Australia’s road rules are closest to those of New Zealand. However, New Zealanders still crash for the same reasons as every other driver does (usually inattention). There are a number of reasons you need to know the road rules in Australia:
- You must drive within the law otherwise you will be subject to fines, demerit points and (in the worst case) prison time if you contravene the law
- Knowing the road rules means that you are a safer driver and it helps keep other road users safe
- You must know rules relating to driving after consuming alcohol or taking drugs
- It’s important to know your obligations for keeping your car or motorbike legally able to be driven.
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