With many of us hosting visitors, seeing family and friends and attending events, the chance of getting an infringement notice is higher than usual.

To help you avoid a ticket, here’s a reminder on some of the road rules that are easily forgotten or misunderstood.

1. Mind the gap in your driveway
   Parking on or across a driveway is not allowed, even if it’s yours. This is so pedestrians can safely access the pavement and your property. Instead, ensure your car is wholly within the front boundary of your property or safely on the street.
2. Nature strips are a no-go
   Avoid the temptation to park on a nature strip or path. Whether it’s a car, boat or camper trailer, keep your wheels firmly on the road and parallel park in the direction of travel.
3. No short stops at bus stops
   Stopping in a bus zone or 20 metres before or 10 metres after the bus stop is not allowed, regardless of how quick you are. Instead keep your eyes peeled for a legal parking alternative beyond these distances.
4. Median monitoring
   Be sure there’s at least 3 metres between the outside edge of your car and the median strip of double white lines when parking, unless a sign says otherwise.  This allows other vehicles to safely pass and helps avoid side swipes to your car.
5. Intersection perfection
   Always allow 10 metres from the front or rear of your car and an intersecting road when parking. There are some exceptions, so check for signs.

You can find more parking rules on our website.