Major road rule changes coming in 2025
A spate of road rule changes are set to take effect in 2025. Here’s how they will affect you.
On The Road
Aussies hit by ‘artificially inflated’ fuel prices
Competition and the free market has not reduced petrol prices in Australia’s largest cities, the NRMA finds.
Road train smashes into historic Aussie town
The driver allegedly drove off before being caught by authorities in a nearby town.
‘Bong-wielding man’ goes berserk on highway
A well-known wildlife expert was attacked with what appears to be a bong in a bizarre road rage incident.
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Hunt for truck after alleged hit-and-run
Police are searching for a truck allegedly involved in a hit-and-run, which caused extensive damage to parked car on a busy freeway.
Brawl erupts after multi-vehicle crash
Five people have been arrested after a fight erupted moments after a multi-vehicle crash on a busy motorway.
Alarming driving act to cost motorists $5000
Motorists found guilty of particular driving offences could face prison terms and massive fines, under a new plan.
Young woman dies in fiery crash
A passer-by attempted to rescue the woman from her burning car, but the teenager died at the scene.
Car fraudster’s $160k Facebook swindle
A court has been told how a man “duped” motorists into buying luxury cars with their odometers wound back before pocketing thousands in profits.
Worst spot for EVs revealed
Home of fake tan, jet skis and beachfront high rises, one Australian region has been named the best for EVs in the country.
Horror day as two die in crashes
It’s been a horror day on the roads in one state, with two men dying in separate crashes.
Furious cyclist hit with instant karma
A millionaire cyclist who raged against a young driver and called the police has been hit with a dose of instant karma.
Cops hunt ‘red rider’ after fatal crash
Police are chasing the rider of a red motorcycle after a fatal crash left a teen dead on the road.
Obscure road rule could cost you $410
A woman has issued a warning to Aussie drivers over a little-known road rule which can incur hefty fines of up to $410.
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