DKT VIC Parking and Stopping Rules

Question 1

How far from an intersection controlled by traffic lights must you NOT park your vehicle in Victoria?

Accepted Answer

Within 20 metres

Answer

Victorian road rules prohibit parking within 20 metres of an intersection that has traffic lights.

Question 2

How close to a fire hydrant are you NOT allowed to park in Victoria?

Accepted Answer

Within 1 metre

Answer

You must not park within 1 metre of a fire hydrant so emergency services can access it quickly.

Question 3

What does a 'No Stopping' sign (or yellow painted kerb) mean?

Accepted Answer

You cannot stop your vehicle there at any time

Answer

A No Stopping sign or yellow kerb means you must not stop your vehicle at that location under any circumstances.

Question 4

When parking facing downhill next to a kerb, which way should you turn your front wheels?

Accepted Answer

Toward the kerb

Answer

When facing downhill, turning wheels toward the kerb means the kerb will stop the vehicle if the handbrake fails.

Question 5

How far before a bus stop must you NOT park in Victoria?

Accepted Answer

20 metres

Answer

You must not park within 20 metres before a bus stop to ensure buses can safely pull in and out.

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