The little-known road rule that could get you a $387 fine

One Council’s reminder has sparked a conversation online. Did you know about this? 

As well as you might think you know the rules of the road, there will always be a few that slip through the cracks.

One Council’s reminder has sparked a conversation about one little-known rule in particular, which, if not obeyed, could set you back a whopping $387.

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The little-known rule

Bayside Council took to Facebook this week to share a reminder about a road rule many people are forgetting.

“Did you know that unbroken yellow edge lines indicate ‘No Stopping’ zones at intersections and along roadsides?” Bayside Council said in the post.

“These lines are a durable alternative to traditional signage and are enforceable under the same rules as ‘No Stopping’ signs.”

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“They just don’t work!”

It’s fair to say that more than a few people had questions about the rule, commenting on the post saying that it’s confusing, not enforced, or just plain unfair.

“Would love to see a continuous line in a 90 degree angle in the direction of the middle of the left lane to indicate where it finishes, as in most cases the line beside the curb ware's out easily,” one commenter said.

“They just don't work put the signs with them NO STOPPING. Easy tickets but no compliance with just continuous yellow lines only. Same with 10 metres from intersections.” said another.

“Did you know this is a very despicable way to raise revenue also reducing the already depleted parking options in our neighbourhoods?” a third questioned.

However, the National Road Rule allowing yellow lines to replace No Stopping signs was included in the Australian Road Rules 1999 and was written into NSW legislation in 2008, meaning it should hardly be new information for drivers.

But, with hefty fines exceeding $275 ($387 and 2 demerit points in a school zone) it’s more important now than ever to be aware.

Know your rules!

This isn’t the first time drivers have been caught out on a road rule they had no idea about.

Earlier this month, Aussie woman Alice Brennan posted a photo on LinkedIn, showing herself sitting in the passenger seat of a car with her seatbelt diagonally across her stomach, instead of over the shoulder.

According to Alice, she had no idea the simple mistake could result in such a hefty fine.

“JUST GOT FINED $410 FOR TEMPORARILY WEARING MY SEATBELT LIKE THIS,” the post said.

“Surely that’s not right?”

However, one commenter on the post clarified that though it is frustrating, mobile phone detection cameras in NSW began enforcing seatbelt laws on July 1, 2024.

This means that as of recently, fines are being handed out daily for things like unrestrained babies, children sharing seats with adults, and adults either not wearing seatbelts or wearing them incorrectly, starting from $387.

Originally published as The little-known road rule that could get you a $387 fine