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You are not allowed to make a u-turn when, a no u-turn sign is displayed, across a single continuous dividing line, across a single continuous dividing line to the left of a broken line, across two parallel continuous dividing lines.

You can do a three-point turn when a road is not wide enough to do a U-turn. It’s called a three-point turn because you usually need to do at least three turns to face the opposite direction.

Speed humps are pavement undulations installed along a roadway for the purpose of regulating traffic speed. There is a significant difference between speed humps and speed bumps, which are devices commonly used in shopping center parking lots. A speed bump is an abrupt pavement feature, three or four inches high and only one to three feet in length at the base (measured in the direction of vehicle travel). A speed hump, on the other hand, is approximately three inches in height, but much gentler in configuration, with a length of at least 12 feet at the base. Speed humps properly designed and placed in appropriate locations control speed without the "jarring" effect of speed bumps.

Speed humps will only be installed upon approval of the City Council, after a public hearing and in conformance with the standard design in effect at the time of installation. Speeds humps are still considered experimental roadway features. Therefore, additions, alterations, or removals or any or all speed humps may occur at any time.

A three-point turn generally takes longer to do than a U-turn. When you’re in heavy traffic or on a busy road, it’s safer to drive around the block or use a roundabout to turn around.

Making a u-turn. When making a u-turn, you must have a clear view of any approaching traffic, and be able to make the turn without unreasonably obstructing the free movement of traffic. You must also give way to all vehicles and pedestrians.

U-turns at traffic lights. You must not make a u-turn at traffic lights unless there is a u-turn permitted sign displayed.

Three-point turns and U-turns can be tricky to do, and they're only legal in certain situations on NSW roads. Follow these rules, and tips for turning safely.