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MAPS &<br />
TRANSPORT<br />
93 | MAPS & TRANSPORT<br />
MOTORING TIPS<br />
If you wish to drive on the <strong>Gold</strong> <strong>Coast</strong> you<br />
must hold a current, valid driving licence issued<br />
in the country in which you live. Carry it with<br />
you at all times when driving. Vehicles travel on<br />
the left side of the road.<br />
Make sure you always carry a current road map<br />
and before you take off on your trip please<br />
take the time to familiarise yourself with the<br />
local streets and area and the speed limits<br />
that apply.<br />
All occupants of a vehicle must wear seatbelts<br />
at all times and it is illegal to use a hand-held<br />
mobile telephone when driving... Heavy fines<br />
apply!<br />
If you are riding a bicycle, moped, motor<br />
scooter or a motorcycle, it is the law that you<br />
wear a crash helmet.<br />
Avoid drinking alcohol before driving and you<br />
must not drive if your blood alcohol level is<br />
0.05% or higher. Queensland has strict laws on<br />
drinking and driving and the police do actively<br />
enforce them.<br />
In a built-up area, you should drive no faster<br />
than 50 km/h unless there is a sign stating<br />
otherwise. Give way to the right at unsigned<br />
cross intersections. Obey the speed limit.<br />
A STOP sign means all wheels of your vehicle<br />
must come to a complete halt.<br />
A u-turn is not allowed at a set of traffic lights<br />
unless a sign states you can. Most of all share<br />
the road safely and responsibly.<br />
In an emergency, phone 000 for police, fire or<br />
ambulance.
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