This comprehensive handbook outlines the key rules and responsibilities for everyone using NSW roads—drivers, motorcyclists, cyclists, and pedestrians. Written in clear, accessible language, it isn’t a legal statute but an essential guide to help you drive safely and legally. Covered topics include:
- Licence info: Minimum age, tests needed (DKT, hazard perception, driving), licence stages (learner → P1 → P2 → full licence)
- Safe driving practices: Managing fatigue, seatbelt use, speed limits, and avoiding distractions
- Sharing the road: Right-of-way rules, handling intersections, overtaking, and giving space to pedestrians, cyclists, and motorcyclists
- Vehicle requirements: Importance of registration, roadworthiness checks, and vehicle safety standards
- Penalties and enforcement: Fines, demerit points, licence suspensions, and how to manage unpaid penalties
It also includes practical advice for driving in challenging conditions, road signs, line markings, parking rules, and environmental tips like avoiding littering from your vehicle. This handbook is the official resource to prepare for your Driver Knowledge Test, and it's available in multiple community languages. A perfect reference for learner drivers, licence upgraders, experienced drivers staying up-to-date, or international visitors planning to drive in NSW.
Download the full Road User Handbook (PDF, ~7MB)