 2016. Further information on road rules and traffic offences can be found in the northern territory road users handbook by clicking here.
Driving in the northern territory road safety and trip planning for travellers brochure. Other road users can refer to the handbook to check current road rules or to refresh their understanding about road safety and safe driving techniques. Relevant laws change frequently so make sure you have the most recent handbook. The handbook contains information about the rules of the road and basic driving skills. Drivers aged 1720 are twice as likely to be involved in crashes that result in an injury or death. If you need to visit or call an office, check if there are changed hours on the northern territory government website.
This road users handbook is extremely helpful in preparing for new south wales driver knowledge test. The road users handbook is an exquisite piece of australian literature that will teach you in the ways of the road warrior. Oct 01, 2018 anyone using new zealands roads contributes towards their upkeep. It is important that all road users are aware of the handbook and are considerate towards each other. The northern territory government, its servants and agents expressly disclaim all liability to any person, whether a purchaser or reader of. It will inspire you grab a rattle can and spray that grin a shiny chrome as you steer that roaring v8 through the gates of valhalla. The rules are intended to greatly reduce accidents and casulties and for all road users to reach their destinations safely. To learn the road rules, download a free copy of the nt road users handbook. Drive safe a handbook for west australian road users. Northern territory government boards handbook department of the chief minister page 6 of 41 february 2017, version 3 1 introduction this handbook explains the role of government boards and committees, the responsibilities of those who serve the community and government as members of those bodies, and general.
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