Speed limit in a built-up area
The default speed limit in built-up areas is 50 km/h unless otherwise signed.
Speed limit outside built-up areas
The default speed limit outside built-up areas is 100 km/h unless otherwise signed.
Maximum speed on some rural roads
Some roads outside built-up areas may have speed limit signs allowing up to 110 km/h.
Speed limit in school zones when children are present
You must not exceed 25 km/h when a child is present within a school zone.
Speed limit near a Children’s Crossing with flashing lights
When lights are flashing at a Children’s Crossing, the speed limit is 25 km/h.
Speed limit past a stopped school bus picking up or dropping off children
Drivers must slow to 25 km/h when passing a stopped school bus picking up or dropping off children.
Speed limit when passing a stationary emergency vehicle with flashing lights
You must slow to 25 km/h when passing a stationary emergency vehicle displaying flashing lights.
Speed limit in residential 40 km/h zones
Some residential areas have a 40 km/h speed limit clearly marked by signs.
Speed limit near wombat pedestrian crossings
Some pedestrian crossings require slowing to 40 km/h, as marked.
Maximum speed for vehicles over 12 tonne GVM
Heavy vehicles over 12 tonne GVM have a maximum speed limit of 100 km/h.
Maximum speed for road trains
Most road trains are limited to 90 km/h on most roads.
With NO Speed limit signs
Speed limits may differ from defaults where signs are posted. Always follow the posted limit.
learner/provisional drivers Speed Limits
Learner and provisional drivers must not exceed 100 km/h, even if the posted limit is higher.
Does Weather conditions affects Speeding
Even if within speed limit, you must slow down in poor weather, traffic, or road conditions.