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SELF-DRIVE & rules of the road SELF-DRIVE - THE ULTIMATE HOLIDAY A self-drive holiday provides you with flexibility to suit your needs creating opportunities to explore breathtaking scenery and local culture. Whether you choose to stay close to the cities or go off the beaten track – you have complete control of your holiday. Enjoy an Ultimate Holiday and choose from one of the featured self-drive options. Rental Cars Driving in Australia is a very popular option for New Zealanders. While the highways can be busy, the roads are generally in excellent condition and well sign-posted. You may take your rental car into different states however if you are planning on returning to a different state from where you collected your vehicle it may pay to check the one way hire fee as these can be expensive depending on the distance, in particular if you are driving to Western Australia and or the Northern Territory. All our rental car companies offer a large range of vehicles to cater for a single passenger up to a large family or group. When choosing your rental car, take into consideration the size of the vehicle you require. Think about the length of time you will need the car and how far you plan to travel. For longer trips you will be more comfortable in a larger car especially if you plan to do a bit of shopping along the way! Motorhomes What better way to explore Australia than being in your ‘home away from home’. Motorhomes not only include your transportation but it is also your accommodation on wheels, so no need to worry about packing and unpacking all the time. You have the freedom to explore the vast countryside and unique experiences away from the cities and highways. Once you have had enough for the day, park up and settle in for the night. We have a number of different motorhome options to suit your needs. Drive Australia - Rules of the Road If you intend to hire a vehicle in Australia, it is important for both your safety and enjoyment, that you understand the rules of the road. Road rules • Drive on the left side of the road. • Do not drink and drive. In Australia, drinking and driving is considered a very serious offence. Roadside testing units to check the blood alcohol level in motorists are very common. The alcohol limit is 0.05. • Speed limits vary from state to state, so you should pay attention and adhere to the posted speed limits. As a general rule the top speed limit in most states is 110kms/hour and 40-60kms/hour in residential or commercial areas. • When facing a ‘Stop’ or ‘Give Way’ sign you must bring your vehicle to a complete stop. • Give way to pedestrians who are crossing the street into which you are turning, whether you are turning left or right. • Do not cross double broken lines or an unbroken line on your side of a broken line. • At T-junctions the driver approaching the intersection along the terminating road must give way to all traffic on the continuing road, unless the other traffic has a ‘Stop’ or ‘Give Way’ sign. • ‘Hook signs’ are found only in central Melbourne. The sign may be at the side of the road or hung from tram wires. If you need to turn right at one of these intersections you must make a ‘hook turn’. Begin your right turn from the left lane. • Do not overtake other traffic when: approaching a pedestrian or school crossing or an intersection, approaching the crest of a hill, on a blind corner, where there are double unbroken lines or an unbroken line on your side of the centre line. • Drivers entering a roundabout must give way to the traffic already entering or leaving the roundabout. • Headlights must be used while driving between the hours of sunset or sunrise. • If you are involved in an accident you must notify the police immediately. You should then contact your nearest rental car depot. • Road Tolls – There are a number of road tolls throughout Australia. We recommend visiting www.mtRTA.com prior to your departure from New Zealand to ensure you have the most up-to-date information based on where you plan on driving in Australia. There are hefty fines for all cars with out an E-Tag. Petrol Price Information guide Unleaded petrol (per litre) State AU$ Approx NZ$ ACT $1.56 $2.08 New South Wales $1.32 $1.76 Northern Territory $1.59 $2.12 Queensland $1.34 $1.78 South Australia $1.39 $1.85 Tasmania $1.53 $2.04 Western Australia $1.35 $1.80 Victoria $1.37 $1.82 Information obtained from www.motormouth.com.au Please use the above table as a guide only as petrol prices are constantly changing. 4 The above information is correct at time of printing and subject to change at any time without notice. Please use petrol prices as a guide only.
Darwin Airport Resort Australis Noosa Lakes Leisure Inn Pokolbin Hill Hotel Passes GO Koala Hotel Pass GO KOALA is a convenient, flexible, and cost effective voucher programme designed specifically for the independent traveller/visitor to Australia. Passengers may purchase pre-booked or open-dated accommodation vouchers depending on the degree of flexibility they desire. This pass product offers the most comprehensive hotel product than any of its other competitors, particularly in the most sought-after destinations like the Northern Territory, Tasmania and Queensland. GO KOALA features an excellent range of accommodation properties ranging from 3 to 5 star standard located in key city, resort and regional locations throughout all States and Territories of Australia. Bronze from $74 per person, per night, share double Generally good standard budget style hotels and motels located in regional Australia and / or city locations. Why do our clients love Go Koala? • Easy to book! • Good coverage of properties in regional and outback locations • Represents significant overall value and flexibility • Choice of pre booked accommodation or open-dated vouchers • No minimum or maximum night requirements The range of accommodation is so varied that the hotels have been divided into six colour categories to assist your clients in planning their holiday. Silver from $92 per person, per night, share double Standard quality accommodation with good range of facilities. Gold from $109 per person, per night, share double First Class hotels and resorts with excellent services and facilities. Jade from $126 per person, per night, share double Superior accommodation in many locations throughout Australia. Platinum from $150 per person, per night, share double Deluxe style hotels and resorts located in city or resort destinations. Platinum Plus from $180 per person, per night, share double Mainly excellent hotels, resorts and remote locations. GOLDEN CHAIN MOTEL PASS The best way to experience Australia is to stay in accommodation that’s as unique and friendly as Australia itself! Golden Chain also know that you want to relax and enjoy everything that Australia has to offer with the assurance that your accommodation is welcoming and comfortable. Proudly all-Australian and with over 135 properties across all States and Territories of Australia, Golden Chain are proud of their consistent high standards. You can be assured of excellent value for money at any of their properties. BLUE from $72 per person, per night, share double Good quality standard accommodation green from $85 per person, per night, share double Excellent quality mid range accommodation gold from $103 per person, per night, share double Superior accommodation BENEFITS OF THE GOLDEN CHAIN MOTEL PASS SYSTEM • One rate per night, single or double occupancy • Simple, flexible and easy to use open dated or pre booked voucher system • Golden Chain Australia Directory provided • All properties feature tea/coffee making facilities, private bathrooms, fridge and television 5
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