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SBS Australia
a day ago
- Automotive
- SBS Australia
From speeding to not giving way at roundabouts, these are mistakes many Indonesian drivers make
Driving in Australia can be challenging for newcomers, including those used to Indonesian traffic patterns. The challenge isn't about driving ability itself, but rather that Australia's traffic rules are more complex than Indonesia's. In an interview with SBS Indonesian, Farida Simanjuntak, a driving instructor in Melbourne, shared guidance to help drivers understand the key points they need to watch for to stay safe on the roads. One common mistake, Simanjuntak said, involves speeding. 'Sometimes people aren't used to it. When the road looks empty, they just accelerate without realising there's a speed camera ahead,' Simanjuntak said. 'Here, you're expected to follow the posted speed limit—not your instinct.' Simanjuntak also pointed out that many new drivers struggle with giving way at roundabouts. 'Give way to the right. That's something people often forget, and it can lead to accidents,' she said. Most traffic signs in Australia are actually quite clear, Simanjuntak said, but when speed signs aren't visible, drivers can follow a basic rule based on the number of lanes. 'One lane usually means 50 km/h, two lanes is 60, and three lanes is 70. That's the standard guideline,' she explained. Simanjuntak also said drivers should prioritise others on the road, especially pedestrians. 'Give way to pedestrians first, then cyclists, then buses. Anything involving public transport or the public—give them priority,' she said. When asked about language support, she acknowledged that there is currently no official driver education available in Indonesian. However, interpreter services are available free of charge for those who need assistance during tests or lessons. Find out more about the driving rules applied in your states and territory . Listen to SBS Indonesian on Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays and Sundays at 3pm. Follow us on Facebook and Instagram , and don't miss our podcasts.
BBC News
3 days ago
- General
- BBC News
Howden lollipop man told to stop giving kids high-fives
A lollipop man said he had been told he could no longer high-five children while they are crossing the road because it slows down traffic. Neil Cotton, 57, has been working as a school crossing patrol officer in Howden, East Yorkshire for about two years. In a social media post, he said he could not high-five the children anymore, because "it upsets some drivers having to wait another 10 seconds". East Riding of Yorkshire Council said it was vitally important children learned to cross the road safely, without any distractions. Mr Cotton helps children from the infant, junior and secondary schools in Howden to cross the junction known locally as Cross Keys Corner. His social media post received more than 100 comments before it was taken down. On the school run, Kirsty Wilcox, told BBC Look North: "I think it's wrong. Why shouldn't he, what's wrong with it? "It puts a smile on the kids' faces. My son does it all the time. But now he gets upset because he's not allowed to do it." Another parent, Theresa Holt, said: "It's silly. It takes literally seconds and it gives that child that little bit of happiness. He's great with my little boy and he sees him as a friendly face." 'It's absurd' Driver Tony Brooke described the move as "rules gone mad". "It's absurd. Just to high five to them, I don't see there's a problem with that," he said. "He's going to hold the traffic up to let the kids across so I wouldn't have thought it would add any more time to people's journeys at all. It's crazy."Another driver, Michael Dalton, added: "I think it's a bit OTT to be honest. It's a bit PC [political correctness] going crazy again. As a driver, we need to be a bit more courteous, certainly at school times."East Riding of Yorkshire Council said: "It is vitally important that children learn to cross the road safely, concentrating without any distractions, walking carefully and being vigilant of the traffic."In this particular case, one of our officers spoke with this crossing patrol and simply reminded them of the need not to have distractions while children are crossing."However, we are confident they will continue doing a fantastic job and they are much appreciated."Listen to highlights from Hull and East Yorkshire on BBC Sounds, watch the latest episode of Look North or tell us about a story you think we should be covering here.
Malay Mail
06-06-2025
- Automotive
- Malay Mail
Singapore-registered Nissan GTR convoy clamped and fined in Phuket for illegal parking (VIDEO)
PHUKET, June 6 — A convoy of Singapore-registered Nissan GTRs was fined in Phuket on June 4 after images of the supercars illegally parked by the roadside sparked a backlash on social media. The four vehicles were seen lined up outside a high-end restaurant in an area clearly marked with red-and-white kerbs — an indication of a strict no-parking zone. The incident, widely shared on Thai social media platforms and messaging apps, showed the cars obstructing traffic. One Facebook video criticising the convoy attracted nearly 10,000 reactions. Phuket police responded swiftly to the public outrage, dispatching traffic officers to the scene. Officers confirmed that all the vehicles had foreign licence plates, and summoned the drivers before clamping the cars' wheels. Fines were issued on the spot. Local media reports said the authorities' prompt response won praise from residents, who welcomed the equal enforcement of traffic rules regardless of nationality. Police reminded both Thai and foreign motorists that parking along red-and-white kerbs is strictly prohibited, and violations would result in immediate fines. The journey from Singapore to Phuket spans more than 1,300km and takes upwards of 18 hours by car.
CNA
09-05-2025
- CNA
87 summonses in 3-day Traffic Police operation targeting heavy vehicles
The Traffic Police are urging motorists to obey traffic rules, after issuing 87 summonses during a three-day blitz that ended on May 7. The operation focused on heavy vehicles weighing more than 12,000 kilogrammes, with almost 200 inspected. Offences included speeding, using a mobile phone while driving and failing to display a speed limiter label. Offenders could face fines, jail or both. Aslam Shah reports.
Independent Singapore
06-05-2025
- Independent Singapore
‘These cyclists are ridiculously irresponsible!' — Singaporeans call out large group of cyclists at Upper Bukit Timah Road
YouTube screengrab/ SGRV SINGAPORE: On Saturday (May 3), a video of a large group of cyclists went viral when posted on the social media pages of SG Road Vigilante. The group, which appeared to number more than 20, was seen at around 8:00 in the morning at Upper Bukit Timah Road. According to the SG Road Vigilante post, not only did they fail to conform to the maximum group cyclist size, but the cyclists also failed to keep to the left. The post author added that some cyclists 'even went on to lane 2 to ask drivers to move to lane 1 to give way.' Some netizens commenting on the video expressed dismay that these cyclists disobeyed traffic rules. One wrote, 'When there is no enforcer, nobody cares. The law goes out the window. I am stating the facts.' 'These cyclists are ridiculously irresponsible!!' another commented. A solo cyclist wrote that encounters such as the one in the video leave him shaking his head. Some suggested that cyclists should begin paying road tax. Others argued that the cyclists may have been from different groups, meaning no laws were broken. In Singapore, cyclists need to stay in a group of a maximum of five bicycles in length. This allows five cyclists in a single file or 10 cyclists side by side, which is permitted in streets with at least two lanes. Cyclists must ride single-file on one-lane streets and in bus lanes during the stipulated hours. Cyclists can be slapped with a fine of S$150 if they breach these rules. The composition fine was increased on Jan 1, 2022, to improve road safety. It also applies to cyclists who break other existing cycling rules, including failing to stop at red lights, cycling on expressways, and riding abreast of another cyclist along single-lane roads or within bus lanes during bus lane operational hours. The Singapore Police Force has regularly reminded cyclists to follow cycling rules and guidelines for their own and everyone else's safety. These include: Obey all traffic signals and travel in the same direction as the flow of traffic Wear a helmet when cycling on roads Always ride as close as practicable to the far left edge of roads and allow traffic to overtake them safely Cycle in a single file on single-lane roads and during bus lane operational hours Switch on the front white and rear red lights in the dark Always use bicycle lanes when available, and do not use any other part of the roadway Keep to a maximum length of five bicycles when riding in groups, which means a maximum of five cyclists if riding in single file or 10 cyclists if riding two abreast (only on roads with more than one lane) Not use mobile communication devices while riding Not cycle on expressways, road tunnels, and selected viaducts. /TISG Read also: Singaporean suggests S$1000 fine for errant cyclists instead of the current 'meagre S$150'
