Roads regulations and legislation

Codes of Practice have been developed to provide practical guidance for road authorities and works and infrastructure managers, in the performance of their functions and duties under the Act.

The purpose of the Road Management Act 2004 is to establish a coordinated management system for public roads that will promote safe and efficient state and local public road networks and the responsible use of our roads.

Find out when a permit is required for loads that cross railways or tramways and where load height, width and length exceed the allowable dimensions in metres.

This Notice of Incident and Claim form must be used by a person who proposes to commence court proceedings in relation to an incident arising out of the condition of a freeway or arterial road.

The Making Roads Motorcycle Friendly Guide informs the design and maintenance of Victorian roads to better provide for the safety needs of motorcyclists.

The Making Roads Motorcycle Friendly Guide provides guidance on designing and maintaining roads so that they better consider the safety needs of motorcyclists.

There are four major types of road signs used by visitors to find tourist attractions and services in Victoria.

Our Managed Motorway approach embraces holistic design thinking that focuses on preventing breakdown of flow and congestion.