Tasmanian sign ranks highest in most liked Instagram funny road signs across Australia
Hilarious signs can keep any road trip entertaining, and Australia has some quirky ones. See the top 10
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The unusual site of a Tasmania Devil sign isn’t quite as uncommon in our Apple Island, but one altered sign takes the cake.
A devil with sharpened teeth and wings has been recognised as Australia’s most liked, and hilarious, road sign.
Posted by self-proclaimed animal whisper Daxon, it amassed more than 23,000 likes to top the chart.
The data was compiled by Right2Drive and included scouring hashtags such as #roadsignsofaustralia, #roadsignsaustralia and #funnyroadsigns.
Coming in a close second is road sign trivia found on the mainland, such as asking what is the highest mountain in Queensland.
The third and fourth most liked signs draw on the Australian dry humour with a ‘water on road’ signing guarding an obviously flooded patch of road and the age-old question ‘how long to go mum’ erected on a sign in the Whitsundays
Another one popularly found in Tasmania, but snapped on the Great Ocean Road, is the warning to keep clear of unstable cliffs.
While road signs warning of Australia’s, and the country’s, animals took out the sixth and seventh spots.
Spot eight was claimed by the helpful instruction to foreigners to drive on the left hand side of the road, while in South Australia a sign warned of dangerous unmarked holes was well liked.
Wrapping up the tenth funniest road sign in Australia is a warning of ‘crab on road’.
Focus remains crucial
A Right2Drive spokesperson said while Australia had many amusing road signs, drivers must ensure their attention was always on the road.
“Common distractions outside the car include looking at billboards, staring at road construction or accidents, or being startled by sirens wailing,” they said.
“Taking your eyes off the road for even a second or two significantly increases your chances of having an accident.
“Keep in mind that distracted driving slows your reaction time, and is a major cause of accidents, particularly rear-end crashes.
“For international drivers, familiarising yourself with the local road laws and the driving culture is crucial.
“This knowledge is invaluable in ensuring you receive fair treatment and can navigate post-accident procedures effectively.”
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