Australian Highways – A Journey Like No Other
🚗 Australian Highways – A
Journey Like No Other
Text & Photo by – Ashok Karan
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Travelling by road from Sydney to Melbourne with Sunny at
the wheel is always an unforgettable experience. Each trip across the
Australian highways feels like a smooth sail on calm waters—thanks to the
perfectly maintained roads. You can place a full glass of water on the
dashboard, and it won’t spill even at high speed!
The highways are built for seamless travel, with a speed
limit of 110 km/h on most sections and multiple lanes ensuring smooth flow.
However, overtaking can be challenging, especially when large trucks are on the
move. Alertness, lane discipline, and road awareness are key to a safe and
enjoyable journey.
The Majesty of Australia’s Highway Network
Australia’s highway system is world-renowned, particularly Highway
1, famously called “The Big Lap”, which circles the entire
continent. It is the world’s longest national highway, covering
approximately 14,500 km and connecting major cities, towns, and
breathtaking landscapes.
Highlights of Australian Highways:
- Highway
1 (The Big Lap): A legendary tourist route encircling Australia.
- National
Network: Links all mainland states, territories, capital cities, and
major regional centers.
- Scenic
Beauty: Many stretches offer mesmerizing views of beaches,
rainforests, the rugged outback, and iconic landmarks.
- Road
Quality: While most highways are smooth and well-maintained, remote
sections can be less developed.
- Road
Safety: Wildlife, vast distances, and changing conditions in rural
areas require extra caution.
Road Classifications:
- M
Routes: Motorways or primary high-speed routes.
- A
Routes: Roads of national significance.
- B
Routes: State-level roads.
- C
Routes: Local access roads.
Some iconic road trips include:
- Great
Ocean Road (Victoria) – A 240 km stretch of coastal beauty, part of
Australia’s National Heritage.
- Grand
Pacific Drive (NSW) – A mesmerizing coastal journey.
- Coral
Coast Highway (WA) – Famous for turquoise waters and marine life.
- Great
Barrier Reef Drive (Queensland) – A tropical paradise on wheels.
- Explorers
Way (SA & NT) – A journey through Australia’s heartland.
Tips for Driving in Australia:
- Drive
on the left side of the road, with the steering wheel on the right.
- Always
carry extra fuel when heading to remote regions.
- Speed
limits vary: 40–60 km/h in towns, 80–110 km/h on highways.
- Major
routes are well signposted and equipped with frequent fuel stations.
A Road Trip Like No Other
Whether it’s overtaking a giant truck on the M1 or cruising
along the Great Ocean Road, driving in Australia is a once-in-a-lifetime
experience. The open highways, diverse landscapes, and smooth roads make every
trip feel like a scenic adventure worth cherishing.
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