Road traffic injuries place a significant burden on the Australian community. This impact is felt at the social, economic and public health level. The creation of a safer road traffic environment will benefit all members of the community. Shifting unnecessary motor vehicle trips to bicycle journeys holds significant road safety benefits. Improving perceived and actual levels of rider safety will encourage greater cycle participation.

This section outlines the various road rules, with a particular emphasis on their application to cycling as well as some of the solutions to improved road safety outcomes.