Parking and Stopping Rules Flashcards

How far from a children's crossing must you NOT park in Victoria?

Answer: Within 20 metres

You must not park within 20 metres of a children's crossing to ensure drivers can see children waiting to cross.

What is 'double parking'?

Answer: Parking your vehicle alongside another vehicle that is already parked at the kerb

Double parking means stopping next to a vehicle already parked at the kerb, blocking the traffic lane, and is illegal.

When may a driver use a loading zone in Victoria?

Answer: When picking up or delivering goods within the time limit shown on the sign

Loading zones are for the purpose of loading or unloading goods within the time shown, not for general parking.

How far from an intersection WITHOUT traffic lights must you NOT park in Victoria?

Answer: Within 10 metres

At intersections without traffic lights, you must not park within 10 metres, which is less than the 20 metres required at signalised intersections.

Before opening your car door after parking, what should you do?

Answer: Check for passing cyclists and other vehicles in your mirror and over your shoulder

Checking mirrors and blind spots before opening your door prevents 'dooring' cyclists or being struck by passing vehicles.

Who is permitted to park in a marked disabled parking space?

Answer: Only vehicles displaying a valid disabled parking permit

Disabled parking spaces may only be used by vehicles displaying a valid disabled parking permit issued to the user or their carer.

What does it mean when a parking sign shows times such as '7:30am – 9:30am, Mon–Fri'?

Answer: The parking restriction applies only during those days and hours

Parking signs with time and day details mean the restriction is only enforced during those specified hours on those days — outside those times you may park freely unless other signs apply.