the driver's handbook

Cyclists
To share the road safely with cyclists, drivers should:
• scan the road ahead for cyclists
• when turning or entering an intersection look for cyclists and
give way as you would for any other vehicle
• give cyclists plenty of room; a minimum of 1m clearance when
overtaking
• before opening a car door, look behind and over your right
shoulder for cyclists
• not drive, stop or park in a bicycle lane (you can cross a bicycle
lane to turn left, enter private property or park in a parking lane
providing you indicate and give way to any cyclists)
• remember that cyclists can legally ride two abreast, so be
patient as you approach and overtake only when safe.
Horse riders
Under the Australian Road Rules, a horse is considered a vehicle
and therefore is permitted to be ridden on the road. If you see a
horse and rider on or near a road you should:
• treat the horse as a potential hazard
• slow down and, when safe, pass with care
• stop your vehicle on the left side of the road and turn off the
engine if the horse is unsettled or the rider signals this to you
• not accelerate or rev your engine near a horse
• not sound your horn or make unnecessary noise
• not throw objects or shout at a horse or rider.
This road sign indicates that horses may be
present, so drive with caution.
Note that drivers and passengers are not
permitted to lead an animal while driving.
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