These road signs supply you with information that you’ll need for a road trip like distances, state highway numbers and road conditions. These signs are normally a rectangle shape and vary in size and colour.

These road signs will make you aware of any upcoming road conditions. This can indicate the presence of people, animals, or a hidden change in the road. They are usually placed at the start of an area of caution.

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These road signs alert drivers of any temporary road hazards. This may include roadworks, road accidents, fallen trees or floods. They are always placed at the start of an area where extra caution is needed.

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These special signs are reserved for large road trains that are supported by pilot vehicles. These heavy vehicles usually carry very large loads on public roads and rely on special signage to signal to driver’s that they should slow down until it’s safe enough to drive at a normal speed.

Hazard symbols and meanings

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The majority of road signs can be categorised into three main groups: regulatory, warning and information. Here in Australia, we also have specific animal road signs.

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These road signs will alert you to any possible dangers ahead. They are usually yellow with black symbols or letters and (mostly) diamond in shape. There are two types of warning signs: permanent and temporary.

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Road signs and their rules can vary in different Australian states so it’s important to follow the rules according to the state you’re currently in.

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These road signs will alert you to any animal that you may encounter on Australian roads. Australia has a large amount of animals that can cause an accident while on the road. Similar to warning signs, animal road signs are usually yellow with black letters and symbols.

In Western Australia keep an eye out for any signs indicating “Roundabout Directional Lanes”. These signs identify when you can use multiple lanes at a roundabout and what direction you can turn in according to the lane you’re driving in.

In Victoria you can make a “hook turn” at an intersection when you see a “Right Turn from Left Only” sign. Drivers are also permitted from making a U-turn at traffic lights unless there’s a sign prohibiting it.

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Guides and route markers – tells you where to exit highways and freeways. Route markers steer drivers onto major routes (popular road trips etc.)

These types of road signs control traffic and must be adhered to while driving. They are almost always red and/or black on a white background.

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