The new Sydney road rules you need to know about

Or cop a fine up to $344. - by Laura Barry

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Sydneysiders have been patiently awaiting the opening of the infamous CBD and Eastern Suburbs light rail system, and local authorities are now warning drivers, cyclists and pedestrians to pay attention to the new light rail road rules – or cop a fine.

Aside from a number of new speed limits that apply from this week, drivers have a whole host of new rules to learn to accommodate the new light rail tracks.

Give way to pedestrians near a stopped tram – fines up to $191 and 2 demerit points
Do not drive on a safety zone - fines up to $191 and 2 demerit points
Do not overtake a tram signalling left or right - fines up to $191 and 2 demerit points
Do not drive into the path of an approaching tram – fines up to $344 and 3 demerit points
Do not block a tram - fines up to $344 and 3 demerit points
Pedestrians must not cross light rail tracks in an unsafe way – fines can be up to $76

While pedestrians can cross the light rail tracks at any point, you must do so only when you are 20 metres or more from the nearest traffic signals – but this does not apply to the pedestrian boulevard on George Street.

Moral of the story? Sydneysiders would do well to make themselves familiar with the changed road conditions in the CBD this Christmas.

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Laura Barry

Laura Barry is a writer, bookworm and interior design enthusiast with a love for reporting on all things homes, travel and lifestyle. When not tapping away at her keyboard, Laura can be found making endless cups of tea or perusing the shelves of Sydney’s many bookstores.

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