From July 2025, Australia has introduced a new traffic law that states that entering a roundabout from the wrong lane will result in a $450 fine, along with three demerit points. These penalties are a part of a set of rules that aim at improving traffic safety, reducing road accidents, and more stringent enforcement of lane discipline at roundabouts.
Why the rule was needed.
The Traffic department has noted that incorrect lane use at roundabouts was a significant cause of confusion and caused many traffic jams along with resulting in accidents. This new fine is introduced with the aim of discouraging reckless, unnecessary, and habitual lane changes at roundabouts and will improve the flow of traffic as well as its safety.
Describing the new penalties in more detail.
The new fine of $450 is applicable in both “failure to enter roundabout from left lane” and “failure to enter roundabout from right lane” cases, in addition to lane discipline violations of not following lane arrows when entering roundabouts. Each offense is recorded to the violator by three points of demerit to his or her driving account. This fine is the same across the board, which suggests a unified approach across the country in an effort to promote safer road and driving behavior.
The toll on the driver along with road safety.
Roundabout-Related Fines 2025
| Offence | Fine ($AUD) | Demerit Points |
|---|---|---|
| Wrong lane roundabout entry | 450 | 3 |
| Not following lane arrows into roundabout | 450 | 3 |
| Failing to signal left/right before entering | 392 | 2 |
| Failing to give way in a roundabout | 530 | 3 |
| Entering blocked intersection | 305 | 3 |
Had any other individual been on the streets during that day’s peak hours, the impact driving the wrong way on a designated street could have caused, the blatant indecency that follows, and the hands covering their faces in sheer disbelief could be deemed, in a less exaggerated context, rather massive. Funnelled navigation routes even at these hours enable simpler and more catered stays on designated roadways.
Public Attitude and Enforcement
Moving vehicles alongside still traffic devices, in places like Australia, function as a means of integrated unit policing. Such law extenders frequently mention that navigating toward a roundabout means any forethought about the layout should go well. This seems particularly in regard to outer city zones where structures might appear chaotic, directing any sign of common sense to the circular thoroughfare alone. Ye, this data does seem to fly in the face about any historical ramifications.
Staying Within Legal Boundaries
- Formulate the corridor to align with the roundabout in advance, within reason as agreed upon in etiquette as to the waiting time or distance.
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FAQs
1. How much do you pay if you enter a roundabout using the wrong lane?
It is a $450 penalty and three demerit points.
2. When was the start date?
This law was put into place all throughout the country in July 2025.
3. Is it the same for both the left and right?
Yes, both the left and right sides have the same consequences for the offending actions.
4. Do you have to pay if you do not signal when using a roundabout?
Yes, it is $392 and you lose 2 points, as well.
