License Age Taxes Driving in Australia Australia has a good network of well maintained roads and highways, and for the more intrepid, quite a few dusty track leading to the outback, accessible only by four wheel drive vehicles. Although distances between gateway cities in Australia may seem vast, the good road network allows an enjoyable self-drive holiday and the opportunity for travelers to stop as long as they like at points of interest. Top Fuel Prices Petrol in Australia comes in leaded and unleaded grades, and is sold by the liter. Petrol and diesel costs approx.
Prices are usually higher in country areas.
Petrol stations are plentiful in metropolitan and country areas, but trading hours vary. Most will accept international credit cards. Clients traveling in remote areas should check fuel locations at their pick up. Top Road Rules Australians drive on the left hand side of the road. It is compulsory for drivers and passengers to wear seatbelts at all times.