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131500.com.au

An integrated transport information site covering all train, ferry and bus information, including fares, timetables, maps and a trip planner.

See also: transport, public transport, trains, ferries, buses

Book a driving/licence test

You can book a Driver Knowledge Test (DKT), Driving Test, Hazard Perception Test (HPT), Driver Qualification Test (DQT) or rider training and testing all online.

See also: transport, licence, driving

Cycling NSW

Cycling New South Wales is the governing body for cycling competition in New South Wales, with 64 affiliated clubs and over 7500 affiliated members.

See also: transport, cycling

Department of Transport Policy

Search here for Department of Transport policy documents.

See also: transport, policy, nsw government

Driving and road related penalties

Heavy penalties, including fines and on-the-spot licence suspensions, apply for drivers who break the law. This section of the RTA website lists basic fines and penalties.

See also: transport, driving, road rules, fines, law

Road rules

Rules and regulations section of the RTA website.

See also: transport, driving, road rules, visiting NSW

Transport NSW

Transport NSW is the lead public transport agency of the NSW Government, with primary responsibility for transport policy, planning and coordination functions.

See also: transport, public transport

Vehicle registration

In most cases, vehicles need to have a valid registration to be driven on NSW roads and display a current registration label and RTA issued number plates.

See also: transport, driving, registration, vehicles

Bicycle NSW

Bicyle NSW promotes and supports cycling in all its forms as an environmentally sustainable and healthy form of transport, recreation and tourism.

See also: transport, cycling

Heavy vehicles

Heave vehicle information, including licencing, rules and regulations and road safety.

See also: transport, roads, industry

Live traffic NSW

View traffic information from across the state, including Sydney's camera images, traffic reports, special events and other disruptions to the road network.

See also: transport, driving, roads

Payment of infringement notices (fines)

The State Debt Recovery Office (SDRO) is responsible for the receipt and processing of fines issued by various government agencies and authorities.

See also: transport, road rules, fines, law

Renew your vehicle registration

You can renew your registration online in three easy steps at myRTA.com.
See also: transport, registration, vehicles

Sydney buses

Information about the Sydney bus network, including fares, maps, as well as school and tourist services.

See also: transport, public transport, buses

Travelling safely on buses

Information about getting on and off buses, travelling and security.
See also: transport, safety, public transport, buses

Change your RTA (now RMS) details

If you have a drivers licence and are moving house, you'll need to notify the newly named Roads and Maritime Services of your new address.

See also: transport, licence, moving house

CityRail

A complete guide to CityRail, including fares, timetables and trackwork information.

See also: transport, public transport, trains

Commercial boating

Comprehensive information about commercial vessels, crew, wharves and fees.

See also: transport, boating, maritime, industry

Public transport fines

Tough on-the-spot fines will be issued to people caught evading fares or engaging in anti-social behaviour on trains, buses and ferries on the Transport for NSW network.

See also: transport, public transport, trains, fines, law

Safety around trains

Information about safety around trains, including at station, on trains, crossing tracks, travelling with children and travelling at night.

See also: transport, safety, public transport, trains

Sydney motorways

Use this site to plan your trip to find out all about tags and passes, calculate tolls on Sydney’s motorways and view interchange maps.

See also: transport, driving, tolls, roads

Bicycle safety

Even experienced riders are exposed and vulnerable in the road environment. Riding defensively and scanning the road can improve your safety.

See also: transport, safety, cycling

Green slips

CTP insurance is compulsory, and must be taken out when registering a motor vehicle. Use the ‘Green Slip Calculator' for a quick and easy CTP quote comparison.

See also: transport, registration

NSW Centre for Road Safety

The NSW Centre for Road Safety website covers all road safety related information.

See also: transport, driving, safety, road rules

NSW Taxi Council

The NSW Taxi Industry Association is the peak body for owners and operators of taxis in NSW and is responsible for the day-to-day operations of the industry.

See also: transport, public transport, industry

School transport

The School Student Transport Scheme (SSTS) provides subsidised travel for eligible school students on rail, bus, ferry and long distance coach services.

See also: schools, transport

Search demerit point offences

The Demerit Points Scheme encourages motorists to drive responsibly. Use this search as a guide to fines and demerit points for certain penalties.

See also: transport, driving, road rules, fines, law

Sydney ferries

Sydney Ferries operates approximately 175,000 services, transporting more than 14 million people across Sydney Harbour and the Parramatta River each year.

See also: transport, public transport, ferries, NSW coast

Young drivers

Getting your full licence takes more than a couple of years, and there are different rules for driving depending on whether you’re on your Ls, your ‘red’ Ps (P1) or your ‘green’ Ps (P2).

See also: transport, licence, driving

Boating

Information about rules on the water from NSW Maritime's Boating Handbook.

See also: transport, boating, maritime

Buying or selling a vehicle

Things you need to know about buying and selling a vehicle.

See also: transport, vehicles, buying

Cycleway maps

To help bicycle riders travelling around their communities, these cycleway maps cater for all levels of bicycle users and are easy to understand.

See also: transport, maps, cycling

Fixed speed camera locations

Fixed speed cameras locations are based on crash and injury accident rates and travelling speeds. You can see the list of camera locations here.

See also: transport, driving, safety, roads

Getting your Learner Licence

You need a valid licence to drive a vehicle in NSW. To get your learner licence you need to be 16 years of age or older.

See also: transport, licence, driving

Level crossings

There are more than 3000 level crossings in NSW. The Transport NSW website provides information on where level crossings are located, incidents, statistics, laws, penalties and safety.

See also: transport, safety, trains

Metrobus

Metrobus is a high frequency pre-paid service with buses departing every 10 minutes during peak and every 15-20 minutes off-peak.

See also: transport, public transport, buses

Ports and shipping

Provides links to Port corporations, security, environmental management and legislation.

See also: transport, maritime, industry, NSW coast

Bicycle laws

In NSW, a bicycle is considered a vehicle and cyclists are required to obey the road rules. Find out about the special road rules for cyclists.

See also: transport, cycling, law

Buying a safe car

The Australian New Car Assessment Program (ANCAP) gives car buyers consistent information on occupant protection provided by vehicles in serious front and side crashes.

See also: transport, vehicles, safety, buying

Online boating safety course

Any person wishing to obtain an initial general or Personal Watercraft (PWC) licence must complete the compulsory Boating Safety Course.
See also: transport, boating, safety

Public transport concessions

The NSW Government provides subsidised or concession travel to a wide range of people within specified target groups.

See also: transport, public transport, concessions

The Road Users Handbook

The Road Users Handbook explains the main rules which apply to all road users in NSW.

See also: transport, licence, driving, road rules

Tow trucks

All tow truck industry regulatory functions are now carried out by the Roads and Traffic Authority.

See also: transport, roads, industry

NSW Council Bike Plans

A local council's Bike Plan documents cycleway projects and other initiatives that are designed to encourage more and safer cycling in a specific area or region.

See also: transport, cycling

Recreational boating licence

In NSW, you must have a boat driver’s licence to drive a powered vessel for recreational purposes at a speed of 10 knots or more.

See also: transport, licence, boating, maritime

RTA E-Toll

Electronic Tolling has made it easier than ever to get around Sydney. With an RTA Tag you can travel on any toll road in Australia, cash free.

See also: transport, driving, tolls, roads

Vehicle history check

This online history check will provide information on how many owners the vehicle has had, whether it has ever been written off or been stolen, as well as checking the registration. There is a small fee involved.

See also: transport, registration, vehicles

Order a bike rack number plate

If the rear number plate of your vehicle is obscured by a bike or bike rack, you must either mount the number plate elsewhere, or purchase a special bike rack plate.

See also: transport, number plates, cycling

Perform a Personal Property Securities Register check

The Personal Property Securities (PPS) Register is an online register of all personal property that has security interests registered against it. This website is the gateway to the PPS Register.

See also: transport, registration, vehicles

Road trips and scenic drives

Discover beautiful views, spot rare wildlife and see national parks crammed with natural wonders.

See also: transport, driving, roads, travel

MyZone

MyZone is a simpler fare structure for the CityRail, State Transit and Sydney Ferries networks, as well as all private bus services and the Stockton ferry.

See also: transport, public transport, trains, ferries, buses

Recreational boat registration

Details on the types of recreational vessels requiring registration to be used on NSW waters.

See also: transport, boating, maritime, registration, NSW coast

Rest area maps

View and download maps of NSW rest areas.

See also: transport, driving, roads, maps, visiting NSW

Secure bike lockers

A secure bicycle locker allows you to combine cycling with public transport, a healthy alternative to being stuck in a car.

See also: transport, public transport, cycling

View your licence information

Check your demerit points, request a copy of your driving record or lodge a Notice of Disposal if you sell a vehicle.

See also: transport, licence, driving

CountryLink

CountryLink carries almost two million passengers every year to over 365 destinations in NSW, Queensland, the ACT and Victoria.

See also: transport, public transport, trains

Mobility parking scheme

The Mobility Parking Scheme (MPS) provides parking concessions to people with mobility disabilities.

See also: transport, driving, disability information

Special number plates

Special Plates are a fun and unique way to set you apart from the crowd. Visit myPlates to design new plates or restyle your current plates.

See also: transport, registration, number plates

New to NSW

If you are a driver or motorcyclist who has moved to NSW you will need to make arrangements to get a NSW driver or rider licence.

See also: transport, licence, driving, visiting NSW

Regional transport

Transport services for country NSW including, rail, coach, bus, taxi, hire car and community transport services in all NSW towns.

See also: transport, public transport

Report a smoky vehicle

If you notice a vehicle emitting exhaust smoke for more than 10 seconds, you can submit the details to Department of Environment and Climate Change.

See also: transport, vehicles, environment

Petrol information

Information for consumers about adulterated fuel, prices and water in petrol.

See also: transport, driving, vehicles, environment

Visitors to NSW

If you're visiting from interstate or overseas, you can use your current licence as long as your visitor status remains unchanged and your licence is valid.

See also: transport, licence, driving, tolls, visiting NSW

Bus network map

Download and print your own maps of the Sydney bus network.

See also: transport, maps, public transport, buses

Reducing vehicle emissions

Roads and Maritime Services, along with other agencies, has done extensive research to improve vehicle emissions, and has developed and implemented a range of initiatives to reduce the impact of vehicle emissions on the air quality in NSW.

See also: transport, vehicles, environment, pollution

CityRail network map

An interactive map of the CityRail network, including detailed station information, accessibility features, general facilities and transport interchanges.

See also: transport, maps, public transport, trains

Sydney ferries network map

The Sydney Ferries' network map shows the ferry MyZone areas and wharf locations.

See also: transport, maps, public transport, ferries

Metro Light Rail

Metro Light Rail links the hub of Central Station and Sydney’s Inner Western Suburbs via Haymarket, Pyrmont, Glebe and Rozelle.

See also: transport, public transport, trains

Sydney Monorail

Stopping at all of Sydney's best attractions, Sydney Monorail is the perfect combination of easy transport and an essential Sydney experience.

See also: transport, public transport, trains

Private bus operators

A list of private bus operators servicing the greater Sydney area. Includes contact numbers and website details.

See also: transport, public transport, buses
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