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| What are the new laws for drivers passing cyclists?
From March 1, drivers in NSW must leave at least one metre of space when passing a cyclist in speed zones of 60km/h or less. They must leave at least 1.5 metres in higher speed zones.
Is this just in NSW?
No. A trial of the laws has been in place in Queensland since April 2014. Similar measures were recently implemented in the ACT and South Australia. Tasmania also amended road rules a year ago to allow safer passing of cyclists.
What's this about an exemption on dividing lines?
If it is safe to do so, drivers can cross centre dividing lines or continuous lane-dividing lines to overtake a cyclist. They can also drive on painted islands and dividing strips to pass a bicycle, when safe to do so. If it's not safe, drivers must slow down and wait until there is enough space to pass.
Read more: http://www.smh.com.au/nsw/new-nsw-cycling-fines-and-metre-passing-laws-what-you-need-to-know-for-march-1-20160224-gn34fi.html#ixzz41G9U0wjn |
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